Excellent
#57 of 9,539 schools in CA
Top 1% in state
Jane Lathrop Stanford Middle
Middle School · Palo Alto Unified
480 East Meadow Dr., Palo Alto, CA 94306
Enrollment
1,025
Student-Teacher
15.1:1
Score
9.4
Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
1,025
Student-Teacher
15.1:1
Score
9.4
Grades
6th – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#57 of 9,539
In Palo Alto
#1 of 15
public schools
In district
#1 of 17
Palo Alto Unified
School environment
9.9 / 10
Excellent
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Jane Lathrop Stanford Middle
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About Jane Lathrop Stanford Middle
Jane Lathrop Stanford Middle is a public middle school in Palo Alto, CA, part of Palo Alto Unified. Jane Lathrop Stanford Middle serves approximately 1,025 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 15.1:1 student-teacher ratio. Jane Lathrop Stanford Middle has a current MySchoolScout rating of 9.4 out of 10 and ranks #57 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Jane Lathrop Stanford Middle show 83% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 84% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 9.4 · Excellent
- District avg 9.3
- CA avg 6.5
Score Breakdown
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Jane Lathrop Stanford Middle — Students at Jane Lathrop Stanford Middle score 82% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 69%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
9.5%
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: 9.2/10.
How Jane Lathrop Stanford Middle Compares
See how Jane Lathrop Stanford Middle performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
480 East Meadow Dr., Palo Alto, CA 94306
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Jane Lathrop Stanford Middle may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. KEYS FAMILY DAY SCHOOL (rated 6.7/10, 0.6 miles away), a more accessible option. Additionally, ATHENA ACADEMY (rated 6.2/10, 0.8 miles away), a more accessible option. For more schools in Palo Alto, see our Palo Alto schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 0.9 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Fairmeadow Elementary Palo Alto | 0.1 mi | 8.9 |
| Herbert Hoover Elementary Palo Alto | 0.2 mi | 9.2 |
| ACHIEVE INC. Palo Alto | 0.3 mi | 8.2 |
| Challenger School - Middlefield Palo Alto | 0.4 mi | — |
| IMAGINATION LAB SCHOOL Palo Alto | 0.6 mi | — |
| GROSSMAN ACADEMY Palo Alto | 0.6 mi | — |
| LIVING WIDSOM HIGH SCHOOL Palo Alto | 0.6 mi | — |
| Imagination Lab School Palo Alto | 0.6 mi | — |
| KEYS FAMILY DAY SCHOOL Palo Alto | 0.6 mi | 6.7 |
| Palo Verde Elementary Palo Alto | 0.7 mi | 9.0 |
| Shalem Palo Alto | 0.7 mi | — |
| Greendell Palo Alto | 0.8 mi | — |
| El Carmelo Elementary Palo Alto | 0.8 mi | 7.5 |
| Keys Family Day School Palo Alto | 0.9 mi | — |
| The Kehillah School Palo Alto | 0.8 mi | — |
| KEYS FAMILY DAY SCHOOL Palo Alto | 0.9 mi | 7.7 |
| KEHILLAH JEWISH HIGH SCHOOL Palo Alto | 0.8 mi | 5.9 |
| ATHENA ACADEMY Palo Alto | 0.8 mi | 6.2 |
| Athena Academy Palo Alto | 0.9 mi | — |
| Gideon Hausner Jewish Day School Palo Alto | 0.9 mi | — |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 94306 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$186,479
Median Home Value
$2,000,001
Median Rent
$2,927/mo
Population
27,527
College Educated
80.5%
Homeownership
52.2%
Avg Commute
22.9 min
Poverty Rate
8.7%
Median Age
41
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|---|---|
| Pacific Beach Middle San Diego, CA | 9.4 |
| Redwood Middle Saratoga, CA | 9.4 |
| Cupertino Middle Sunnyvale, CA | 9.3 |
| Joaquin Miller Middle San Jose, CA | 9.3 |
| Martin Luther King Middle Berkeley, CA | 9.3 |
| Roosevelt Middle San Francisco, CA | 9.5 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Jane Lathrop Stanford Middle
What grades does Jane Lathrop Stanford Middle serve?
Jane Lathrop Stanford Middle serves students in grades 6th through 8th.
How many students attend Jane Lathrop Stanford Middle?
Jane Lathrop Stanford Middle has an enrollment of approximately 1,025 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Jane Lathrop Stanford Middle?
The student-teacher ratio at Jane Lathrop Stanford Middle is 15.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Jane Lathrop Stanford Middle rank in CA?
Jane Lathrop Stanford Middle ranks #57 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Jane Lathrop Stanford Middle's MySchoolScout rating?
Jane Lathrop Stanford Middle has a current MySchoolScout rating of 9.4 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 Jane Lathrop Stanford Middle?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Jane Lathrop Stanford Middle has 83% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 84% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Jane Lathrop Stanford Middle a charter school?
No, Jane Lathrop Stanford Middle is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Jane Lathrop Stanford Middle a Title I school?
No, Jane Lathrop Stanford Middle is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Jane Lathrop Stanford Middle?
9.5% of students at Jane Lathrop Stanford 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
- 1,025
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 15.1:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 68
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 9.5%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Small City
- County
- Santa Clara County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 6.7%
- Phone
- (650) 856-5188
Resources & Links
District
Palo Alto Unified- District Enrollment
- 10,271
- Schools in District
- 19
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $28,533
- District Rank
- #1 of 17
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