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Greendell
Elementary School · Palo Alto Unified
4120 Middlefield Rd., Palo Alto, CA 94303
Enrollment
15
Student-Teacher
15:1
Grades
Kindergarten – Kindergarten
Enrollment
15
Student-Teacher
15:1
Grades
Kindergarten – Kindergarten
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
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Greendell
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About Greendell
Greendell is a public elementary school in Palo Alto, CA, part of Palo Alto Unified. Greendell serves approximately 15 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-Kindergarten, and has a 15:1 student-teacher ratio. MySchoolScout does not publish a rating for this profile because there is not enough verified data to rate it fairly.
Structured state assessment records for Greendell show 67% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2020-2021) and 72% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2020-2021). Based on limited data: 0% component coverage.
What Parents Should Know
At 15 students, Greendell is on the smaller side. That usually buys more individual attention and teachers who know every kid by name, with the trade-off of fewer electives and extracurriculars than a larger school can staff. Ask what activities it actually offers.
School Profile
Limited Data- Grades
- Kindergarten – Kindergarten
- Enrollment
- 15 students
- Type
- Public
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 15:1
- Address
- 4120 Middlefield Rd., Palo Alto, CA 94303
- Phone
- (650) 856-0833
- Data Year
- SY 2022-23
Why doesn't this school have a score?
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Test Scores CA EDFACTS (2020-21)
Based on 4 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: N/A.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
4120 Middlefield Rd., Palo Alto, CA 94303
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Greendell may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Herbert Hoover Elementary (rated 9.2/10, 0.5 miles away). Another option is Palo Verde Elementary (rated 9.0/10, 1.2 miles away). Additionally, Fairmeadow Elementary (rated 8.9/10, 0.8 miles away). For more schools in Palo Alto, see our Palo Alto schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.2 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| ATHENA ACADEMY Palo Alto | 0.1 mi | 6.2 |
| Athena Academy Palo Alto | 0.1 mi | — |
| Imagination Lab School Palo Alto | 0.2 mi | — |
| Gideon Hausner Jewish Day School Palo Alto | 0.2 mi | — |
| IMAGINATION LAB SCHOOL Palo Alto | 0.2 mi | — |
| GROSSMAN ACADEMY Palo Alto | 0.2 mi | — |
| LIVING WIDSOM HIGH SCHOOL Palo Alto | 0.2 mi | — |
| GIDEON HAUSNER JEWISH DAY SCHOOL Palo Alto | 0.2 mi | 7.2 |
| Challenger School - Middlefield Palo Alto | 0.4 mi | — |
| PALO ALTO PREPARATORY SCHOOL Mountain View | 0.4 mi | 6.3 |
| MEIRA ACADEMY Palo Alto | 0.5 mi | — |
| ACHIEVE INC. Palo Alto | 0.5 mi | 8.2 |
| The Kehillah School Palo Alto | 0.6 mi | — |
| Herbert Hoover Elementary Palo Alto | 0.5 mi | 9.2 |
| KEHILLAH JEWISH HIGH SCHOOL Palo Alto | 0.6 mi | 5.9 |
| Monta Loma Elementary Mountain View | 0.6 mi | 7.9 |
| Jane Lathrop Stanford Middle Palo Alto | 0.8 mi | 9.4 |
| Fairmeadow Elementary Palo Alto | 0.8 mi | 8.9 |
| WALDORF SCHOOL-PENINSULA Mountain View | 0.9 mi | 8.5 |
| Palo Verde Elementary Palo Alto | 1.2 mi | 9.0 |
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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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Greendell
What grades does Greendell serve?
Greendell serves students in grades Kindergarten through Kindergarten.
How many students attend Greendell?
Greendell has an enrollment of approximately 15 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Greendell?
The student-teacher ratio at Greendell is 15:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
What are the test scores at Greendell?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Greendell has 67% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2020-2021) and 72% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2020-2021).
Is Greendell a charter school?
No, Greendell is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Greendell a Title I school?
No, Greendell is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Greendell?
20.0% of students at Greendell 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 – Kindergarten
- Enrollment
- 15
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 15:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 1
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 20.0%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Small City
- County
- Santa Clara County
- Phone
- (650) 856-0833
- 4-Year Graduation
- <50%
Resources & Links
District
Palo Alto Unified- District Enrollment
- 10,271
- Schools in District
- 19
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $28,533
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