Excellent
#233 of 9,539 schools in CA
Top 2% in state
Juana Briones Elementary
Elementary School · Palo Alto Unified
4100 Orme St., Palo Alto, CA 94306
Enrollment
260
Student-Teacher
20:1
Score
9.1
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
260
Student-Teacher
20:1
Score
9.1
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#233 of 9,539
In Palo Alto
#7 of 15
public schools
In district
#8 of 17
Palo Alto Unified
Equity
9.7 / 10
Excellent
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About Juana Briones Elementary
Juana Briones Elementary is a public elementary school in Palo Alto, CA, part of Palo Alto Unified. Juana Briones Elementary serves approximately 260 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 20:1 student-teacher ratio. Juana Briones Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 9.1 out of 10 and ranks #233 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Juana Briones Elementary show 84% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 82% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 9.1 · Excellent
- District avg 8.7
- CA avg 6.2
Score Breakdown
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Juana Briones Elementary — Students at Juana Briones Elementary score 83% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 70%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
8.5%
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: 8.7/10.
How Juana Briones Elementary Compares
See how Juana Briones Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
4100 Orme St., Palo Alto, CA 94306
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Juana Briones Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Bullis Charter (rated 9.7/10, 1.1 miles away, in nearby Los Altos), which scores slightly higher. Another option is BOWMAN SCHOOL (rated 9.3/10, 0.3 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, Herbert Hoover Elementary (rated 9.2/10, 1.1 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Palo Alto, see our Palo Alto schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.3 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| BOWMAN SCHOOL Palo Alto | 0.3 mi | 9.3 |
| Bowman School Palo Alto | 0.3 mi | — |
| Ellen Fletcher Middle Palo Alto | 0.4 mi | 9.4 |
| Shalem Palo Alto | 0.5 mi | — |
| Henry M. Gunn High Palo Alto | 0.5 mi | 9.2 |
| KEYS FAMILY DAY SCHOOL Palo Alto | 0.6 mi | 6.7 |
| Barron Park Elementary Palo Alto | 0.6 mi | 8.7 |
| Santa Rita Elementary Los Altos | 1.0 mi | 7.8 |
| Ardis G. Egan Junior High Los Altos | 1.0 mi | 9.2 |
| School for Independent Learners Los Altos | 1.0 mi | — |
| SCHOOL FOR INDEPENDENT LEARNERS Los Altos | 1.0 mi | — |
| Jane Lathrop Stanford Middle Palo Alto | 1.1 mi | 9.4 |
| Bullis Charter Los Altos | 1.1 mi | 9.7 |
| El Carmelo Elementary Palo Alto | 1.3 mi | 7.5 |
| Herbert Hoover Elementary Palo Alto | 1.1 mi | 9.2 |
| Fairmeadow Elementary Palo Alto | 1.2 mi | 8.9 |
| ACHIEVE INC. Palo Alto | 1.3 mi | 8.2 |
| Challenger School - Middlefield Palo Alto | 1.3 mi | — |
| IMAGINATION LAB SCHOOL Palo Alto | 1.3 mi | — |
| GROSSMAN ACADEMY Palo Alto | 1.3 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
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Bixby Elementary Hacienda Heights, CA | 9.1 |
| Carmel Creek Elementary San Diego, CA | 9.1 |
| Chin (John Yehall) Elementary San Francisco, CA | 9.1 |
| Del Mar Hills Elementary Del Mar, CA | 9.1 |
| Foothill Elementary Saratoga, CA | 9.1 |
| Hidden Valley Elementary San Anselmo, CA | 9.1 |
Compare Juana Briones Elementary with similar schools nearby
Side-by-side ratings, test scores, and demographics for the schools parents most often weigh against this one.
- CompareJuana Briones Elementary vs Ohlone ElementaryPalo Alto, CA Peer score 9.3/10 +0.2 vs Juana Briones Elementary
- CompareJuana Briones Elementary vs Herbert Hoover ElementaryPalo Alto, CA Peer score 9.2/10 +0.1 vs Juana Briones Elementary
- CompareJuana Briones Elementary vs Duveneck ElementaryPalo Alto, CA Peer score 8.6/10 -0.5 vs Juana Briones Elementary
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Juana Briones Elementary
What grades does Juana Briones Elementary serve?
Juana Briones Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend Juana Briones Elementary?
Juana Briones Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 260 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Juana Briones Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Juana Briones Elementary is 20:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Juana Briones Elementary rank in CA?
Juana Briones Elementary ranks #233 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Juana Briones Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Juana Briones Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 9.1 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 Juana Briones Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Juana Briones Elementary has 84% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 82% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Juana Briones Elementary a charter school?
No, Juana Briones Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Juana Briones Elementary a Title I school?
No, Juana Briones Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Juana Briones Elementary?
8.5% of students at Juana Briones 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.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 5th
- Enrollment
- 260
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 20:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 13
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 8.5%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Small City
- County
- Santa Clara County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 10.0%
- Phone
- (650) 856-0877
Resources & Links
District
Palo Alto Unified- District Enrollment
- 10,271
- Schools in District
- 19
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $28,533
- District Rank
- #8 of 17
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