Excellent
#101 of 9,539 schools in CA
Top 1% in state
Edith Landels Elementary
Elementary School · Mountain View Whisman
115 West Dana St., Mountain View, CA 94041
Enrollment
363
Student-Teacher
20.2:1
Score
9.3
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
363
Student-Teacher
20.2:1
Score
9.3
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#101 of 9,539
In Mountain View
#5 of 14
public schools
In district
#4 of 11
Mountain View Whisman
Academic growth
9.6 / 10
Excellent
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About Edith Landels Elementary
Edith Landels Elementary is a public elementary school in Mountain View, CA, part of Mountain View Whisman. Edith Landels Elementary serves approximately 363 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 20.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Edith Landels Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 9.3 out of 10 and ranks #101 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Edith Landels Elementary show 65% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 67% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 9.3 · Excellent
- District avg 7.8
- CA avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
Edith Landels Elementary runs 20.2:1 students to teachers, above the national average. That often means bigger classes. Ask how the school supports kids who need extra help, and whether there are teaching assistants or small-group time.
Score Breakdown
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Edith Landels Elementary — Students at Edith Landels Elementary score 71% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 64%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
19.3%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)
Based on 30 test records from CA state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 9.6/10.
How Edith Landels Elementary Compares
See how Edith Landels Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
115 West Dana St., Mountain View, CA 94041
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Edith Landels Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Stevenson Elementary (rated 9.6/10, 1.2 miles away), with a very similar rating. Another option is Amy Imai Elementary (rated 9.4/10, 0.9 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, Benjamin Bubb Elementary (rated 9.3/10, 0.9 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Mountain View, see our Mountain View schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.8 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| ST STEPHEN LUTHERAN SCHOOL Mountain View | 0.5 mi | — |
| Jose Antonio Vargas Elementary Mountain View | 0.6 mi | 6.4 |
| YEW CHUNG INTERNATIONAL SCHOOL (SV) Mountain View | 0.8 mi | 7.8 |
| GERMAN INTL SCHOOL OF SILICON VALLEY Mountain View | 0.8 mi | 7.0 |
| Yew Chung International of Silicon Vally Mountain View | 0.9 mi | — |
| Amy Imai Elementary Mountain View | 0.9 mi | 9.4 |
| Benjamin Bubb Elementary Mountain View | 0.9 mi | 9.3 |
| Isaac Newton Graham Middle Mountain View | 0.9 mi | 8.8 |
| MTN VIEW ACADEMY Mountain View | 0.8 mi | 7.2 |
| Khan Lab School Mountain View | 0.9 mi | — |
| KHAN LAB SCHOOL Mountain View | 0.9 mi | 6.6 |
| ST JOSEPH SCHOOL MOUNTAIN VIEW Mountain View | 0.9 mi | 7.0 |
| Stevenson Elementary Mountain View | 1.2 mi | 9.6 |
| Theuerkauf Elementary Mountain View | 1.4 mi | 7.8 |
| Mariano Castro Elementary Mountain View | 1.3 mi | 3.6 |
| Vargas Elementary Sunnyvale | 1.3 mi | 6.2 |
| Gabriela Mistral Elementary Mountain View | 1.3 mi | 6.8 |
| ST PAUL LUTHERAN CHILD DEVELOPMENT CENTER Mountain View | 1.3 mi | — |
| ST FRANCIS HIGH SCHOOL Mountain View | 1.5 mi | 5.7 |
| Georgina P. Blach Junior High Los Altos | 1.8 mi | 8.6 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 94041 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$168,980
Median Home Value
$2,000,001
Median Rent
$2,927/mo
Population
15,841
College Educated
72.6%
Homeownership
30.3%
Avg Commute
23.9 min
Poverty Rate
8.6%
Median Age
33.8
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| BOWMAN SCHOOL Palo Alto, CA | 9.3 |
| Banyan Elementary Newbury Park, CA | 9.3 |
| Benjamin Bubb Elementary Mountain View, CA | 9.3 |
| Berkeley Arts Magnet at Whittier Berkeley, CA | 9.3 |
| Chinese Immersion School at DeAvila San Francisco, CA | 9.3 |
| Cove Corte Madera, CA | 9.3 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Edith Landels Elementary
What grades does Edith Landels Elementary serve?
Edith Landels Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend Edith Landels Elementary?
Edith Landels Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 363 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Edith Landels Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Edith Landels Elementary is 20.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Edith Landels Elementary rank in CA?
Edith Landels Elementary ranks #101 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Edith Landels Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Edith Landels Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 9.3 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 Edith Landels Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Edith Landels Elementary has 65% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 67% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Edith Landels Elementary a charter school?
No, Edith Landels Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Edith Landels Elementary a Title I school?
No, Edith Landels Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Edith Landels Elementary?
19.3% of students at Edith Landels 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
- 363
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 20.2:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 18
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 19.3%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Small City
- County
- Santa Clara County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 17.9%
- Phone
- (650) 526-3520
Resources & Links
District
Mountain View Whisman- District Enrollment
- 4,591
- Schools in District
- 12
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $22,536
- District Rank
- #4 of 11
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