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Hillsdale High School

High school in San Mateo, CA · San Mateo Union High · Grades 9-12

68%met the reading (ELA) standard, 2026
43%met the math standard, 2026
1,517students enrolled, 2025-26
$1.81Mtypical home value in 94403

On the spring 2026 state tests, 68% of Hillsdale High School students met or exceeded California's reading (ELA) standard and 43% met the math standard. In reading, that is 2 points below the San Mateo Union High average (69%) and 18 points above the California average (49%). Its reading result is higher than 67% of Bay Area high schools, and it ranks 2nd of 3 public high schools in San Mateo. Reading results in 2026 were 3 points higher than in 2024, and math results were 6 points higher than in 2024.

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Test scores, 2024 to 2026

Share of Hillsdale High School students who met or exceeded the standard
SubjectSpring 2024Spring 2025Spring 2026Change
Reading (ELA)65%72%68%+3 pts
Math37%42%43%+6 pts

Compared with nearby averages

Spring 2026Reading (ELA)Math
Hillsdale High School68%43%
San Mateo Union High69%51%
San Mateo County59%53%
California49%38%

Where graduates go

87%Enrolled in any college
9%University of California
17%Cal State (CSU)
22%CA private or out of state

Share of the class of 2022-23 enrolled in college within 16 months of graduating.

For fall 2025, UC admitted 114 of 155 freshman applicants from Hillsdale High School (74%), and 41 enrolled.

Homes near Hillsdale High School

The typical home value in ZIP code 94403, where Hillsdale High School is located, is $1.81M, up 6.8% over the past year (Zillow Home Value Index). Prices inside the school's attendance zone can differ.

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Nearby high schools

DistanceSchoolReading (ELA)MathTypical home value (ZIP)
1.5 miAragon HighSan Mateo · Grades 9-1281%65%$2.46M
2.2 miCarlmont HighBelmont · Grades 9-1287%75%$2.27M
2.8 miDesign Tech High CharterRedwood City · Grades 9-1281%59%$1.78M
3.2 miSan Mateo HighSan Mateo · Grades 9-1262%48%$1.20M
3.9 miBurlingame HighBurlingame · Grades 9-1276%61%$3.52M
5.3 miSequoia HighRedwood City · Grades 9-1263%37%$2.71M

School details

Address
3115 Del Monte Street, San Mateo, CA 94403
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Phone
(650) 558-2699
District
San Mateo Union High
County
San Mateo County
Grades
9-12
Students
1,517 (2025-26)
Type
High school · Traditional
Website
hhs.smuhsd.org
State school code
41690474133070

Common questions

How did Hillsdale High School do on state tests?

In spring 2026, 68% of students met or exceeded the reading (ELA) standard and 43% met the math standard, compared with 49% and 38% across California.

How many students attend Hillsdale High School?

1,517 students were enrolled in the 2025-26 school year, in grades 9-12.

How many Hillsdale High School students get into UC?

For fall 2025, 114 of 155 UC freshman applicants from Hillsdale High School were admitted. Of the class of 2022-23, 9% enrolled at a UC campus within 16 months.

How much do homes cost near Hillsdale High School?

The typical home value in ZIP code 94403, where Hillsdale High School is located, is $1.81M, up 6.8% over the past year (Zillow Home Value Index). Prices inside the school's attendance zone can differ.

Does living near Hillsdale 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.