Bayside Academy vs Parkside Montessori
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in California, United States, 511 m apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Bayside Academy
San Mateo · Public elementary · Grades K–8
840 students
Parkside Montessori
San Mateo · Public elementary · Grades K–8
418 students
| Measure | Bayside Academy San Mateo, California | Parkside Montessori San Mateo, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 50 Top 50% | 50 Top 50% |
| State rank | #1885 of 5,693 | #1879 of 5,693 |
| National rank | #25017 of 50,301 | #24927 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–8 | Grades K–8 |
| Students | 840 | 418 |
| Enrollment | 840 | 418 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 43.2% | 17.7% |
| Students per teacher | 19.5 | 22.0 |
| Reading proficiency | 54% | 47% |
| Math proficiency | 43% | 42% |
| city | San Mateo | San Mateo |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Both schools have almost identical Success Index (US) scores (50.2 vs 50.4).
- •Bayside Academy does better on math proficiency (43% vs 42%).
- •Bayside Academy does better on reading proficiency (54% vs 47%).
- •Parkside Montessori does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (17.7% vs 43.2%).
- •Bayside Academy does better on students per teacher (19.5 vs 22.0).
- •Bayside Academy is the larger school with 840 students compared with 418.
The Success Index (US) summarises published results and context from official data. It does not measure teaching quality or fit. Methodology.
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Frequently asked questions
Is Bayside Academy better than Parkside Montessori?
The two schools are very close on the Success Index (US). Differences in sector, size, programmes and distance from home will matter more than the score.
How far apart are Bayside Academy and Parkside Montessori?
About 511 m in a straight line, between San Mateo and San Mateo in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Bayside Academy: 840. Parkside Montessori: 418. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Bayside Academy and Parkside Montessori rank in California?
Bayside Academy is 1885th of 5,693 and Parkside Montessori is 1879th of 5,693 among elementary schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).