Half Moon Bay High School
High school in Half Moon Bay, CA · Cabrillo Unified · Grades 9-12
On the spring 2026 state tests, 57% of Half Moon Bay High School students met or exceeded California's reading (ELA) standard and 29% met the math standard. In reading, that is 11 points above the Cabrillo Unified average (45%) and 7 points above the California average (49%). Its reading result is higher than 46% of Bay Area high schools. Reading results in 2026 were 9 points higher than in 2024, and math results were 2 points lower than in 2024.
Test scores, 2024 to 2026
| Subject | Spring 2024 | Spring 2025 | Spring 2026 | Change |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Reading (ELA) | 48% | 36% | 57% | +9 pts |
| Math | 31% | 21% | 29% | −2 pts |
Compared with nearby averages
| Spring 2026 | Reading (ELA) | Math |
|---|---|---|
| Half Moon Bay High School | 57% | 29% |
| Cabrillo Unified | 45% | 34% |
| 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 61 of 75 freshman applicants from Half Moon Bay High School (81%), and 28 enrolled.
Homes near Half Moon Bay High School
The typical home value in ZIP code 94019, where Half Moon Bay High School is located, is $1.59M, up 2.9% 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) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 7.4 mi | Hillsdale HighSan Mateo · Grades 9-12 | 68% | 43% | $1.81M |
| 7.5 mi | Aragon HighSan Mateo · Grades 9-12 | 81% | 65% | $2.46M |
| 8.0 mi | Carlmont HighBelmont · Grades 9-12 | 87% | 75% | $2.27M |
| 8.6 mi | Mills HighMillbrae · Grades 9-12 | 80% | 63% | $2.06M |
| 8.6 mi | Terra Nova HighPacifica · Grades 9-12 | 63% | 44% | $1.25M |
| 8.7 mi | Burlingame HighBurlingame · Grades 9-12 | 76% | 61% | $3.52M |
School details
- Address
- 1 Lewis Foster Drive, Half Moon Bay, CA 94019
Get directions · See it on our map - Phone
- (650) 712-7200
- District
- Cabrillo Unified
- County
- San Mateo County
- Grades
- 9-12
- Students
- 834 (2025-26)
- Type
- High school · Traditional
- State school code
- 41688904132817
Common questions
How did Half Moon Bay High School do on state tests?
In spring 2026, 57% of students met or exceeded the reading (ELA) standard and 29% met the math standard, compared with 49% and 38% across California.
How many students attend Half Moon Bay High School?
834 students were enrolled in the 2025-26 school year, in grades 9-12.
How many Half Moon Bay High School students get into UC?
For fall 2025, 61 of 75 UC freshman applicants from Half Moon Bay 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 Half Moon Bay High School?
The typical home value in ZIP code 94019, where Half Moon Bay High School is located, is $1.59M, up 2.9% over the past year (Zillow Home Value Index). Prices inside the school's attendance zone can differ.
Does living near Half Moon Bay High School guarantee a spot?
No. Public schools assign students by attendance zone, which Cabrillo Unified sets and can change. Confirm the zone for a specific address with the district before you buy or rent.