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Best San Bruno Public Schools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there are 8 public schools serving 3,872 students in San Bruno, CA (there are 4 private schools, serving 1,159 private students). 80% of all K-12 students in San Bruno, CA are educated in public schools (compared to the CA state average of 90%).
The top-ranked public schools in San Bruno, CA are Monte Verde Elementary School, Portola Elementary School and John Muir Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
San Bruno, CA public schools have an average math proficiency score of 42% (versus the California public school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 50% (versus the 47% statewide average). Schools in San Bruno have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of California public schools.
Minority enrollment is 93% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the California public school average of 80% (majority Hispanic).

Best Public Schools in San Bruno, CA (2026)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Monte Verde Elementary School
(Math: 79% | Reading: 74%)
Rank:
10/
10
Top 10%
2551 St. Cloud Dr.
San Bruno, CA 94066
(650) 877-8838
Gr: K-5 | 526 students Student-teacher ratio: 24:1 Minority enrollment: 93%
Rank: #22.
Portola Elementary School
(Math: 75-79% | Reading: 70-74%)
Rank:
10/
10
Top 10%
300 Amador Ave.
San Bruno, CA 94066
(650) 624-3175
Gr: K-5 | 325 students Student-teacher ratio: 23:1
Rank: #33.
John Muir Elementary School
(Math: 65-69% | Reading: 65-69%)
Rank:
9/
10
Top 20%
130 Cambridge Ln.
San Bruno, CA 94066
(650) 624-3160
Gr: K-5 | 427 students Student-teacher ratio: 28:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: #44.
Capuchino High School
(Math: 33% | Reading: 68%)
Rank:
8/
10
Top 30%
1501 Magnolia Ave.
San Bruno, CA 94066
(650) 558-2799
Gr: 9-12 | 1,108 student Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 83%
Rank: #5 - 65. - 6.
Allen (Decima M.) Elementary School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
6/
10
Top 50%
875 West Angus Ave.
San Bruno, CA 94066
(650) 624-3140
Gr: K-5 | 376 students Student-teacher ratio: 24:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: #5 - 65. - 6.
Lomita Park Elementary School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
6/
10
Top 50%
200 Santa Helena Ave.
San Bruno, CA 94066
(650) 588-5852
Gr: K-5 | 289 students Student-teacher ratio: 22:1 Minority enrollment: 89%
Rank: #77.
Parkside Intermediate
(Math: 25% | Reading: 35%)
Rank:
4/
10
Bottom 50%
1801 Niles Ave.
San Bruno, CA 94066
(650) 624-3180
Gr: 6-8 | 570 students Student-teacher ratio: 21:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: #88.
Belle Air Elementary School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 10-14%)
Rank:
2/
10
Bottom 50%
450 Third Ave.
San Bruno, CA 94066
(650) 624-3155
Gr: K-5 | 251 students Student-teacher ratio: 21:1
[+] Show Closed Public Schools in San Bruno, California

San Bruno, California Public Schools (Closed)

School
Location
Quick Facts
Crestmoor Elementary School (Closed 2014)
2322 Crestmoor Dr
San Bruno, CA 94066
(650) 624-3145
Gr: K-5 | 158 students Student-teacher ratio: 23:1 Minority enrollment: 65%
El Crystal Elementary School (Closed 2023)
201 N. Balboa Way
San Bruno, CA 94066
(650) 624-3150
Gr: K-5 | 262 students Student-teacher ratio: 33:1 Minority enrollment: 79%
Rollingwood Elementary School (Closed 2023)
2500 Cottonwood Dr.
San Bruno, CA 94066
(650) 624-3165
Gr: K-5 | 201 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1
San Mateo Union High Community Day (Closed 2006)
Alternative School
300 Piedmont, Room 419
San Bruno, CA 94066
(650) 348-8834
Gr: 9-12 | 8 students Minority enrollment: 88%
Urban Pioneer Experiential Academy (Closed 2004)
553 Hazel Ave
San Bruno, CA 94066
Gr: 9-12 | 133 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 64%

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public schools in San Bruno, CA?
The top-ranked public schools in San Bruno, CA include Monte Verde Elementary School, Portola Elementary School and John Muir Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in San Bruno?
8 public schools are located in San Bruno.
What percentage of students in San Bruno go to public school?
80% of all K-12 students in San Bruno are educated in public schools (compared to the CA state average of 90%).
What is the racial composition of students in San Bruno?
San Bruno public schools minority enrollment is 93% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the California public schools average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Which public schools in San Bruno are often viewed compared to one another?

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