Very Good
#1987 of 9,539 schools in CA
Top 21% in state
Addison Elementary
Elementary School · Palo Alto Unified
650 Addison Ave., Palo Alto, CA 94301
Enrollment
338
Student-Teacher
19.9:1
Score
7.8
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
338
Student-Teacher
19.9:1
Score
7.8
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#1,987 of 9,539
In Palo Alto
#14 of 15
public schools
In district
#16 of 17
Palo Alto Unified
School environment
9.6 / 10
Excellent
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About Addison Elementary
Addison Elementary is a public elementary school in Palo Alto, CA, part of Palo Alto Unified. Addison Elementary serves approximately 338 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 19.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Addison Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.8 out of 10 and ranks #1,987 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Addison Elementary show 79% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 80% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 7.8 · Very Good
- District avg 8.7
- CA avg 6.2
Score Breakdown
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Addison Elementary — Students at Addison Elementary score 74% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 64%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
17.8%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)
Based on 34 test records from CA state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 6.3/10.
How Addison Elementary Compares
See how Addison Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
650 Addison Ave., Palo Alto, CA 94301
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Addison Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Duveneck Elementary (rated 8.6/10, 0.9 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is Walter Hays Elementary (rated 8.5/10, 0.5 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, SYNAPSE SCHOOL (rated 8.1/10, 1.1 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Palo Alto, see our Palo Alto schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.1 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| TRU SCHOOL Palo Alto | 0.2 mi | 5.8 |
| St. Elizabeth Seton Palo Alto | 0.4 mi | — |
| CASTILLEJA SCHOOL Palo Alto | 0.4 mi | 7.5 |
| Castilleja School Palo Alto | 0.5 mi | — |
| ST ELIZABETH SETON SCHOOL Palo Alto | 0.4 mi | 5.1 |
| Tru Palo Alto | 0.4 mi | — |
| Walter Hays Elementary Palo Alto | 0.5 mi | 8.5 |
| GUIDEPOST MONTESSORI Palo Alto | 0.5 mi | — |
| ODYSSEY MONTESSORI Palo Alto | 0.6 mi | — |
| Palo Alto High Palo Alto | 0.7 mi | 8.7 |
| BBS Palo Alto | 0.8 mi | — |
| Duveneck Elementary Palo Alto | 0.9 mi | 8.6 |
| SYNAPSE SCHOOL Palo Alto | 1.1 mi | 8.1 |
| Frank S. Greene Jr. Middle Palo Alto | 1.0 mi | 9.2 |
| KIPP Valiant Community Prep Menlo Park | 1.2 mi | 6.8 |
| CORNERSTONE LEARNING FOUNDATION Palo Alto | 1.0 mi | 5.7 |
| LIVING WISDOM SCHOOL OF PALO ALTO Palo Alto | 1.3 mi | 6.3 |
| Living Wisdom School of Palo Alto Palo Alto | 1.3 mi | — |
| CASA DEI BAMBINI SCHOOL Palo Alto | 1.3 mi | — |
| STRATFORD SCHOOL - PALO ALTO Palo Alto | 1.1 mi | 7.3 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 94301 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$235,529
Median Home Value
$2,000,001
Median Rent
$3,290/mo
Population
17,126
College Educated
83.3%
Homeownership
51.6%
Avg Commute
23.7 min
Poverty Rate
4.2%
Median Age
45.4
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Almond Grove Elementary Oakley, CA | 7.8 |
| Andres and Maria Cardenas Elementary Van Nuys, CA | 7.8 |
| Ben Lomond Elementary Covina, CA | 7.8 |
| Burbank (Luther) Elementary Artesia, CA | 7.8 |
| Center for Advanced Learning Los Angeles, CA | 7.8 |
| Central Park Elementary Santa Clara, CA | 7.8 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Addison Elementary
What grades does Addison Elementary serve?
Addison Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend Addison Elementary?
Addison Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 338 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Addison Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Addison Elementary is 19.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Addison Elementary rank in CA?
Addison Elementary ranks #1,987 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Addison Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Addison Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.8 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at Addison Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Addison Elementary has 79% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 80% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Addison Elementary a charter school?
No, Addison Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Addison Elementary a Title I school?
No, Addison Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Addison Elementary?
17.8% of students at Addison Elementary qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 5th
- Enrollment
- 338
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 19.9:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 17
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 17.8%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Small City
- County
- Santa Clara County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 17.5%
- Phone
- (650) 322-5935
Resources & Links
District
Palo Alto Unified- District Enrollment
- 10,271
- Schools in District
- 19
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $28,533
- District Rank
- #16 of 17
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