Summary:
The San Mateo Union High school district, a high-performing district in the 84th percentile statewide, consists of eight high schools (grades 9-12) ranging from large comprehensive campuses to smaller alternative programs, serving a diverse community within the San Francisco Bay Area.
Among the traditional high schools, Burlingame High, Aragon High, and Mills High are consistent top performers, each earning 5-star ratings with graduation rates above 97% and ranking in the state's top 7%. Aragon High has the district's highest graduation rate, while Burlingame High leads in academic test scores. San Mateo High and Capuchino High are solid schools but show noticeable performance gaps, particularly in mathematics proficiency, compared to the top tier.
The district also includes two specialized schools: Peninsula High (Continuation) and The Bridge Academy, which serve students with high needs. Their academic and graduation metrics are not directly comparable to the comprehensive schools, as they are designed for at-risk populations, which is reflected in their higher per-student funding and lower student-teacher ratios. Overall, the district offers strong options, with significant variation in outcomes between its highest and lowest-performing comprehensive schools.
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