Needs Improvement
#8721 of 9,539 schools in CA
San Mateo Park Elementary
Elementary School · San Mateo-Foster City
161 Clark Dr., San Mateo, CA 94402
Enrollment
326
Student-Teacher
20.4:1
Score
3.9
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
326
Student-Teacher
20.4:1
Score
3.9
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#8,721 of 9,539
In San Mateo
#16 of 19
public schools
In district
#18 of 21
San Mateo-Foster City
School environment
7.5 / 10
Very Good
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About San Mateo Park Elementary
San Mateo Park Elementary is a public elementary school in San Mateo, CA, part of San Mateo-Foster City. San Mateo Park Elementary serves approximately 326 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 20.4:1 student-teacher ratio. San Mateo Park Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.9 out of 10 and ranks #8,721 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for San Mateo Park Elementary show 28% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 30% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 3.9 · Needs Improvement
- District avg 6.7
- CA avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
San Mateo Park Elementary runs 20.4:1 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.
36% of students at San Mateo Park Elementary were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.
Score Breakdown
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San Mateo Park Elementary — Students at San Mateo Park Elementary score 16% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 41%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
58.6%
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
↓ DecliningAverage 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: 3.3/10.
How San Mateo Park Elementary Compares
See how San Mateo Park Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
161 Clark Dr., San Mateo, CA 94402
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering San Mateo Park Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. College Park Elementary (rated 9.5/10, 1.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is South Hillsborough (rated 8.9/10, 0.6 miles away, in nearby Hillsborough), which scores notably higher. Additionally, North Hillsborough (rated 8.9/10, 1.1 miles away, in nearby Hillsborough), which scores notably higher. For more schools in San Mateo, see our San Mateo schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.5 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| ST CATHERINE OF SIENA SCHOOL Burlingame | 0.5 mi | 6.5 |
| South Hillsborough Hillsborough | 0.6 mi | 8.9 |
| Genius Learning Burlingame | 0.7 mi | — |
| Washington Elementary Burlingame | 0.8 mi | 8.2 |
| PACIFIC RIM INT'L SCHOOL San Mateo | 0.8 mi | — |
| Crystal Springs Uplands School Hillsborough | 0.8 mi | — |
| Burlingame High Burlingame | 0.9 mi | 8.5 |
| STANBRIDGE ACADEMY San Mateo | 0.8 mi | 7.2 |
| Stanbridge Academy San Mateo | 0.8 mi | — |
| San Mateo High San Mateo | 0.9 mi | 7.6 |
| Episcopal Day School of St. Matthew San Mateo | 0.9 mi | — |
| TULANE MONTESSORI CHILDREN'S HOUSE San Mateo | 1.1 mi | — |
| College Park Elementary San Mateo | 1.0 mi | 9.5 |
| EPISCOPAL DAY SCHOOL OF ST. MATTHEW San Mateo | 0.9 mi | 8.0 |
| McKinley Elementary Burlingame | 1.0 mi | 8.0 |
| THE BRIDGE SCHOOL Hillsborough | 1.0 mi | — |
| Baywood Elementary San Mateo | 1.3 mi | 6.5 |
| North Hillsborough Hillsborough | 1.1 mi | 8.9 |
| Crocker Middle Hillsborough | 1.2 mi | 8.9 |
| Aragon High San Mateo | 1.5 mi | 7.9 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 94402 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$179,683
Median Home Value
$2,000,001
Median Rent
$3,476/mo
Population
25,498
College Educated
69.3%
Homeownership
59.3%
Avg Commute
28 min
Poverty Rate
6.1%
Median Age
40.6
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| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| A. J. Dorsa Elementary San Jose, CA | 3.9 |
| A. M. Winn Waldorf-Inspired Sacramento, CA | 3.9 |
| Albert Schweitzer Elementary Carmichael, CA | 3.9 |
| Aspire Vincent Shalvey Academy Oakland, CA | 3.9 |
| Boone Elementary San Diego, CA | 3.9 |
| Boulder Oaks Elementary Alpine, CA | 3.9 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about San Mateo Park Elementary
What grades does San Mateo Park Elementary serve?
San Mateo Park Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend San Mateo Park Elementary?
San Mateo Park Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 326 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at San Mateo Park Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at San Mateo Park Elementary is 20.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does San Mateo Park Elementary rank in CA?
San Mateo Park Elementary ranks #8,721 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is San Mateo Park Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
San Mateo Park Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.9 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 San Mateo Park Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, San Mateo Park Elementary has 28% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 30% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is San Mateo Park Elementary a charter school?
No, San Mateo Park Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is San Mateo Park Elementary a Title I school?
No, San Mateo Park Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for San Mateo Park Elementary?
58.6% of students at San Mateo Park 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
- 326
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 20.4:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 16
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 58.6%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Midsize City
- County
- San Mateo County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 35.6%
- Phone
- (650) 312-7577
Resources & Links
District
San Mateo-Foster City- District Enrollment
- 9,945
- Schools in District
- 22
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $19,671
- District Rank
- #18 of 21
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