Serving 268 students in grades Kindergarten-5, North Hillsborough ranks in the top 5% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 80-84% (which is higher than the California state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 80-84% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 51% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 268 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 51%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 80-84% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 80-84% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 70-79% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
North Hillsborough ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Student Attention
School Overview
North Hillsborough's student population of 268 students has declined by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 20 teachers has grown by 33% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
268 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
20 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
North Hillsborough ranks within the top 5% of all 9,602 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of North Hillsborough is 0.64, 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
#204 out of 9602 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-84%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-84%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-79%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
33%
12%
Hispanic
9%
56%
Black
n/a
5%
White
49%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
9%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
3%
54%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is North Hillsborough's ranking?
North Hillsborough is ranked #204 out of 9,602 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in California.
What schools are North Hillsborough often compared to?
North Hillsboroughis often viewed alongside schools like South Hillsborough, West Hillsborough by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
80-84% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CA state average), while 80-84% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend North Hillsborough?
268 students attend North Hillsborough.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
49% of North Hillsborough students are White, 33% of students are Asian, 9% of students are Hispanic, and 9% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of North Hillsborough?
North Hillsborough has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does North Hillsborough offer ?
North Hillsborough offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is North Hillsborough part of?
North Hillsborough is part of Hillsborough City Elementary School District.
In what neighborhood is North Hillsborough located?
North Hillsborough is located in the Country Club Manor neighborhood of Burlingame, CA.
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