Burlingame High School
High school in Burlingame, CA · San Mateo Union High · Grades 9-12
On the spring 2026 state tests, 76% of Burlingame High School students met or exceeded California's reading (ELA) standard and 61% met the math standard. In reading, that is 7 points above the San Mateo Union High average (69%) and 27 points above the California average (49%). Its reading result is higher than 76% of Bay Area high schools. Reading results in 2026 were 11 points lower than in 2024, and math results were about the same as in 2024.
Test scores, 2024 to 2026
| Subject | Spring 2024 | Spring 2025 | Spring 2026 | Change |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Reading (ELA) | 87% | 83% | 76% | −11 pts |
| Math | 61% | 66% | 61% | 0 pts |
Compared with nearby averages
| Spring 2026 | Reading (ELA) | Math |
|---|---|---|
| Burlingame High School | 76% | 61% |
| San Mateo Union High | 69% | 51% |
| San Mateo County | 59% | 53% |
| California | 49% | 38% |
Where graduates go
Share of the class of 2022-23 enrolled in college within 16 months of graduating.
For fall 2025, UC admitted 163 of 217 freshman applicants from Burlingame High School (75%), and 49 enrolled.
Homes near Burlingame High School
The typical home value in ZIP code 94010, where Burlingame High School is located, is $3.52M, up 12.3% over the past year (Zillow Home Value Index). Prices inside the school's attendance zone can differ.
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Nearby high schools
| Distance | School | Reading (ELA) | Math | Typical home value (ZIP) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1.0 mi | San Mateo HighSan Mateo · Grades 9-12 | 62% | 48% | $1.20M |
| 2.3 mi | Mills HighMillbrae · Grades 9-12 | 80% | 63% | $2.06M |
| 2.4 mi | Aragon HighSan Mateo · Grades 9-12 | 81% | 65% | $2.46M |
| 3.7 mi | Capuchino HighSan Bruno · Grades 9-12 | 51% | 24% | $1.29M |
| 3.9 mi | Hillsdale HighSan Mateo · Grades 9-12 | 68% | 43% | $1.81M |
| 5.7 mi | Design Tech High CharterRedwood City · Grades 9-12 | 81% | 59% | $1.78M |
School details
- Address
- 1 Mangini Way, Burlingame, CA 94010
Get directions · See it on our map - Phone
- (650) 558-2899
- District
- San Mateo Union High
- County
- San Mateo County
- Grades
- 9-12
- Students
- 1,627 (2025-26)
- Type
- High school · Traditional
- Website
- bhs.smuhsd.org
- State school code
- 41690474130472
Common questions
How did Burlingame High School do on state tests?
In spring 2026, 76% of students met or exceeded the reading (ELA) standard and 61% met the math standard, compared with 49% and 38% across California.
How many students attend Burlingame High School?
1,627 students were enrolled in the 2025-26 school year, in grades 9-12.
How many Burlingame High School students get into UC?
For fall 2025, 163 of 217 UC freshman applicants from Burlingame High School were admitted. Of the class of 2022-23, 12% enrolled at a UC campus within 16 months.
How much do homes cost near Burlingame High School?
The typical home value in ZIP code 94010, where Burlingame High School is located, is $3.52M, up 12.3% over the past year (Zillow Home Value Index). Prices inside the school's attendance zone can differ.
Does living near Burlingame High School guarantee a spot?
No. Public schools assign students by attendance zone, which San Mateo Union High sets and can change. Confirm the zone for a specific address with the district before you buy or rent.