Summary:
Zip code 94010 in California is served by two high-performing public middle schools, Burlingame Intermediate and Crocker Middle, both educating students in grades 6-8 but operating within different school districts.
While both schools are excellent, consistently earning top state ratings and far exceeding California averages in English, Math, and Science, Crocker Middle in the Hillsborough City Elementary district generally shows stronger academic results, ranking 62nd in the state compared to 175th for Burlingame Intermediate in the Burlingame Elementary district. Key differences include Crocker's higher test scores, significantly lower chronic absenteeism (4.5% vs. 10.4%), and a much lower student-teacher ratio of 13.8 to 1 versus 21.4 to 1 at Burlingame, which serves over 1,100 students compared to Crocker's 446.
The schools have distinct profiles: Burlingame Intermediate offers a notable Spanish language program and serves a more economically diverse student population. The per-student spending is notably higher at Crocker Middle ($29,562 vs. $14,647), correlating with its smaller classes and standout metrics. Parents in this area can be confident in either school's strong academic foundation, with the choice often coming down to preferred school size, specific program offerings, and the surrounding district community.
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