Excellent
#142 of 9,539 schools in CA
Top 2% 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
9.2
Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Enrollment
328
Student-Teacher
20.5:1
Score
9.2
Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#142 of 9,539
In Los Altos
#4 of 10
public schools
In district
#5 of 9
Los Altos Elementary
Equity
9.9 / 10
Excellent
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About Oak Avenue Elementary
Oak Avenue Elementary is a public elementary school in Los Altos, CA, part of Los Altos Elementary. Oak Avenue Elementary serves approximately 328 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-6th, and has a 20.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Oak Avenue Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 9.2 out of 10 and ranks #142 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Oak Avenue Elementary show 92% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 92% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 9.2 · Excellent
- District avg 9.0
- CA avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
Oak Avenue Elementary runs 20.5:1 students to teachers, above the national average. That often means bigger classes. Ask how the school supports kids who need extra help, and whether there are teaching assistants or small-group time.
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: 73%).
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 32 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: 8.8/10.
How Oak Avenue Elementary Compares
See how Oak Avenue Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
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. Amy Imai Elementary (rated 9.4/10, 1.2 miles away, in nearby Mountain View), with a very similar rating. Another option is Benjamin Bubb Elementary (rated 9.3/10, 1.6 miles away, in nearby Mountain View), with a very similar rating. Additionally, Cherry Chase Elementary (rated 9.1/10, 1.0 miles away, in nearby Sunnyvale), with a very similar 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 | 9.3 |
| Alta Vista High Mountain View | 0.4 mi | 5.8 |
| 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 | 8.6 |
| 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 | 9.1 |
| Amy Imai Elementary Mountain View | 1.2 mi | 9.4 |
| Montclaire Elementary Los Altos | 1.2 mi | 8.7 |
| VILLA MONTESSORI Sunnyvale | 1.2 mi | — |
| Sunnyvale Middle Sunnyvale | 1.0 mi | 8.8 |
| West Valley Elementary Sunnyvale | 1.2 mi | 8.0 |
| ST FRANCIS HIGH SCHOOL Mountain View | 1.2 mi | 5.7 |
| Cupertino Middle Sunnyvale | 1.4 mi | 9.3 |
| Loyola Elementary Los Altos | 1.2 mi | 9.1 |
| Benjamin Bubb Elementary Mountain View | 1.6 mi | 9.3 |
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
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| A. G. Cook Elementary Garden Grove, CA | 9.2 |
| Arroyo San Carlos, 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 |
| El Morro Elementary Laguna Beach, CA | 9.2 |
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 ranks #142 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Oak Avenue Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Oak Avenue 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 Oak Avenue Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Oak Avenue Elementary has 92% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 92% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
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.
Neighborhood Context
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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
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 5.5%
- Phone
- (650) 237-3900
Resources & Links
District
Los Altos Elementary- District Enrollment
- 3,361
- Schools in District
- 10
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $23,019
- District Rank
- #5 of 9
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