Redwood Shores Elementary

225 Shearwater Pkwy.
Redwood City, CA 94065

www.brssd.org

404 Students

Elementary School K - 5th

School Overview

Redwood Shores Elementary, located in the master-planned community of Redwood Shores in Redwood City, California, is a highly regarded public school serving students in grades TK through 5. Part of the Belmont-Redwood Shores School District (BRSSD), the school is known for its strong emphasis on academic excellence, modern facilities, and a supportive, close-knit community. It benefits from its scenic location near the San Francisco Bay, providing students with a unique environment that often integrates local environmental education into its curriculum.

The school is recognized for its dedicated teaching staff and active parent involvement, which play a significant role in fostering a collaborative learning atmosphere. As part of a district that prides itself on high performance and innovation, Redwood Shores Elementary focuses on developing well-rounded students through a blend of rigorous core academics, technology integration, and enrichment programs. Its reputation for fostering both intellectual and personal growth makes it a sought-after institution for families residing within the district.

404

Total Students

20.0

Full-Time Teachers

20.2

Student/Teacher Ratio

8.2%

Free/Reduced Lunch

Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for Redwood Shores Elementary
Demographic	Student Count
White	109
Hispanic	51
Black	4
Asian	180
Two or More	57
American Indian	1
Pacific Islander	2

Asian
180 (44.6%)
White
109 (27.0%)
Two or More
57 (14.1%)
Hispanic
51 (12.6%)
Black
4 (1.0%)
Pacific Islander
2 (0.5%)
American Indian
1 (0.2%)

School Location

School Details

Status:	Open
School Level:	Elementary School
School Type:	Regular School
Charter Status:*	Public Non-Charter
Virtual Instruction:	No virtual instruction
Shared Time Status:	N/A
District:	Belmont-Redwood Shores Elementary
Phone:	(650)802-8060
Website:	http://www.brssd.org
Grade Range:	K - 5th
Total Students:	404
Full-Time Teachers (FTE):	20.0
Pupil/Teacher Ratio:	20.2
NSLP Participation:¹	Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
Qualified Free Lunch:	33
Qualified Reduced Lunch:	0

* Charter Schools: A public charter school is a publicly funded school that operates independently under a legislative contract (or "charter") with a state, school district, or designated authorizing entity. Charters grant these schools greater operational flexibility over curriculum, staffing, and budgeting in exchange for strict accountability to achieve performance standards established in their charter agreement.

¹ National School Lunch Program (NSLP): The National School Lunch Program is a federally assisted meal program operating in public and nonprofit private schools. It provides nutritionally balanced, low-cost or free lunches to eligible children each school day based on household income thresholds or community eligibility options (CEO).

Title I Program Overview: Title I, Part A of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act (ESEA) allocates federal financial assistance to local educational agencies and public schools with high percentages of children from low-income families to help ensure that all children meet challenging state academic standards.

Grades Taught

Kindergarten 99

Grade 1 46

Grade 2 65

Grade 3 56

Grade 4 70

Grade 5 68