Excellent
#924 of 9,533 schools in CA
Top 10% in state
Laurelwood Elementary
Elementary School · Santa Clara Unified
955 Teal Dr., Santa Clara, CA 95051
Enrollment
538
Student-Teacher
23.4:1
Score
8.3
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
538
Student-Teacher
23.4:1
Score
8.3
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Updated
2022-23
Updated 2022-23
How this school compares
In Santa Clara
#7 of 23
public schools
California elementary schools
#671 of 5,817
In district
#8 of 28
Santa Clara Unified
Equity
9.7 / 10
Exceptional
About Laurelwood Elementary
Laurelwood Elementary is a public elementary school in Santa Clara, CA, part of the Santa Clara Unified. The school serves approximately 538 students in grades Kindergarten – 5th with a student-teacher ratio of 23.4:1. It holds a MySchoolScout rating of 8.3/10, placing it in the 90.3th percentile among CA schools — an above average rating overall.
Students demonstrate 84% proficiency in math, 45 points above the state average and 81% in reading/language arts, 36 points above the state average. The school scores particularly well in student growth (7.9/10). Located in a neighborhood with a median household income of $185,632, where 71% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher.
The school is situated in a midsize city setting.
What Parents Should Know
The student-teacher ratio at Laurelwood Elementary is 23.4:1, 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
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Laurelwood Elementary — Students at Laurelwood Elementary score 82% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 71%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
8.6%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)
Based on 10 test records from CA state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 7.9/10.
How Laurelwood Elementary Compares
See how Laurelwood Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Performance Trends
Math proficiency has remained stable from 83% (2019) to 84.02% (2024). Reading/ELA proficiency has declined from 83% (2019) to 80.25% (2024).
Location
955 Teal Dr., Santa Clara, CA 95051
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Laurelwood Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Sutter Elementary (rated 8.4/10, 1.0 miles away), with a very similar rating. Another option is SILICON VALLEY ACADEMY (rated 7.4/10, 0.2 miles away, in nearby Sunnyvale), with a comparable rating. Additionally, Dwight D. Eisenhower Elementary (rated 7.2/10, 1.2 miles away), a more accessible option. For more schools in Santa Clara, see our Santa Clara schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.7 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| SILICON VALLEY ACADEMY Sunnyvale | 0.2 mi | 7.4 |
| STRATFORD MIDDLE SCHOOL Sunnyvale | 0.4 mi | 6.1 |
| Marian A. Peterson Middle Sunnyvale | 0.5 mi | 7.4 |
| KINDERCARE LEARNING CENTERS Santa Clara | 0.5 mi | — |
| Santa Clara Community Day Santa Clara | 0.6 mi | — |
| MONTICELLO ACADEMY Santa Clara | 0.6 mi | 6.0 |
| STRATFORD SCHOOL - SANTA CLARA POMEROY Santa Clara | 0.8 mi | 6.4 |
| New Valley Continuation High Santa Clara | 1.0 mi | 6.2 |
| NEIGHBORHOOD CHRISTIAN CENTER Santa Clara | 0.8 mi | — |
| Pomeroy Elementary Santa Clara | 0.9 mi | 6.3 |
| St. Lawrence School Santa Clara | 1.1 mi | — |
| ST LAWRENCE ELEMENTARY/MIDDLE SCHOOL Santa Clara | 1.2 mi | 6.7 |
| Sutter Elementary Santa Clara | 1.0 mi | 8.4 |
| Dwight D. Eisenhower Elementary Santa Clara | 1.2 mi | 7.2 |
| Santa Clara High Santa Clara | 1.1 mi | 7.2 |
| Ponderosa Elementary Sunnyvale | 1.4 mi | 5.5 |
| Briarwood Elementary Santa Clara | 1.3 mi | 5.4 |
| AI Innovation Academy Cupertino | 1.5 mi | — |
| Cupertino High Cupertino | 1.6 mi | 8.8 |
| RISE, dba Rossinca Academy Cupertino | 1.7 mi | — |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 95051 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$185,632
Median Home Value
$1,623,600
Median Rent
$3,054/mo
Population
61,345
College Educated
70.7%
Homeownership
43.5%
Avg Commute
24.2 min
Poverty Rate
6.5%
Median Age
34.9
Community Profile
The community surrounding Laurelwood Elementary has a median household income of $185,632. It is a well-educated community where 71% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $1,623,600, with a median rent of $3,054/month. The local poverty rate of 6.5% is relatively low. The average commute for residents is 24 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 |
|---|---|
| Abraham Lincoln Elementary La Crescenta, CA | 8.3 |
| Almond Elementary Los Altos, CA | 8.3 |
| Barton Hill Elementary San Pedro, CA | 8.3 |
| Baywood Elementary Los Osos, CA | 8.3 |
| Broadway Elementary Venice, CA | 8.3 |
| Buena Terra Elementary Buena Park, CA | 8.3 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Laurelwood Elementary
What grades does Laurelwood Elementary serve?
Laurelwood Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend Laurelwood Elementary?
Laurelwood Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 538 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Laurelwood Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Laurelwood Elementary is 23.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Laurelwood Elementary rank in CA?
Laurelwood Elementary is ranked #924 out of 9,533 schools in CA.
What is Laurelwood Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Laurelwood Elementary has a composite rating of 8.3 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 Laurelwood Elementary?
Based on the most recent state assessment data, Laurelwood Elementary has 84.0% math proficiency and 80.9% reading/ELA proficiency.
Is Laurelwood Elementary a charter school?
No, Laurelwood Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Laurelwood Elementary a Title I school?
No, Laurelwood Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Laurelwood Elementary?
8.6% of students at Laurelwood 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
- Walk Score
- 56 Somewhat Walkable
- Transit Score
- 37 Some Transit
- Bike Score
- 63 Bikeable
- City Safety
- High (2,694/100K)
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 5th
- Enrollment
- 538
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 23.4:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 23
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 8.6%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Midsize City
- County
- Santa Clara County
- Phone
- (408) 423-1600
- Data Year
- 2023–2024
Resources & Links
District
Santa Clara Unified- District Enrollment
- 14,236
- Schools in District
- 30
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $27,283
- District Rank
- #8 of 28
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