Excellent
#111 of 9,539 schools in CA
Top 1% in state
North Shoreview Montessori
Elementary School · San Mateo-Foster City
1301 Cypress Ave., San Mateo, CA 94401
Enrollment
293
Student-Teacher
22.5:1
Score
9.3
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Enrollment
293
Student-Teacher
22.5:1
Score
9.3
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#111 of 9,539
In San Mateo
#2 of 19
public schools
In district
#2 of 21
San Mateo-Foster City
Academic growth
9.6 / 10
Excellent
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North Shoreview Montessori
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About North Shoreview Montessori
North Shoreview Montessori is a public elementary school in San Mateo, CA, part of San Mateo-Foster City. North Shoreview Montessori serves approximately 293 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-8th, and has a 22.5:1 student-teacher ratio. North Shoreview Montessori has a current MySchoolScout rating of 9.3 out of 10 and ranks #111 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for North Shoreview Montessori show 67% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 74% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
What's said publicly about North Shoreview Montessori
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- This school 9.3 · Excellent
- District avg 6.7
- CA avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
North Shoreview Montessori runs 22.5:1 students to teachers, above the national average. That often means bigger classes. Ask how the school supports kids who need extra help, and whether there are teaching assistants or small-group time.
Score Breakdown
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North Shoreview Montessori — Students at North Shoreview Montessori score 76% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 63%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
19.5%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)
Based on 40 test records from CA state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 9.6/10.
How North Shoreview Montessori Compares
See how North Shoreview Montessori performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
1301 Cypress Ave., San Mateo, CA 94401
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering North Shoreview Montessori may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. College Park Elementary (rated 9.5/10, 0.6 miles away), with a very similar rating. Another option is Parkside Montessori (rated 9.1/10, 1.4 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, South Hillsborough (rated 8.9/10, 1.5 miles away, in nearby Hillsborough), with a comparable rating. For more schools in San Mateo, see our San Mateo schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.8 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| ST TIMOTHY SCHOOL San Mateo | 0.3 mi | 6.3 |
| College Park Elementary San Mateo | 0.6 mi | 9.5 |
| San Mateo High San Mateo | 0.7 mi | 7.6 |
| EPISCOPAL DAY SCHOOL OF ST. MATTHEW San Mateo | 0.9 mi | 8.0 |
| Sunnybrae Elementary San Mateo | 1.0 mi | 3.4 |
| Stanbridge Academy San Mateo | 0.8 mi | — |
| STANBRIDGE ACADEMY San Mateo | 0.8 mi | 7.2 |
| Episcopal Day School of St. Matthew San Mateo | 0.9 mi | — |
| LEAD Elementary San Mateo | 0.9 mi | 3.5 |
| St. Matthew Catholic San Mateo | 1.2 mi | — |
| CENTENNIAL MONTESSORI SCHOOL San Mateo | 1.3 mi | 7.4 |
| PACIFIC RIM INT'L SCHOOL San Mateo | 1.1 mi | — |
| Genius Learning Burlingame | 1.2 mi | — |
| Bayside Academy San Mateo | 1.3 mi | 7.2 |
| Parkside Montessori San Mateo | 1.4 mi | 9.1 |
| Washington Elementary Burlingame | 1.4 mi | 8.2 |
| South Hillsborough Hillsborough | 1.5 mi | 8.9 |
| Borel Middle San Mateo | 1.8 mi | 7.9 |
| San Mateo Park Elementary San Mateo | 1.5 mi | 3.9 |
| Baywood Elementary San Mateo | 1.8 mi | 6.5 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 94401 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$121,258
Median Home Value
$1,123,300
Median Rent
$2,713/mo
Population
35,628
College Educated
45.3%
Homeownership
44.4%
Avg Commute
27.1 min
Poverty Rate
10.9%
Median Age
35.9
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| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| BOWMAN SCHOOL Palo Alto, CA | 9.3 |
| Benjamin Bubb Elementary Mountain View, CA | 9.3 |
| Berkeley Arts Magnet at Whittier Berkeley, CA | 9.3 |
| Chinese Immersion School at DeAvila San Francisco, CA | 9.3 |
| Cove Corte Madera, CA | 9.3 |
| Edith Landels Elementary Mountain View, CA | 9.3 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about North Shoreview Montessori
What grades does North Shoreview Montessori serve?
North Shoreview Montessori serves students in grades Kindergarten through 8th.
How many students attend North Shoreview Montessori?
North Shoreview Montessori has an enrollment of approximately 293 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at North Shoreview Montessori?
The student-teacher ratio at North Shoreview Montessori is 22.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does North Shoreview Montessori rank in CA?
North Shoreview Montessori ranks #111 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is North Shoreview Montessori's MySchoolScout rating?
North Shoreview Montessori has a current MySchoolScout rating of 9.3 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at North Shoreview Montessori?
Based on loaded state assessment records, North Shoreview Montessori has 67% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 74% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is North Shoreview Montessori a charter school?
No, North Shoreview Montessori is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is North Shoreview Montessori a Title I school?
No, North Shoreview Montessori is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for North Shoreview Montessori?
19.5% of students at North Shoreview Montessori qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 8th
- Enrollment
- 293
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 22.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 13
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 19.5%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Midsize City
- County
- San Mateo County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 8.9%
- Phone
- (650) 312-7588
Resources & Links
District
San Mateo-Foster City- District Enrollment
- 9,945
- Schools in District
- 22
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $19,671
- District Rank
- #2 of 21
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