Excellent
#159 of 9,539 schools in CA
Top 2% in state
Lucille M. Nixon Elementary
Elementary School · Palo Alto Unified
1711 Stanford Ave., Stanford, CA 94305
Enrollment
354
Student-Teacher
19.7:1
Score
9.2
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
354
Student-Teacher
19.7:1
Score
9.2
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#159 of 9,539
In Stanford
#1 of 2
public schools
In district
#6 of 17
Palo Alto Unified
Equity
9.9 / 10
Excellent
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Lucille M. Nixon Elementary
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About Lucille M. Nixon Elementary
Lucille M. Nixon Elementary is a public elementary school in Stanford, CA, part of Palo Alto Unified. Lucille M.
Nixon Elementary serves approximately 354 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 19.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Lucille M. Nixon Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 9.2 out of 10 and ranks #159 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Lucille M. Nixon Elementary show 87% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 87% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 9.2 · Excellent
- District avg 8.7
- CA avg 6.2
Score Breakdown
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Lucille M. Nixon Elementary — Students at Lucille M. Nixon Elementary score 88% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 72%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
4%
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 Lucille M. Nixon Elementary Compares
See how Lucille M. Nixon Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
1711 Stanford Ave., Stanford, CA 94305
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Lucille M. Nixon Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. BOWMAN SCHOOL (rated 9.3/10, 1.7 miles away, in nearby Palo Alto), with a very similar rating. Another option is Juana Briones Elementary (rated 9.1/10, 1.6 miles away, in nearby Palo Alto), with a very similar rating. Additionally, Barron Park Elementary (rated 8.7/10, 1.0 miles away, in nearby Palo Alto), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Stanford, see our Stanford schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.7 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Escondido Elementary Stanford | 0.5 mi | 8.4 |
| LIVING WISDOM SCHOOL OF PALO ALTO Palo Alto | 1.0 mi | 6.3 |
| Living Wisdom School of Palo Alto Palo Alto | 1.0 mi | — |
| CASA DEI BAMBINI SCHOOL Palo Alto | 1.0 mi | — |
| VR School of AI (Campus 113355) Stanford | 1.0 mi | — |
| Lydian Academy Palo Alto | 1.1 mi | — |
| Barron Park Elementary Palo Alto | 1.0 mi | 8.7 |
| Palo Alto High Palo Alto | 1.6 mi | 8.7 |
| SYNAPSE SCHOOL Palo Alto | 1.6 mi | 8.1 |
| ODYSSEY MONTESSORI Palo Alto | 1.8 mi | — |
| Henry M. Gunn High Palo Alto | 1.5 mi | 9.2 |
| Castilleja School Palo Alto | 1.8 mi | — |
| CASTILLEJA SCHOOL Palo Alto | 1.8 mi | 7.5 |
| GUIDEPOST MONTESSORI Palo Alto | 1.9 mi | — |
| El Carmelo Elementary Palo Alto | 1.6 mi | 7.5 |
| Juana Briones Elementary Palo Alto | 1.6 mi | 9.1 |
| KEYS FAMILY DAY SCHOOL Palo Alto | 1.6 mi | 6.7 |
| Packard Children's Hospital/Stanford Palo Alto | 1.8 mi | — |
| Shalem Palo Alto | 1.6 mi | — |
| BOWMAN SCHOOL Palo Alto | 1.7 mi | 9.3 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 94305 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$72,470
Median Home Value
$2,000,001
Median Rent
$1,937/mo
Population
17,912
College Educated
90.9%
Homeownership
26.6%
Avg Commute
15.4 min
Poverty Rate
17.5%
Median Age
22.6
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Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
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|---|---|
| A. G. Cook Elementary Garden Grove, CA | 9.2 |
| Arroyo San Carlos, CA | 9.2 |
| Barnard Elementary San Diego, CA | 9.2 |
| California Elementary Costa Mesa, CA | 9.2 |
| City Terrace Elementary Los Angeles, CA | 9.2 |
| Del Mar Heights Elementary Del Mar, CA | 9.2 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Lucille M. Nixon Elementary
What grades does Lucille M. Nixon Elementary serve?
Lucille M. Nixon Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend Lucille M. Nixon Elementary?
Lucille M. Nixon Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 354 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Lucille M. Nixon Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Lucille M. Nixon Elementary is 19.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Lucille M. Nixon Elementary rank in CA?
Lucille M. Nixon Elementary ranks #159 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Lucille M. Nixon Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Lucille M. Nixon Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 9.2 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 Lucille M. Nixon Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Lucille M. Nixon Elementary has 87% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 87% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Lucille M. Nixon Elementary a charter school?
No, Lucille M. Nixon Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Lucille M. Nixon Elementary a Title I school?
No, Lucille M. Nixon Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Lucille M. Nixon Elementary?
4.0% of students at Lucille M. Nixon 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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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 5th
- Enrollment
- 354
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 19.7:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 18
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 4.0%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Santa Clara County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 14.1%
- Phone
- (650) 856-1622
Resources & Links
District
Palo Alto Unified- District Enrollment
- 10,271
- Schools in District
- 19
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $28,533
- District Rank
- #6 of 17
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