Excellent
#1000 of 9,539 schools in CA
Top 11% in state
Escondido Elementary
Elementary School · Palo Alto Unified
890 Escondido Rd., Stanford, CA 94305
Enrollment
460
Student-Teacher
19.2:1
Score
8.4
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
460
Student-Teacher
19.2:1
Score
8.4
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#1,000 of 9,539
In Stanford
#2 of 2
public schools
In district
#15 of 17
Palo Alto Unified
School environment
9.7 / 10
Excellent
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Escondido Elementary
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About Escondido Elementary
Escondido Elementary is a public elementary school in Stanford, CA, part of Palo Alto Unified. Escondido Elementary serves approximately 460 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 19.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Escondido Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.4 out of 10 and ranks #1,000 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Escondido Elementary show 75% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 75% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 8.4 · Excellent
- District avg 8.7
- CA avg 6.2
Score Breakdown
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Escondido Elementary — Students at Escondido Elementary score 74% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 65%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
17.4%
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
→ StableAverage 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: 7.4/10.
How Escondido Elementary Compares
See how Escondido Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
890 Escondido Rd., Stanford, CA 94305
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Escondido Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Lucille M. Nixon Elementary (rated 9.2/10, 0.5 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is Barron Park Elementary (rated 8.7/10, 1.1 miles away, in nearby Palo Alto), with a very similar rating. Additionally, Walter Hays Elementary (rated 8.5/10, 1.7 miles away, in nearby Palo Alto), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Stanford, see our Stanford schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.6 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Lucille M. Nixon Elementary Stanford | 0.5 mi | 9.2 |
| LIVING WISDOM SCHOOL OF PALO ALTO Palo Alto | 0.6 mi | 6.3 |
| Living Wisdom School of Palo Alto Palo Alto | 0.7 mi | — |
| CASA DEI BAMBINI SCHOOL Palo Alto | 0.7 mi | — |
| Lydian Academy Palo Alto | 0.7 mi | — |
| VR School of AI (Campus 113355) Stanford | 0.8 mi | — |
| Palo Alto High Palo Alto | 1.1 mi | 8.7 |
| ODYSSEY MONTESSORI Palo Alto | 1.3 mi | — |
| Castilleja School Palo Alto | 1.3 mi | — |
| CASTILLEJA SCHOOL Palo Alto | 1.3 mi | 7.5 |
| Barron Park Elementary Palo Alto | 1.1 mi | 8.7 |
| SYNAPSE SCHOOL Palo Alto | 1.2 mi | 8.1 |
| GUIDEPOST MONTESSORI Palo Alto | 1.4 mi | — |
| Packard Children's Hospital/Stanford Palo Alto | 1.5 mi | — |
| Walter Hays Elementary Palo Alto | 1.7 mi | 8.5 |
| Addison Elementary Palo Alto | 1.8 mi | 7.8 |
| El Carmelo Elementary Palo Alto | 1.4 mi | 7.5 |
| TRU SCHOOL Palo Alto | 1.8 mi | 5.8 |
| Frank S. Greene Jr. Middle Palo Alto | 1.7 mi | 9.2 |
| KEYS FAMILY DAY SCHOOL Palo Alto | 1.6 mi | 6.7 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 94305 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$72,470
Median Home Value
$2,000,001
Median Rent
$1,937/mo
Population
17,912
College Educated
90.9%
Homeownership
26.6%
Avg Commute
15.4 min
Poverty Rate
17.5%
Median Age
22.6
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Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Ada Clegg Elementary Huntington Beach, CA | 8.4 |
| Anaheim Hills Elementary Anaheim, CA | 8.4 |
| Ashley Falls Elementary San Diego, CA | 8.4 |
| Bradley Elementary San Bernardino, CA | 8.4 |
| Braly Elementary Sunnyvale, CA | 8.4 |
| Buena Vista Elementary Carlsbad, CA | 8.4 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Escondido Elementary
What grades does Escondido Elementary serve?
Escondido Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend Escondido Elementary?
Escondido Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 460 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Escondido Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Escondido Elementary is 19.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Escondido Elementary rank in CA?
Escondido Elementary ranks #1,000 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Escondido Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Escondido Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.4 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 Escondido Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Escondido Elementary has 75% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 75% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Escondido Elementary a charter school?
No, Escondido Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Escondido Elementary a Title I school?
No, Escondido Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Escondido Elementary?
17.4% of students at Escondido 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
- 460
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 19.2:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 24
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 17.4%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Santa Clara County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 18.7%
- Phone
- (650) 856-1337
Resources & Links
District
Palo Alto Unified- District Enrollment
- 10,271
- Schools in District
- 19
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $28,533
- District Rank
- #15 of 17
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