Very Good
#2604 of 9,539 schools in CA
Top 27% in state
Portola Elementary
Elementary School · San Bruno Park Elementary
300 Amador Ave., San Bruno, CA 94066
Enrollment
325
Student-Teacher
23.2:1
Score
7.5
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
325
Student-Teacher
23.2:1
Score
7.5
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#2,604 of 9,539
In San Bruno
#2 of 8
public schools
In district
#1 of 5
San Bruno Park Elementary
Equity
9.0 / 10
Excellent
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About Portola Elementary
Portola Elementary is a public elementary school in San Bruno, CA, part of San Bruno Park Elementary. Portola Elementary serves approximately 325 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 23.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Portola Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.5 out of 10 and ranks #2,604 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Portola Elementary show 70% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 69% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 7.5 · Very Good
- District avg 5.5
- CA avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
Portola Elementary runs 23.2:1 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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Portola Elementary — Students at Portola Elementary score 69% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 63%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
19.4%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)
Based on 34 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: 6.5/10.
How Portola Elementary Compares
See how Portola Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
300 Amador Ave., San Bruno, CA 94066
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Portola Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Monte Verde Elementary (rated 9.0/10, 0.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Vallemar Elementary (rated 7.5/10, 1.8 miles away, in nearby Pacifica), with a very similar rating. Additionally, Skyline Elementary (rated 7.1/10, 2.0 miles away, in nearby Daly City), with a comparable rating. For more schools in San Bruno, see our San Bruno schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.3 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| HIGHLANDS CHRISTIAN SCHOOLS San Bruno | 0.3 mi | 4.7 |
| Wings Learning Center San Bruno | 0.6 mi | — |
| Monte Verde Elementary San Bruno | 0.8 mi | 9.0 |
| Stratford School - San Bruno Crestmoor Canyon San Bruno | 1.0 mi | — |
| STRATFORD SCHOOL San Bruno | 1.0 mi | 6.2 |
| John Muir Elementary San Bruno | 1.2 mi | 6.8 |
| Westborough Middle South San Francisco | 1.4 mi | 8.3 |
| Ponderosa Elementary South San Francisco | 1.8 mi | 5.8 |
| Skyline Elementary Daly City | 2.0 mi | 7.1 |
| Baden High (Continuation) South San Francisco | 2.0 mi | 5.6 |
| St. Veronica Catholic School South San Francisco | 1.9 mi | — |
| ST VERONICA CATHOLIC SCHOOL South San Francisco | 2.0 mi | 6.0 |
| Vallemar Elementary Pacifica | 1.8 mi | 7.5 |
| Buri Buri Elementary South San Francisco | 2.3 mi | 6.8 |
| South San Francisco High South San Francisco | 2.1 mi | 6.9 |
| Parkside Intermediate San Bruno | 2.0 mi | 5.2 |
| Oceana High Pacifica | 2.1 mi | 7.8 |
| Terra Nova High Pacifica | 2.4 mi | 7.5 |
| Alta Loma Middle South San Francisco | 2.5 mi | 6.8 |
| Los Cerritos Elementary South San Francisco | 2.3 mi | 3.5 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 94066 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$135,976
Median Home Value
$1,199,400
Median Rent
$2,696/mo
Population
42,875
College Educated
43.5%
Homeownership
61.8%
Avg Commute
25.1 min
Poverty Rate
5.1%
Median Age
39.8
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|---|---|
| Abraham Lincoln Elementary Costa Mesa, CA | 7.5 |
| Alcott Elementary San Diego, CA | 7.5 |
| Arellanes (Don Juan Bautista) Elementary Santa Maria, CA | 7.5 |
| Aspen Elementary Thousand Oaks, CA | 7.5 |
| Bella Vista Elementary Bella Vista, CA | 7.5 |
| Blanche Sprentz Elementary Folsom, CA | 7.5 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Portola Elementary
What grades does Portola Elementary serve?
Portola Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend Portola Elementary?
Portola Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 325 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Portola Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Portola Elementary is 23.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Portola Elementary rank in CA?
Portola Elementary ranks #2,604 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Portola Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Portola Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.5 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 Portola Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Portola Elementary has 70% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 69% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Portola Elementary a charter school?
No, Portola Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Portola Elementary a Title I school?
No, Portola Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Portola Elementary?
19.4% of students at Portola Elementary qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 5th
- Enrollment
- 325
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 23.2:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 14
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 19.4%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- San Mateo County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 7.7%
- Phone
- (650) 624-3175
Resources & Links
District
San Bruno Park Elementary- District Enrollment
- 1,950
- Schools in District
- 5
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $18,156
- District Rank
- #1 of 5
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