Serving 243 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Meadow Heights Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 40-44% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-44% (which is lower than the California state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 17:1 is lower than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 80% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is equal to the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 243 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 80%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-29% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Meadow Heights Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Meadow Heights Elementary School's student population of 243 students has declined by 28% over five school years.
The teacher population of 14 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
243 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
14 teachers
Last Day of School
Thu. Jun 11, 2026
School Rankings
Meadow Heights Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Meadow Heights Elementary School is 0.68, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.63. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#3642 out of 9523 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
12%
12%
Hispanic
50%
56%
Black
n/a
5%
White
20%
20%
Hawaiian
4%
n/a
Two or more races
14%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
37%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Meadow Heights Elementary School's ranking?
Meadow Heights Elementary School is ranked #3642 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in California.
What schools are Meadow Heights Elementary School often compared to?
Meadow Heights Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Baywood Elementary School, Beresford Elementary School, Laurel Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40-44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 40-44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Meadow Heights Elementary School?
243 students attend Meadow Heights Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
50% of Meadow Heights Elementary School students are Hispanic, 20% of students are White, 14% of students are Two or more races, 12% of students are Asian, and 4% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Meadow Heights Elementary School?
Meadow Heights Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is lower than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Meadow Heights Elementary School offer ?
Meadow Heights Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Meadow Heights Elementary School part of?
Meadow Heights Elementary School is part of San Mateo-Foster City School District.
In what neighborhood is Meadow Heights Elementary School located?
Meadow Heights Elementary School is located in the Beresford Park neighborhood of San Mateo, CA. There are 2 other public schools located in Beresford Park.
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