Very Good
#2689 of 9,533 schools in CA
Top 28% in state
Amy Imai Elementary
Elementary School · Mountain View Whisman
253 Martens Ave., Mountain View, CA 94040
Enrollment
398
Student-Teacher
19.9:1
Score
7.3
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
398
Student-Teacher
19.9:1
Score
7.3
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Updated
2022-23
Updated 2022-23
How this school compares
In Mountain View
#9 of 14
public schools
California elementary schools
#1,815 of 5,817
In district
#7 of 11
Mountain View Whisman
Equity
9.7 / 10
Exceptional
About Amy Imai Elementary
Amy Imai Elementary serves 398 students in kindergarten through fifth grade in Mountain View, California, earning recognition as one of the state's top-performing schools. With a MySchoolScout rating of 9.3 out of 10 and ranking 97th among California's 9,566 elementary schools, the school places in the 99th percentile statewide. This exceptional performance reflects strong academic outcomes, with 81% of students demonstrating proficiency or above in English Language Arts and 80% achieving proficiency in mathematics.
The school maintains a student-teacher ratio of 19.9 to 1 across its 20 full-time equivalent teaching staff, providing students with solid instructional support. Amy Imai Elementary benefits from serving a highly educated community where 78% of residents hold bachelor's degrees or higher, creating an environment that strongly values academic achievement. Located in the heart of Silicon Valley, the school sits within ZIP code 94040, an affluent area with a median household income of $175,147 and median home values reaching $2 million.
The low poverty rate of 6% reflects the economic stability of the surrounding neighborhood. Amy Imai Elementary operates within Mountain View's dynamic small city setting, where innovation and educational excellence intersect in one of California's most prosperous communities.
Score Breakdown
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Amy Imai Elementary — Students at Amy Imai Elementary score 81% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 69%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
12.1%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)
Based on 10 test records from CA state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 5.4/10.
How Amy Imai Elementary Compares
See how Amy Imai Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Performance Trends
Math proficiency has declined from 86% (2019) to 79.79% (2024). Reading/ELA proficiency has declined from 88% (2019) to 81.52% (2024).
Location
253 Martens Ave., Mountain View, CA 94040
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Amy Imai Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Springer Elementary (rated 9.3/10, 1.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Cherry Chase Elementary (rated 8.5/10, 1.2 miles away, in nearby Sunnyvale), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Jose Antonio Vargas Elementary (rated 8.5/10, 1.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Mountain View, see our Mountain View schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.4 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Benjamin Bubb Elementary Mountain View | 0.5 mi | 7.8 |
| Isaac Newton Graham Middle Mountain View | 0.7 mi | 7.0 |
| ST FRANCIS HIGH SCHOOL Mountain View | 0.7 mi | 5.7 |
| Georgina P. Blach Junior High Los Altos | 0.9 mi | 9.3 |
| Edith Landels Elementary Mountain View | 0.9 mi | 8.1 |
| MIRAMONTE SCHOOL Los Altos | 1.0 mi | 7.8 |
| ST JOSEPH SCHOOL MOUNTAIN VIEW Mountain View | 0.9 mi | 7.0 |
| ST STEPHEN LUTHERAN SCHOOL Mountain View | 1.0 mi | — |
| Mountain View High Mountain View | 1.1 mi | 9.0 |
| Oak Avenue Elementary Los Altos | 1.2 mi | 8.4 |
| Alta Vista High Mountain View | 1.2 mi | 6.7 |
| Springer Elementary Mountain View | 1.1 mi | 9.3 |
| MTN VIEW ACADEMY Mountain View | 1.4 mi | 7.2 |
| Cherry Chase Elementary Sunnyvale | 1.2 mi | 8.5 |
| Loyola Elementary Los Altos | 1.4 mi | 8.1 |
| Jose Antonio Vargas Elementary Mountain View | 1.5 mi | 8.5 |
| KHAN LAB SCHOOL Mountain View | 1.6 mi | 6.6 |
| Khan Lab School Mountain View | 1.6 mi | — |
| ST PAUL LUTHERAN CHILD DEVELOPMENT CENTER Mountain View | 1.4 mi | — |
| Canterbury Christian School Los Altos | 1.4 mi | — |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 94040 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$184,494
Median Home Value
$2,000,001
Median Rent
$3,017/mo
Population
35,581
College Educated
77.9%
Homeownership
36.2%
Avg Commute
24.5 min
Poverty Rate
5.1%
Median Age
34.9
Community Profile
The community surrounding Amy Imai Elementary has a median household income of $184,494. It is a well-educated community where 78% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $2,000,001, with a median rent of $3,017/month. The local poverty rate of 5.1% is relatively low. The average commute for residents is 25 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Abram Agnew Elementary San Jose, CA | 7.3 |
| Achieve Academy Oakland, CA | 7.3 |
| Aileen Colburn Elementary Atwater, CA | 7.3 |
| Almaden Elementary San Jose, CA | 7.3 |
| Bay View Elementary Santa Cruz, CA | 7.3 |
| Bella Vista Elementary Monterey Park, CA | 7.3 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Amy Imai Elementary
What grades does Amy Imai Elementary serve?
Amy Imai Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend Amy Imai Elementary?
Amy Imai Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 398 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Amy Imai Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Amy Imai 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 Amy Imai Elementary rank in CA?
Amy Imai Elementary is ranked #2689 out of 9,533 schools in CA.
What is Amy Imai Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Amy Imai Elementary has a composite rating of 7.3 out of 10 on MySchoolScout. This score combines academic performance, student growth, and school environment into a single score. Equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at Amy Imai Elementary?
Based on the most recent state assessment data, Amy Imai Elementary has 81.0% math proficiency and 82.6% reading/ELA proficiency.
Is Amy Imai Elementary a charter school?
No, Amy Imai Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Amy Imai Elementary a Title I school?
No, Amy Imai Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Amy Imai Elementary?
12.1% of students at Amy Imai 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.
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Neighborhood Context
- Walk Score
- 82 Very Walkable
- Transit Score
- 38 Some Transit
- Bike Score
- 90 Biker’s Paradise
- City Safety
- High (3,103/100K)
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 5th
- Enrollment
- 398
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 19.9:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 20
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 12.1%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Small City
- County
- Santa Clara County
- Phone
- (650) 526-3490
- Data Year
- 2023–2024
Resources & Links
District
Mountain View Whisman- District Enrollment
- 4,591
- Schools in District
- 12
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $22,536
- District Rank
- #7 of 11
Other Schools in This District
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