Excellent
#160 of 9,539 schools in CA
Top 2% in state
Frank S. Greene Jr. Middle
Middle School · Palo Alto Unified
750 North California Ave., Palo Alto, CA 94303
Enrollment
760
Student-Teacher
14.6:1
Score
9.2
Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
760
Student-Teacher
14.6:1
Score
9.2
Grades
6th – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#160 of 9,539
In Palo Alto
#6 of 15
public schools
In district
#7 of 17
Palo Alto Unified
School environment
9.9 / 10
Excellent
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About Frank S. Greene Jr. Middle
Frank S. Greene Jr. Middle is a public middle school in Palo Alto, CA, part of Palo Alto Unified.
Frank S. Greene Jr. Middle serves approximately 760 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 14.6:1 student-teacher ratio.
Frank S. Greene Jr. Middle has a current MySchoolScout rating of 9.2 out of 10 and ranks #160 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Frank S. Greene Jr. Middle show 75% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 81% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 9.2 · Excellent
- District avg 9.3
- CA avg 6.5
Score Breakdown
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Frank S. Greene Jr. Middle — Students at Frank S. Greene Jr. Middle score 76% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 66%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
15.3%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)
Based on 36 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: 8.8/10.
How Frank S. Greene Jr. Middle Compares
See how Frank S. Greene Jr. Middle performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
750 North California Ave., Palo Alto, CA 94303
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Frank S. Greene Jr. Middle may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Ohlone Elementary (rated 9.3/10, 0.6 miles away), with a very similar rating. Another option is Duveneck Elementary (rated 8.6/10, 0.8 miles away), with a comparable rating. Additionally, Walter Hays Elementary (rated 8.5/10, 0.6 miles away), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Palo Alto, see our Palo Alto schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.0 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| STRATFORD SCHOOL - PALO ALTO Palo Alto | 0.2 mi | 7.3 |
| CORNERSTONE LEARNING FOUNDATION Palo Alto | 0.4 mi | 5.7 |
| SYNAPSE SCHOOL Palo Alto | 0.5 mi | 8.1 |
| Walter Hays Elementary Palo Alto | 0.6 mi | 8.5 |
| KEYS FAMILY DAY SCHOOL Palo Alto | 0.7 mi | 7.7 |
| Keys Family Day School Palo Alto | 0.7 mi | — |
| Ohlone Elementary Palo Alto | 0.6 mi | 9.3 |
| Duveneck Elementary Palo Alto | 0.8 mi | 8.6 |
| TRU SCHOOL Palo Alto | 0.8 mi | 5.8 |
| El Carmelo Elementary Palo Alto | 0.9 mi | 7.5 |
| St. Elizabeth Seton Palo Alto | 0.9 mi | — |
| ST ELIZABETH SETON SCHOOL Palo Alto | 0.9 mi | 5.1 |
| Lydian Academy Palo Alto | 1.0 mi | — |
| BBS Palo Alto | 1.1 mi | — |
| Fusion Academy Palo Alto Palo Alto | 1.0 mi | — |
| FUSION ACADEMY - PALO ALTO Palo Alto | 1.0 mi | 6.4 |
| Castilleja School Palo Alto | 0.9 mi | — |
| SILICON VALLEY INTERNATIONAL SCHOOL Palo Alto | 1.1 mi | 7.4 |
| Silicon Valley International School Palo Alto | 1.1 mi | — |
| CASA DEI BAMBINI SCHOOL Palo Alto | 1.0 mi | — |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 94303 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$148,031
Median Home Value
$1,825,000
Median Rent
$2,710/mo
Population
47,123
College Educated
48.4%
Homeownership
57%
Avg Commute
24.7 min
Poverty Rate
6.6%
Median Age
38.1
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| Bowditch Middle Foster City, CA | 9.2 |
| Garvey (Richard) Intermediate Rosemead, CA | 9.2 |
| Muscatel Middle Rosemead, CA | 9.2 |
| North Star Academy Redwood City, CA | 9.2 |
| Sam H. Lawson Middle Cupertino, CA | 9.2 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Frank S. Greene Jr. Middle
What grades does Frank S. Greene Jr. Middle serve?
Frank S. Greene Jr. Middle serves students in grades 6th through 8th.
How many students attend Frank S. Greene Jr. Middle?
Frank S. Greene Jr. Middle has an enrollment of approximately 760 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Frank S. Greene Jr. Middle?
The student-teacher ratio at Frank S. Greene Jr. Middle is 14.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Frank S. Greene Jr. Middle rank in CA?
Frank S. Greene Jr. Middle ranks #160 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Frank S. Greene Jr. Middle's MySchoolScout rating?
Frank S. Greene Jr. Middle has a current MySchoolScout rating of 9.2 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 Frank S. Greene Jr. Middle?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Frank S. Greene Jr. Middle has 75% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 81% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Frank S. Greene Jr. Middle a charter school?
No, Frank S. Greene Jr. Middle is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Frank S. Greene Jr. Middle a Title I school?
No, Frank S. Greene Jr. Middle is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Frank S. Greene Jr. Middle?
15.3% of students at Frank S. Greene Jr. Middle 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
- 6th – 8th
- Enrollment
- 760
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 14.6:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 52
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 15.3%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Small City
- County
- Santa Clara County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 8.9%
- Phone
- (408) 494-8120
Resources & Links
District
Palo Alto Unified- District Enrollment
- 10,271
- Schools in District
- 19
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $28,533
- District Rank
- #7 of 17
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