Excellent
#761 of 9,533 schools in CA
Top 8% in state
Oak Avenue Elementary
Elementary School · Los Altos Elementary
1501 Oak Ave., Los Altos, CA 94024
Enrollment
328
Student-Teacher
20.5:1
Score
8.4
Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Enrollment
328
Student-Teacher
20.5:1
Score
8.4
Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Updated
2022-23
Updated 2022-23
How this school compares
In Los Altos
#5 of 10
public schools
California elementary schools
#557 of 5,817
In district
#6 of 9
Los Altos Elementary
Equity
9.9 / 10
Exceptional
About Oak Avenue Elementary
Oak Avenue Elementary is a public elementary school in Los Altos, CA, part of the Los Altos Elementary. The school serves approximately 328 students in grades Kindergarten – 6th with a student-teacher ratio of 20.5:1. It holds a MySchoolScout rating of 8.4/10, placing it in the 92nd percentile among CA schools — an above average rating overall.
Students demonstrate 92% proficiency in math, 53 points above the state average and 90% in reading/language arts, 44 points above the state average. The school scores particularly well in school environment (8.5/10). Located in a neighborhood with a median household income of $250,001, where 85% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher.
The school is situated in a large suburban setting.
What Parents Should Know
The student-teacher ratio at Oak Avenue Elementary is 20.5:1, 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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Oak Avenue Elementary — Students at Oak Avenue Elementary score 91% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 74%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
3%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)
Based on 12 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: 7.5/10.
How Oak Avenue Elementary Compares
See how Oak Avenue Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Performance Trends
Math proficiency has remained stable from 92% (2019) to 91.79% (2024). Reading/ELA proficiency has declined from 92% (2019) to 89.6% (2024).
Location
1501 Oak Ave., Los Altos, CA 94024
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Oak Avenue Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Cherry Chase Elementary (rated 8.5/10, 1.0 miles away, in nearby Sunnyvale), with a very similar rating. Another option is Loyola Elementary (rated 8.1/10, 1.2 miles away), with a comparable rating. Additionally, Montclaire Elementary (rated 8.0/10, 1.2 miles away), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Los Altos, see our Los Altos schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.6 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Mountain View High Mountain View | 0.3 mi | 9.0 |
| Alta Vista High Mountain View | 0.4 mi | 6.7 |
| GREEN CHINESE SCHOOL Los Altos | 0.6 mi | 3.9 |
| MIRAMONTE SCHOOL Los Altos | 0.7 mi | 7.8 |
| ST SIMON Los Altos | 0.8 mi | 6.0 |
| Saint Simon Parish School Los Altos | 0.8 mi | — |
| Georgina P. Blach Junior High Los Altos | 0.8 mi | 9.3 |
| South Peninsula Hebrew Day School Sunnyvale | 0.9 mi | — |
| SOUTH PENINSULA HEBREW DAY SCHOOL Sunnyvale | 0.9 mi | 7.4 |
| STRATFORD SCHOOL - SUNNYVALE DE ANZA PARK Sunnyvale | 0.9 mi | 6.3 |
| Cherry Chase Elementary Sunnyvale | 1.0 mi | 8.5 |
| Amy Imai Elementary Mountain View | 1.2 mi | 7.3 |
| Montclaire Elementary Los Altos | 1.2 mi | 8.0 |
| VILLA MONTESSORI Sunnyvale | 1.2 mi | — |
| Sunnyvale Middle Sunnyvale | 1.0 mi | 7.6 |
| West Valley Elementary Sunnyvale | 1.2 mi | 6.3 |
| ST FRANCIS HIGH SCHOOL Mountain View | 1.2 mi | 5.7 |
| Cupertino Middle Sunnyvale | 1.4 mi | 8.5 |
| Loyola Elementary Los Altos | 1.2 mi | 8.1 |
| Benjamin Bubb Elementary Mountain View | 1.6 mi | 7.8 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 94024 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$250,001
Median Home Value
$2,000,001
Median Rent
$3,501/mo
Population
23,673
College Educated
85.1%
Homeownership
88.1%
Avg Commute
24.4 min
Poverty Rate
2.8%
Median Age
47.8
Community Profile
The community surrounding Oak Avenue Elementary has a median household income of $250,001. It is a well-educated community where 85% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $2,000,001, with a median rent of $3,501/month. The local poverty rate of 2.8% 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 |
|---|---|
| A. G. Cook Elementary Garden Grove, CA | 8.4 |
| Arthur F. Corey Elementary Buena Park, CA | 8.4 |
| Ballington Academy for the Arts and Sciences San Diego, CA | 8.4 |
| Barbara Benson Elementary Tustin, CA | 8.4 |
| Cleveland Elementary Santa Barbara, CA | 8.4 |
| El Camino Creek Elementary Carlsbad, CA | 8.4 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Oak Avenue Elementary
What grades does Oak Avenue Elementary serve?
Oak Avenue Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 6th.
How many students attend Oak Avenue Elementary?
Oak Avenue Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 328 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Oak Avenue Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Oak Avenue Elementary is 20.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Oak Avenue Elementary rank in CA?
Oak Avenue Elementary is ranked #761 out of 9,533 schools in CA.
What is Oak Avenue Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Oak Avenue Elementary has a composite rating of 8.4 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 Oak Avenue Elementary?
Based on the most recent state assessment data, Oak Avenue Elementary has 91.7% math proficiency and 89.5% reading/ELA proficiency.
Is Oak Avenue Elementary a charter school?
No, Oak Avenue Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Oak Avenue Elementary a Title I school?
No, Oak Avenue Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Oak Avenue Elementary?
3.0% of students at Oak Avenue 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
- 19 Car-Dependent
- Transit Score
- 26 Some Transit
- Bike Score
- 63 Bikeable
- City Safety
- Elevated (1,289/100K)
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 6th
- Enrollment
- 328
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 20.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 16
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 3.0%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Santa Clara County
- Phone
- (650) 237-3900
- Data Year
- 2023–2024
Resources & Links
District
Los Altos Elementary- District Enrollment
- 3,361
- Schools in District
- 10
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $23,019
- District Rank
- #6 of 9
Other Schools in This District
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Every school receives a composite score from 1 to 10 based on four pillars: Academic Performance (50%), Student Growth (20%), Equity (15%), and Learning Environment (15%). Scores are built from publicly available data including standardized test results, enrollment figures, and school climate indicators.
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