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Gabriela Mistral Elementary

Elementary School · Mountain View Whisman

505 Escuela Ave., Mountain View, CA 94040

Enrollment

380

Student-Teacher

21.1:1

Score

5.1

Grades

Kindergarten – 5th

Updated 2022-23

How this school compares

In Mountain View

#12 of 14

public schools

California elementary schools

#4,399 of 5,817

In district

#9 of 11

Mountain View Whisman

School environment

8.4 / 10

Very strong

About Gabriela Mistral Elementary

Gabriela Mistral Elementary serves 380 students from kindergarten through fifth grade in Mountain View, California. With 18 full-time teachers, the school maintains a 21.1:1 student-teacher ratio while achieving solid academic results that place it in the 80th percentile statewide. The school earns a 7.5 out of 10 rating from MySchoolScout and ranks #1962 out of 9566 elementary schools across California.

Academic performance shows strengths in both core subjects, with 55% of students achieving proficiency or above in English Language Arts and 48% meeting proficiency standards in mathematics. These scores reflect the school's commitment to providing quality education to its diverse student body. Gabriela Mistral Elementary sits in the heart of Mountain View's 94040 ZIP code, an affluent area where 78% of residents hold bachelor's degrees or higher.

The surrounding neighborhood features a median household income of $175,147 and median home values around $2 million, with a low 6% poverty rate among the 35,667 residents. This well-educated, economically stable community provides a supportive environment for the school's educational mission. The school operates in Mountain View's small city setting, benefiting from the engaged, highly educated families that characterize this Silicon Valley community.

What Parents Should Know

The student-teacher ratio at Gabriela Mistral Elementary is 21.1:1, which is higher than the national average. This may mean larger class sizes, so parents should ask about classroom support, teaching assistants, and how the school differentiates instruction for students who need extra help.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress2.0Needs Improvement50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data2
Annual Change-3.53 pts/yr
Data Period2019–2024
TrendDeclining
Academics8.1Excellent30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency48.4%
Reading/ELA Proficiency55.3%
Math vs. State Avg+2.7 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+12.5 pts
Overall Proficiency52%
Expected (poverty-adj.)45%
vs. Expected+6.6 pts
Adjusted Percentile72th
College ReadinessNot Available

Data not available for this school

Resources & Environment8.4Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio21.1:1
Per-Pupil Spending$21,151

Gabriela Mistral Elementary — Students at Gabriela Mistral Elementary score 52% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 45%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

52.4%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)

Math Proficiency 52.1%
School
State
39.4%
ELA Proficiency 58.6%
School
State
45.3%

Based on 10 test records from CA state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

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

2019
Math
67%
ELA
72%
2024
Math
48.4%
ELA
55.2%

Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 2.0/10.

How Gabriela Mistral Elementary Compares

See how Gabriela Mistral Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
5.1/10
22th percentile in CA
Academic
8.1/10
8.1/10
Growth
2.0/10
Below average
Environment
8.4/10
Above average

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
52%
Teaching Staff
21:1 student-teacher ratio
18 teachers

Location

505 Escuela Ave., Mountain View, CA 94040

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Gabriela Mistral Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Stevenson Elementary (rated 8.8/10, 0.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Almond Elementary (rated 8.3/10, 0.9 miles away, in nearby Los Altos), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Benjamin Bubb Elementary (rated 7.8/10, 1.3 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
Mariano Castro Elementary Mountain View 0.1 mi 3.5
ST PAUL LUTHERAN CHILD DEVELOPMENT CENTER Mountain View 0.5 mi
MTN VIEW ACADEMY Mountain View 0.5 mi 7.2
MOUNTAIN VIEW-LOS ALTOS MONTESSORI CHILDRENS CTR Mountain View 0.5 mi
KHAN LAB SCHOOL Mountain View 0.6 mi 6.6
Khan Lab School Mountain View 0.6 mi
WALDORF SCHOOL-PENINSULA Mountain View 0.7 mi 8.4
ST JOSEPH SCHOOL MOUNTAIN VIEW Mountain View 0.8 mi 7.0
Canterbury Christian School Los Altos 0.9 mi
Stevenson Elementary Mountain View 0.8 mi 8.8
Almond Elementary Los Altos 0.9 mi 8.3
Theuerkauf Elementary Mountain View 0.9 mi 4.3
Monta Loma Elementary Mountain View 1.0 mi 7.3
Isaac Newton Graham Middle Mountain View 1.0 mi 7.0
Los Altos High Los Altos 1.0 mi 8.3
Crittenden Middle Mountain View 1.2 mi 7.8
Benjamin Bubb Elementary Mountain View 1.3 mi 7.8
SCHOOL FOR INDEPENDENT LEARNERS Los Altos 1.1 mi
School for Independent Learners Los Altos 1.1 mi
GIDEON HAUSNER JEWISH DAY SCHOOL Palo Alto 1.4 mi 7.2

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 Gabriela Mistral 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
Arcata Elementary Arcata, CA 5.1
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Bannon Creek Sacramento, CA 5.1
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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Gabriela Mistral Elementary

What grades does Gabriela Mistral Elementary serve?

Gabriela Mistral Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.

How many students attend Gabriela Mistral Elementary?

Gabriela Mistral Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 380 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Gabriela Mistral Elementary?

The student-teacher ratio at Gabriela Mistral Elementary is 21.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Gabriela Mistral Elementary rank in CA?

Gabriela Mistral Elementary is ranked #7433 out of 9,533 schools in CA.

What is Gabriela Mistral Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?

Gabriela Mistral Elementary has a composite rating of 5.1 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 Gabriela Mistral Elementary?

Based on the most recent state assessment data, Gabriela Mistral Elementary has 52.1% math proficiency and 58.6% reading/ELA proficiency.

Is Gabriela Mistral Elementary a charter school?

No, Gabriela Mistral Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Gabriela Mistral Elementary a Title I school?

No, Gabriela Mistral Elementary is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Gabriela Mistral Elementary?

52.4% of students at Gabriela Mistral 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

City Safety
High (3,103/100K)

FBI UCR 2024. City-level (Mountain View). Data >1 year old.

Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
380
Student-Teacher Ratio
21.1:1
Teachers (FTE)
18
Free/Reduced Lunch
52.4%
Type
regular
Setting
Small City
County
Santa Clara County
Data Year
2023–2024

District

Mountain View Whisman
District Enrollment
4,591
Schools in District
12
Per-Pupil Spending
$22,536
District Rank
#9 of 11

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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