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Foster City Elementary

San Mateo-Foster City · San Mateo County · 461 Beach Park Boulevard, Foster City, CA 94404-2713

(650) 312-7522 · fostercity.smfcsd.net

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10/10
#430
Rank 430 out of 5,722
Top 7%
English Language Arts9/10 · #601 · 90th percentile
Mathematics10/10 · #208 · 96th percentile
Science10/10 · #524 · 91st percentile

English Language Arts

Math Trend

Science Trend

School Overview

Foster City Elementary sits in one of the Bay Area's most family-friendly planned communities, where tree-lined streets, waterways, and parks make it easy to see why families put down roots here intentionally. The school's math scores in particular are standout, reflecting both a rigorous curriculum and a parent community that tends to be highly engaged and education-focused — not surprising given Foster City's concentration of tech and biotech professionals. Families who value strong academics alongside a safe, tight-knit suburban feel will find this school fits right into the broader Foster City lifestyle.

Student Demographics

325 students tested · 2024-25 school year

Ethnicity

Asian
163 (50%)
White
77 (24%)
Multiple Races
35 (11%)
Hispanic
32 (10%)
Filipino
11 (3%)
Other
7 (2%)

Key Indicators

English Learners109 (34%)
Socioeconomically Disadvantaged41 (13%)
Students with Disabilities38 (12%)

Staff & Teachers(2024-25)

624
Enrollment
30
Teachers (FTE)
20.8:1
Student-Staff Ratio
2
Administrators (FTE)
21.3
Avg Class Size*(2023-24)

Community Enrichment Programs

This supplementary score measures the availability of enrichment programs — such as tutoring, music, dance, sports, and arts — within 3 miles of the school. Schools in communities with more diverse and accessible programs score higher.

Nearby Programs10/10 · #384 · 94th percentile

279 programs within 3 miles. Ranked among Elementary Schools in California.

Nearby Libraries

No programs found