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San Mateo-Foster City Elementary School District 51 W 41st Ave, San Mateo CA 94402*, 650-312-7700

The San Mateo-Foster City Elementary School District operates 20 schools serving 9,935 students in grades K-8 in the communities of Foster City and San Mateo. Grade configurations are K-5 (16) and 6-8 (4). 2,471 students (24.9%) are classified as Limited English Proficient, and 2,914 students (29.3%) are enrolled in Alternative Education (Magnet) programs. The district employs 541 teachers, and 36 pupil services personnel. 93.1% of teachers have full teaching credentials. Per-pupil cost (district) is $7,052. The district offers the Children's Annex, a before- and after-school care program for elementary school age children, located at each of the district's grade schools except College Park school, as well as Annex Clubhouse, an after-school program for middle school age students. A variety of programs, services, and personnel are provided for Limited English Speaking (LEP), Gifted & Talented, and Special Needs students. Support services for all students, as needed, include speech/language, tutoring and counseling. *Move to new district office, 1170 Chester Drive, Foster City, is planned during the winter break, 2006-2007 school year.

 

 

San Mateo Union High School District 650 N Delaware St, San Mateo CA 94401, 650-348-8834

The San Mateo Union High School District operates 8 schools serving 9,935 students in grades 9-12 in the communities of Burlingame, Foster City, Hillsborough, Millbrae, San Bruno and San Mateo. Grade configurations are 9-12 (7) and 10-12 (1). 822 students (9.5%) are classified as Limited English Proficient, and 250 students (2.9%) are enrolled in Alternative Education (Magnet) programs. The district employs 448 teachers, and 64 pupil services personnel. 98.2% of teachers have full teaching credentials. Per-pupil cost (district) is $9,759. A variety of programs, services, and personnel are provided for Limited English Speaking (LEP), Gifted & Talented, and Special Needs students. Support services for all students, as needed, include speech/language, tutoring and counseling.

 

 

Bayshore Elementary School District 1 Martin St, Daly City CA 94014, 415-467-5444

The Bayshore Elementary School District operates 2 schools serving 415 students in grades K-8 across the city. Grade configurations are K-4 (1), and 4-8 (1). 58 students (14%) are classified as Limited English Proficient. The district employs 22 teachers, and 2 pupil services personnel. All teachers have full teaching credentials. Per-pupil cost (district) is $6,586. A variety of programs, services, and personnel are provided for Limited English Speaking (LEP), Gifted & Talented, and Special Needs students. Support services for all students, as needed, include speech/language, tutoring and counseling.

 

 

Jefferson Elementary School District 101 Lincoln Ave, Daly City CA 94015, 650-991-1000

The Jefferson Elementary School District operates 14 schools serving 6,279 students in grades K-8 in the communities of Colma and Daly City. Grade configurations are K-5 (3), K-6 (8), 6-8 (1), and 7-8 (2). 1,427 students (23.3%) are classified as Limited English Proficient, and 8 students (0.1%) are enrolled in Alternative Education programs. The district employs 296 teachers, and 10 pupil services personnel. All teachers have full teaching credentials. Per-pupil cost (district) is $7,921. A variety of programs, services, and personnel are provided for Limited English Speaking (LEP), Gifted & Talented, and Special Needs students. Support services for all students, as needed, include speech/language, tutoring and counseling.

 

 

Jefferson Union High School District 699 Serramonte Blvd, Daly City CA 94015, 650-550-7900

The Jefferson Union High School District operates 5 schools serving 5,425 students in grades 9-12 in the communities of Brisbane, Colma, Pacifica and Daly City. Grade configurations are 9-12 (4), and 10-12 (1). 356 students (6.6%) are classified as Limited English Proficient, and 194 students (3.6%) are enrolled in Alternative Education programs. The district employs 244 teachers, and 32 pupil services personnel. All teachers have full teaching credentials. Per-pupil cost (district) is $6,641. A variety of programs, services, and personnel are provided for Limited English Speaking (LEP), Gifted & Talented, and Special Needs students. Support services for all students, as needed, include speech/language, tutoring and counseling.

 

 

Sequoia Union High School District 480 James Ave, Redwood City CA 94062, 650-369-1411

The Sequoia Union High School District operates 5 schools serving 5,425 students in grades 9-12 in the communities of Atherton, Belmont, East Palo Alto, Menlo Park, Portola Valley, Redwood City, San Carlos and Woodside. Grade configurations are 9-12 (4), and 10-12 (1). The district also operates an adult school. 1,604 students (20.5%) are classified as Limited English Proficient, and 225 students (2.9%) are enrolled in Alternative Education programs. The district employs 244 teachers, and 32 pupil services personnel. All teachers have full teaching credentials. Per-pupil cost (district) is $9,728. A variety of programs, services, and personnel are provided for Limited English Speaking (LEP), Gifted & Talented, and Special Needs students. Support services for all students, as needed, include speech/language, tutoring and counseling.

 

 

Redwood City Elementary School District 750 Bradford St, Redwood City CA 94063, 650-423-2200

The Redwood City Elementary School District operates 17 schools serving 8,837 students in grades K-8 in the communities of Atherton, San Carlos, Redwood City and San Mateo. Grade configurations are K-5 (7), K-8 (6), 3-8 (2) and 6-8 (2). 1 charter school in the district is located in Menlo Park. 4,015 students (45.4%) are classified as Limited English Proficient, and 437 students (4.9%) are enrolled in Alternative Education programs. The district employs 502 teachers and 37 pupil services personnel. 80.5% of teachers have full teaching credentials. Per-pupil cost (district) is $7,787. An after-school program is offered at each of the district's elementary schools, in cooperation with the Park District and the City of Redwood City. A variety of programs, services, and personnel are provided for Limited English Speaking (LEP), Gifted & Talented, and Special Needs students. Support services for all students, as needed, include speech/language, tutoring and counseling.

 

 

South San Francisco Unified School District 398 B St, South San Francisco CA 94080, 650-877-8700

The South San Francisco Unified School District educates 3,507 students in grades K-12, housed in 15 buildings in the communities of Daly City, San Bruno and South San Francisco. Grade configurations are K-5 (9), 6-8 (3), 8-12 (1), and 9-12 (2). 119 students (4.4%) are classified as Limited English Proficient. The district employs 152 teachers, and 8 pupil services personnel. 94.8% of teachers have full teaching credentials. Per-pupil cost (district) is $6,186. A variety of programs, services, and personnel are provided for Limited English Speaking (LEP), Gifted & Talented, and Special Needs students. Support services for all students, as needed, include speech/language, tutoring and counseling.

 

 

Burlingame Elementary School District 1825 Trousdale Dr, Burlingame CA 94010, 650-259-3800

The Burlingame Elementary School District operates 7 schools serving 2,404 students in grades K-8 across the city. Grade configurations are K-5 (5), K-8 (1), and 6-8 (1). The K-8 program (California Virtual Academy at San Mateo) is a charter school, based in Simi Valley. 389 students (14.7%) are classified as Limited English Proficient. The district employs 138 teachers, and 13 pupil services personnel. All teachers have full teaching credentials. Per-pupil cost (district) is $7,256. A variety of programs, services, and personnel are provided for Limited English Speaking (LEP), Gifted & Talented, and Special Needs students. Support services for all students, as needed, include speech/language, tutoring and counseling.

 

 

Belmont-Redwood Shores Elementary School District 2960 Hallmark Dr, Belmont CA 94002, 650-637-4800

The Belmont-Redwood Shores Elementary School District operates 6 schools serving 2,404 students in grades K-8 in the communities of Belmont and Redwood City. Grade configurations are K-5 (5), and 6-8 (1). 116 students (6.9%) are classified as Limited English Proficient. The district employs 138 teachers, and 9 pupil services personnel. 98.6% of teachers have full teaching credentials. Per-pupil cost (district) is $8,250. A variety of programs, services, and personnel are provided for Limited English Speaking (LEP), Gifted & Talented, and Special Needs students. Support services for all students, as needed, include speech/language, tutoring and counseling.

 

 

Cabrillo Unified School District 498 Kelly Ave, Half Moon Bay CA 94019, 650-712-7100

The Cabrillo Unified School District educates 3,507 students in grades K-12, housed in 7 buildings serving the communities of El Granada, Half Moon Bay, and Montara and Moss Beach. Grade configurations are K-5 (4), 6-8 (1), 10-12 (1), and 9-12 (1). 1,007 students (28.7%) are classified as Limited English Proficient, and 78 students (2.2%) are enrolled in Alternative Education programs. The district employs 170 teachers, and 13 pupil services personnel. 95.9% of teachers have full teaching credentials. Per-pupil cost (district) is $6,903. Most of the district's elementary schools offer before- and after-school care (through Coastside Children's Programs). A variety of programs, services, and personnel are provided for Limited English Speaking (LEP), Gifted & Talented, and Special Needs students. Support services for all students, as needed, include speech/language, tutoring and counseling.

 

 

Las Lomitas Elementary School District 1011 Altschul Ave, Menlo Park CA 94025, 650-854-2880

The Las Lomitas Elementary School District operates 2 schools serving 1,057 students in grades K-8 in the communities of Atherton and Menlo Park. Grade configurations are K-3 (1) and 4-8 (1). 85 students (8%) are classified as Limited English Proficient. The district employs 72 teachers and 5 pupil services personnel. 98.6% of  teachers have full teaching credentials. Per-pupil cost (district) is $12,746. A variety of programs, services, and personnel are provided for Limited English Speaking (LEP), Gifted & Talented, and Special Needs students. Support services for all students, as needed, include speech/language, tutoring and counseling.

 

 

Millbrae Elementary School District 555 Richmond Dr, Millbrae CA 94030, 650-697-5693

The Millbrae Elementary School District operates 5 schools serving 2,120 students in grades K-8 in the communities of Millbrae and San Bruno. Grade configurations are K-5 (4) and 6-8 (1). 525 students (24.8%) are classified as Limited English Proficient. The district employs 111 teachers. 95.5% of teachers have full teaching credentials. Per-pupil cost (district) is $6,432. A variety of programs, services, and personnel are provided for Limited English Speaking (LEP), Gifted & Talented, and Special Needs students. Support services for all students, as needed, include speech/language, tutoring and counseling.

 

 

Pacifica School District 375 Reina del Mar Ave, Pacifica CA 94044, 650-738-6600

The Pacifica School District operates 7 schools serving 3,081 students in grades K-8 across the city. Grade configurations are K-5 (2), K-8 (5) and 6-8 (1). 168 students (5.5%) are classified as Limited English Proficient. The district employs 148 teachers and 15 pupil services personnel. 98.6% of teachers have full teaching credentials. Per-pupil cost (district) is $6,247. A variety of programs, services, and personnel are provided for Limited English Speaking (LEP), Gifted & Talented, and Special Needs students. Support services for all students, as needed, include speech/language, tutoring and counseling.

 

 

San Bruno Park Elementary School District 500 Acacia Ave, San Bruno CA 94066, 650-624-3100

The San Bruno Park Elementary School District operates 8 schools serving 2,656 students in grades K-8 across the city. Grade configurations are K-6 (7) and 6-8 (1). 497 students (18.7%) are classified as Limited English Proficient. The district employs 122 teachers and 16 pupil services personnel. 97.6% of teachers have full teaching credentials. Per-pupil cost (district) is $6,240. A variety of programs, services, and personnel are provided for Limited English Speaking (LEP), Gifted & Talented, and Special Needs students. Support services for all students, as needed, include speech/language, tutoring and counseling.

 

 

San Carlos Elementary School District 826 Chestnut St, San Carlos CA 94070, 650-508-7333

The San Carlos Elementary School District operates 7 schools serving 2,656 students in grades K-8 across the city. Grade configurations are K-4 (4), 5-8 (2), and K-8 (1). All district schools except 1 middle school are charter school programs; one charter school (Charter Learning Center) is independent of, but sponsored by, the district. 119 students (4.4%) are classified as Limited English Proficient. The district employs 152 teachers and 8 pupil services personnel. 94.8% of teachers have full teaching credentials. Per-pupil cost (district) is $6,979. A variety of programs, services, and personnel are provided for Limited English Speaking (LEP), Gifted & Talented, and Special Needs students. Support services for all students, as needed, include speech/language, tutoring and counseling.

 

 

Menlo Park City Elementary School District 181 Encinal Ave, Atherton CA 94027, 650-321-7140

The Menlo Park City Elementary School District operates 4 schools serving 113 students in grades K-8 in the communities of Atherton and Menlo Park. Grade configurations are K-2 (1), K-5 (1), 3-5 (1), and 6-8 (1). 148 students (6.9%) are classified as Limited English Proficient. The district employs 138 teachers. All teachers have full teaching credentials. Per-pupil cost (district) is $10,886. A variety of programs, services, and personnel are provided for Limited English Speaking (LEP), Gifted & Talented, and Special Needs students. Support services for all students, as needed, include speech/language, tutoring and counseling.

 

 

Brisbane Elementary School District 1 Solano St, Brisbane CA 94005, 415-467-0550

The Brisbane Elementary School District operates 3 schools serving 603 students in grades K-8 in the communities of Brisbane and Daly City. Grade configurations are K-5 (2), and 6-8 (1). 68 students (11.3%) are classified as Limited English Proficient. The district employs 43 teachers, and 5 pupil services personnel. All teachers have full teaching credentials. Per-pupil cost (district) is $7,921. A variety of programs, services, and personnel are provided for Limited English Speaking (LEP), Gifted & Talented, and Special Needs students. Support services for all students, as needed, include speech/language, tutoring and counseling.

 

 

La Honda-Pescadero Unified School District 620 North St, Pescadero CA 94060, 650-879-0286

The La Honda-Pescadero Unified School District educates 397 students in grades K-12, housed in 4 buildings in the communities of La Honda, and Pescadero. Grade configurations are K-5 (1), K-8 (1), 11 (1), and 9-12 (1). 206 students (51.9%) are classified as Limited English Proficient, and 8 students (2%) are enrolled in Alternative Education programs. The district employs 27 teachers, and 2 pupil services personnel. 96.3% of teachers have full teaching credentials. Per-pupil cost (district) is $8,454. A variety of programs, services, and personnel are provided for Limited English Speaking (LEP), Gifted & Talented, and Special Needs students. Support services for all students, as needed, include speech/language, tutoring and counseling.

 

 

Woodside Elementary School District 3195 Woodside Rd, Woodside CA 94062, 650-851-1571

The Woodside Elementary School District is a single school district serving 451 students in grades K-8. 17 students (3.8%) are classified as Limited English Proficient. The district employs 35 teachers and 5 pupil services personnel. 97.1% of  teachers have full teaching credentials. Per-pupil cost (district) is $14,083. A variety of programs, services, and personnel are provided for Limited English Speaking (LEP), Gifted & Talented, and Special Needs students. Support services for all students, as needed, include speech/language, tutoring and counseling.