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2023 Best Public High Schools in San Mateo County

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  1. #1 Best Public High Schools in San Mateo County.

    Aragon High School

    San Mateo Union High School District, CA,

    9-12,

    283 Niche users give it an average review of 4 stars.

    Featured Review: Senior says My experience at Aragon High School was one of the best experiences of my life. I was able to make lifelong friends, learn valuable lessons, and develop a strong sense of self. The teachers at Aragon....

    Read 283 reviews.

    Overall Niche Grade: A+,

    Students: 1,734,

    Student-Teacher Ratio: 23 to 1,

  2. #4 Best Public High Schools in San Mateo County.

    Mills High School

    San Mateo Union High School District, CA,

    9-12,

    276 Niche users give it an average review of 3.8 stars.

    Featured Review: Senior says Mills High School in Millbrae, California is an exceptional institution that offers a top-notch education for high school students. One of the standout features is the diversity of the student body.....

    Read 276 reviews.

    Overall Niche Grade: A+,

    Students: 1,180,

    Student-Teacher Ratio: 21 to 1,

  3. #5 Best Public High Schools in San Mateo County.

    San Mateo High School

    San Mateo Union High School District, CA,

    9-12,

    260 Niche users give it an average review of 4.1 stars.

    Featured Review: Senior says While the school I attended had strong academics and a supportive environment, it was unfortunately in poor condition both visually and in terms of infrastructure. This was particularly noticeable in....

    Read 260 reviews.

    Overall Niche Grade: A+,

    Students: 1,671,

    Student-Teacher Ratio: 20 to 1,

  4. #7 Best Public High Schools in San Mateo County.

    Hillsdale High School

    San Mateo Union High School District, CA,

    9-12,

    299 Niche users give it an average review of 3.8 stars.

    Featured Review: Senior says This school is a super spirited, positive, and welcoming community environment. The administration, staff, teachers, and students are supportive and work to build stronger connections & education!....

    Read 299 reviews.

    Overall Niche Grade: A+,

    Students: 1,689,

    Student-Teacher Ratio: 19 to 1,

  5. #8 Best Public High Schools in San Mateo County.

    Summit Public School - Shasta Campus

    Blue checkmark.

    Public School,

    DALY CITY, CA,

    9-12,

    77 Niche users give it an average review of 4.1 stars.

    Featured Review: Junior says As an incoming Senior at the school, I must say the school has changed throughout the years. Starting from freshman year I absolutely loved the admin, classes, culture, and extra curricular. However,....

    Read 77 reviews.

    Overall Niche Grade: A+,

    Students: 469,

    Student-Teacher Ratio: 17 to 1,

  6. #9 Best Public High Schools in San Mateo County.

    Sequoia High School

    Sequoia Union High School District, CA,

    9-12,

    324 Niche users give it an average review of 3.9 stars.

    Featured Review: Alum says Sequoia’s TRC (teen resource center) program for mental health has an amazing team! Curriculum and academics are decent, the STM program is top notch and offers a variety of advanced classes. The....

    Read 324 reviews.

    Overall Niche Grade: A,

    Students: 2,019,

    Student-Teacher Ratio: 18 to 1,

  7. #11 Best Public High Schools in San Mateo County.

    Everest Public High School

    Public School,

    REDWOOD CITY, CA,

    9-12,

    182 Niche users give it an average review of 3.5 stars.

    Featured Review: Junior says I love Everest because it is highly a small school! It gives me the opportunity to reach out to my teachers, getting one on one help, and overall create relationships with them. It is definitely a....

    Read 182 reviews.

    Overall Niche Grade: A minus,

    Students: 361,

    Student-Teacher Ratio: 13 to 1,

  8. #14 Best Public High Schools in San Mateo County.

    Design Tech High School

    Blue checkmark.

    Public School,

    REDWOOD CITY, CA,

    9-12,

    85 Niche users give it an average review of 3.3 stars.

    Featured Review: Sophomore says My experience has been really good with d.tech. It gives you the space to achieve what you want to and start your own projects/pursue your own interests. However, if you aren't self-directed, d.tech....

    Read 85 reviews.

    Overall Niche Grade: A minus,

    Students: 557,

    Student-Teacher Ratio: 28 to 1,

  9. #15 Best Public High Schools in San Mateo County.

    Westmoor High School

    Jefferson Union High School District, CA,

    9-12,

    290 Niche users give it an average review of 3.6 stars.

    Featured Review: Senior says With all my four years at Westmoor, I feel as though it's better than the other schools in the Jefferson Union District, due to the high level of diversity and safety. Westmoor is located at Daly....

    Read 290 reviews.

    Overall Niche Grade: A minus,

    Students: 1,396,

    Student-Teacher Ratio: 22 to 1,

  10. #16 Best Public High Schools in San Mateo County.

    Capuchino High School

    San Mateo Union High School District, CA,

    9-12,

    365 Niche users give it an average review of 3.8 stars.

    Featured Review: Junior says My high school experience was nothing short of remarkable. It was a time of growth, learning, and countless unforgettable moments that have shaped me into the person I am today. From the very first...Academically, my high school offered a wide array of courses and extracurricular activities that catered to diverse interests and talents. The curriculum was well-rounded, providing a balance between....

    Read 365 reviews.

    Overall Niche Grade: A minus,

    Students: 1,187,

    Student-Teacher Ratio: 20 to 1,

  11. #17 Best Public High Schools in San Mateo County.

    Summit Preparatory Charter High School

    Blue checkmark.

    Public School,

    REDWOOD CITY, CA,

    9-12,

    128 Niche users give it an average review of 3.6 stars.

    Featured Review: Alum says My overall experience at this charter high school was like watching the continuation of a tv show that started off good but got more and more boring after the second season. Unlike a typical high....

    Read 128 reviews.

    Overall Niche Grade: A minus,

    Students: 436,

    Student-Teacher Ratio: 24 to 1,

  12. #19 Best Public High Schools in San Mateo County.

    Jefferson High School

    Jefferson Union High School District, CA,

    9-12,

    132 Niche users give it an average review of 3.6 stars.

    Featured Review: Senior says What I liked about Jefferson High School is the fact that I met so many friends that I was able to connect with and share my ideas about classes, our social life, and etc. I appreciate how all my....

    Read 132 reviews.

    Overall Niche Grade: B+,

    Students: 1,325,

    Student-Teacher Ratio: 22 to 1,

  13. #20 Best Public High Schools in San Mateo County.

    South San Francisco High School

    Blue checkmark.

    South San Francisco Unified School District, CA,

    9-12,

    441 Niche users give it an average review of 3.3 stars.

    Featured Review: Senior says I love the community the school has developed between students and staff. However I believe the school doesn’t pay teacher enough which is causing many teacher to leave South City after only a few....

    Read 441 reviews.

    Overall Niche Grade: B+,

    Students: 1,303,

    Student-Teacher Ratio: 21 to 1,

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