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Schools in 94002 — Belmont, California: 94002 schools aren't just reaching proficiency — they're pushing students beyond it.

94002 has 6 ranked schools in Belmont, averaging a Scope Score of 75.6/100 — 30.8 points above the state average of 44.8 (CDE CAASPP 2025). Scores range from 51.7 to 87.0, a 35.4-point spread. 5 schools rank in the 90th percentile or above statewide.

Avg Scope Score
75.6
State avg: 44.8
SchoolScope composite
Score Range
35.4
51.7 – 87.0
Avg Exceeded %
58.8%
State avg: 21.3%
Chronic Absenteeism
9.6%
State avg: 17.9%
Schools Ranked
6
With Scope Scores

How 94002 schools perform

The top-ranked school is Central Elementary with a Scope Score of 87 and 74.3% of students exceeding standard.

These schools are pushing students past the bar, not just to it. Schools here average 58.8% exceeding standard — well above the statewide average of 21.3%.

Chronic absenteeism across 94002 averages 9.6%, below the state average of 17.9%. CDE CAASPP 2025.

How 94002 compares to nearby zip codes

ZipCitySchoolsAvg Scorevs 94002
94002Belmont6Strong
75.6/100
94010Burlingame13Solid
69.9/100
-5.7

Source: CDE CAASPP 2025, analyzed by SchoolScope.

School archetypes in 94002

5 High Ceiling1 Solid Base

Archetypes are data-driven labels based on Scope Score dimensions. Learn more

For the data nerds

All schools in 94002

ranked by Scope Score · 2024–25 CAASPP

#SchoolExceededScore
1Central Elementary
Belmont-Redwood Shores Elementary High Ceiling
74.3%Strong
87/100
2Ralston Intermediate
Belmont-Redwood Shores Elementary High Ceiling
63.5%Strong
84/100
3Fox Elementary
Belmont-Redwood Shores Elementary High Ceiling
63.7%Strong
83/100
4Carlmont High
Sequoia Union High High Ceiling
52.3%Strong
75/100
5Cipriani Elementary
Belmont-Redwood Shores Elementary High Ceiling
53.3%Strong
73/100
6Nesbit Elementary
Belmont-Redwood Shores Elementary Solid Base
45.4%Solid
52/100
Source: CDE CAASPP 2025 · 6 schools in 94002Methodology · Explore all schools

Schools in 94002 on the map

Data source: California Department of Education · CAASPP 2024-25 · Methodology

Scores are SchoolScope's analysis of public data, not official CDE ratings. They represent one way of interpreting test results and should not be the sole basis for school decisions.

What Scope Scores can't tell you about 94002

Numbers tell you whether students are clearing the bar. A school visit tells you whether they're happy doing it. These metrics are intentionally missing from the Scope Score: class sizes and student-teacher interaction quality; arts, music, athletics, and enrichment programs; teacher experience and turnover; campus safety and social-emotional support; parent and community engagement; quality of special education and gifted programs; how school zones and enrollment boundaries affect access. Full methodology

Frequently asked questions

Are the schools in 94002 (Belmont) good?
94002 has 6 ranked schools in Belmont, averaging a Scope Score of 75.6/100 — 30.8 points above the state average. 58.8% of students exceed the state standard on average. Data source: California Department of Education CAASPP 2025, analyzed by SchoolScope.
What is the best school in 94002?
The highest-scoring school in zip code 94002 is Central Elementary with a Scope Score of 87/100 and 74.3% of students exceeding the state standard. See full methodology.
How do 94002 schools compare to the state average?
Schools in zip code 94002 average a Scope Score of 75.6/100 — 30.8 points above the state average of 44.8. The exceeded rate averages 58.8% vs. 21.3% statewide.
How many schools are in zip code 94002?
Zip code 94002 has 6 ranked schools with Scope Scores. Schools are ranked using a weighted composite of CAASPP test performance, growth trajectory, chronic absenteeism, and suspension rate. Schools with insufficient testing data are not ranked.
What does the Scope Score measure?
The Scope Score is SchoolScope's proprietary composite rating (0–100) based on seven dimensions of publicly available California school data: the exceeded-vs-met standard split, overall proficiency, grade 3–5 growth, chronic absenteeism, suspension rate, ELPAC English Learner proficiency, and baseline proficiency. Full methodology and weights.