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#688 of 9,533 schools in CA

Top 7% 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

8.5

Grades

6th – 8th

Updated 2022-23

How this school compares

In Palo Alto

#10 of 15

public schools

California middle schools

#69 of 1,349

In district

#12 of 17

Palo Alto Unified

School environment

9.9 / 10

Exceptional

About Frank S. Greene Jr. Middle

Frank S. Greene Jr. Middle is a public middle school in Palo Alto, CA, part of the Palo Alto Unified.

The school serves approximately 760 students in grades 6th – 8th with a student-teacher ratio of 14.6:1. It holds a MySchoolScout rating of 8.5/10, placing it in the 92.8th percentile among CA schools — an above average rating overall. Students demonstrate 74% proficiency in math, 40 points above the state average and 79% in reading/language arts, 32 points above the state average.

The school scores particularly well in school environment (9.9/10). Located in a neighborhood with a median household income of $148,031, where 48% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The school is situated in a small city setting.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress6.9Above Average40%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data3
Annual Change-0.61 pts/yr
Data Period2019–2024
TrendStable
Academics9.2Exceptional35%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency73.2%
Reading/ELA Proficiency79.2%
Math vs. State Avg+38.8 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+33.3 pts
Overall Proficiency76%
Expected (poverty-adj.)67%
vs. Expected+9.4 pts
Adjusted Percentile87th
Resources & Environment9.9Exceptional25%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio14.6:1
Per-Pupil Spending$27,292

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: 67%).

How we calculate scores →

Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

15.3%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)

Math Proficiency 74.3%
School
State
33.9%
ELA Proficiency 79.0%
School
State
46.6%

Based on 12 test records from CA state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

→ Stable

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2019
Math
79%
ELA
80%
2021*
Math
74%
ELA
77%
2024
Math
73.2%
ELA
79.3%

* 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: 6.9/10.

How Frank S. Greene Jr. Middle Compares

See how Frank S. Greene Jr. Middle performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
8.5/10
93th percentile in CA
Academic
9.2/10
9.2/10
Growth
6.9/10
Above average
Environment
9.9/10
Above average

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
15%
Teaching Staff
15:1 student-teacher ratio
52 teachers

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), which scores slightly higher. Another option is Duveneck Elementary (rated 8.8/10, 0.8 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, SYNAPSE SCHOOL (rated 8.1/10, 0.5 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 8.0
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 8.8
TRU SCHOOL Palo Alto 0.8 mi 5.8
El Carmelo Elementary Palo Alto 0.9 mi 6.4
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

Community Profile

The community surrounding Frank S. Greene Jr. Middle has a median household income of $148,031. It is a well-educated community where 48% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $1,825,000, with a median rent of $2,710/month. The local poverty rate of 6.6% is relatively low. The average commute for residents is 25 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.

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Montera Middle Oakland, CA 8.5
Olive Middle Baldwin Park, CA 8.5

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 is ranked #688 out of 9,533 schools in CA.

What is Frank S. Greene Jr. Middle's MySchoolScout rating?

Frank S. Greene Jr. Middle has a composite rating of 8.5 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 Frank S. Greene Jr. Middle?

Based on the most recent state assessment data, Frank S. Greene Jr. Middle has 74.3% math proficiency and 79.0% reading/ELA proficiency.

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.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
50 Somewhat Walkable
Transit Score
26 Some Transit
Bike Score
97 Biker’s Paradise
City Safety
High (3,256/100K)

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FBI UCR 2024. City-level (Palo Alto). Data >1 year old.

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
Data Year
2023–2024

District

Palo Alto Unified
District Enrollment
10,271
Schools in District
19
Per-Pupil Spending
$28,533
District Rank
#12 of 17

How We Rate Schools

Every school receives a composite score from 1 to 10 based on four pillars: Academic Performance (50%), Student Growth (20%), Equity (15%), and Learning Environment (15%). Scores are built from publicly available data including standardized test results, enrollment figures, and school climate indicators.

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