For the 2025-26 school year, there are 3 public middle schools serving 1,367 students in 94402, CA.
The top ranked public middle schools in 94402, CA are Parkside Montessori, Borel Middle School and Gateway Center. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle schools in zipcode 94402 have an average math proficiency score of 44% (versus the California public middle school average of 32%), and reading proficiency score of 57% (versus the 46% statewide average). Middle schools in 94402, CA have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of California public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 75% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the California public middle school average of 78% (majority Hispanic).
Best 94402, CA Public Middle Schools (2025-26)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Parkside Montessori
(Math: 55-59% | Reading: 65-69%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
1685 Eisenhower St.
San Mateo, CA 94402
(650) 312-7575
San Mateo, CA 94402
(650) 312-7575
Gr: K-8 | 419 students Student-teacher ratio: 22:1 Minority enrollment: 65%
Rank: #22.
Borel Middle School
(Math: 42% | Reading: 56%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
425 Barneson Ave.
San Mateo, CA 94402
(650) 312-7670
San Mateo, CA 94402
(650) 312-7670
Gr: 6-8 | 934 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 80%
Rank: #33.
Gateway Center
Alternative School
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50% )
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
35 Tower Rd.
San Mateo, CA 94402
(650) 598-2150
San Mateo, CA 94402
(650) 598-2150
Gr: 6-12 | 14 students Student-teacher ratio: 5:1
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public middle schools in 94402, CA?
The top ranked public middle schools in 94402, CA include Parkside Montessori, Borel Middle School and Gateway Center.
How many public middle schools are located in 94402?
3 public middle schools are located in 94402.
What is the racial composition of students in 94402?
94402 public middle schools minority enrollment is 75% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the California public middle schools average of 78% (majority Hispanic).
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