Serving 489 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Baywood Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 61% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 65% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 23:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 71% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 489 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 23:1
- Minority Enrollment: 71%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 61% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 65% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Baywood Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Baywood Elementary School's student population of 489 students has declined by 23% over five school years.
The teacher population of 21 teachers has declined by 25% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
489 students
Total Classroom Teachers
21 teachers
Colors
Blue and Gold
School Calendar
School Motto
Baywood's mission is for all members of the Baywood School community, students, parents, teachers, and staff, to work interactively towards a lifelong love of learning, in a respectful, safe, supportive and challenging learning environment.
School Rankings
Baywood Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Baywood Elementary School is 0.75, 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
#1388 out of 9523 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
61%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
65%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
23:1
21:1
Asian
21%
12%
Hispanic
31%
56%
White
29%
20%
Hawaiian
2%
n/a
Two or more races
17%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
21%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Baywood Elementary School's ranking?
Baywood Elementary School is ranked #1388 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in California.
What schools are Baywood Elementary School often compared to?
Baywood Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like College Park Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
61% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 65% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Baywood Elementary School?
489 students attend Baywood Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
31% of Baywood Elementary School students are Hispanic, 29% of students are White, 21% of students are Asian, 17% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Baywood Elementary School?
Baywood Elementary School has a student ration of 23:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Baywood Elementary School offer ?
Baywood Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Baywood Elementary School part of?
Baywood Elementary School is part of San Mateo-Foster City School District.
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