Excellent
#227 of 9,539 schools in CA
Top 2% in state
Oak Knoll Elementary
Elementary School · Menlo Park City Elementary
1895 Oak Knoll Ln., Menlo Park, CA 94025
Enrollment
582
Student-Teacher
18.8:1
Score
9.1
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
582
Student-Teacher
18.8:1
Score
9.1
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#227 of 9,539
In Menlo Park
#3 of 6
public schools
In district
#3 of 4
Menlo Park City Elementary
School environment
9.8 / 10
Excellent
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Oak Knoll Elementary
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About Oak Knoll Elementary
Oak Knoll Elementary is a public elementary school in Menlo Park, CA, part of Menlo Park City Elementary. Oak Knoll Elementary serves approximately 582 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 18.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Oak Knoll Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 9.1 out of 10 and ranks #227 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Oak Knoll Elementary show 85% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 84% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 9.1 · Excellent
- District avg 9.2
- CA avg 6.2
Score Breakdown
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Oak Knoll Elementary — Students at Oak Knoll Elementary score 83% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 72%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
4.6%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)
Based on 30 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: 8.6/10.
How Oak Knoll Elementary Compares
See how Oak Knoll Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
1895 Oak Knoll Ln., Menlo Park, CA 94025
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Oak Knoll Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Las Lomitas Elementary (rated 9.2/10, 1.2 miles away, in nearby Atherton), with a very similar rating. Another option is TRINITY SCHOOL (rated 8.5/10, 1.1 miles away), with a comparable rating. Additionally, PHILLIPS BROOKS SCHOOL (rated 7.6/10, 0.7 miles away), a more accessible option. For more schools in Menlo Park, see our Menlo Park schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.2 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Hillview Middle Menlo Park | 0.6 mi | 9.1 |
| La Entrada Middle Menlo Park | 0.6 mi | 9.3 |
| PHILLIPS BROOKS SCHOOL Menlo Park | 0.7 mi | — |
| PHILLIPS BROOKS SCHOOL Menlo Park | 0.7 mi | 7.6 |
| Sand Hill School Palo Alto | 1.0 mi | — |
| Esther B. Clark School Palo Alto Palo Alto | 1.0 mi | — |
| ST RAYMOND ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Menlo Park | 1.1 mi | 7.2 |
| Packard Children's Hospital/Stanford Palo Alto | 1.0 mi | — |
| TRINITY SCHOOL Menlo Park | 1.1 mi | 8.5 |
| SACRED HEART SCHOOLS ATHERTON Atherton | 1.3 mi | 7.5 |
| Sacred Heart Schools, Atherton Atherton | 1.3 mi | — |
| Las Lomitas Elementary Atherton | 1.2 mi | 9.2 |
| LINDAMOOD-BELL LEARNING PROCESSES MENLO PARK Menlo Park | 1.6 mi | — |
| Menlo Atherton | 1.6 mi | — |
| VR School of AI (Campus 113355) Stanford | 1.3 mi | — |
| MENLO SCHOOL Atherton | 1.7 mi | 6.4 |
| MiaPrep Online High School Menlo Park | 1.7 mi | — |
| WOODLAND SCHOOL Portola Valley | 2.0 mi | 7.3 |
| NATIVITY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Menlo Park | 1.9 mi | 6.1 |
| Nativity Catholic School K-8 Menlo Park | 2.2 mi | — |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 94025 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$215,871
Median Home Value
$2,000,001
Median Rent
$3,169/mo
Population
40,230
College Educated
73.2%
Homeownership
59.4%
Avg Commute
24.2 min
Poverty Rate
4.8%
Median Age
38.8
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|---|---|
| Balboa Gifted/High Ability Magnet Elementary Northridge, CA | 9.1 |
| Carl H. Sundahl Elementary Folsom, CA | 9.1 |
| Cherry Chase Elementary Sunnyvale, CA | 9.1 |
| Clover Avenue Elementary Los Angeles, CA | 9.1 |
| Cornell Elementary Albany, CA | 9.1 |
| Demille Elementary Midway City, CA | 9.1 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Oak Knoll Elementary
What grades does Oak Knoll Elementary serve?
Oak Knoll Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend Oak Knoll Elementary?
Oak Knoll Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 582 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Oak Knoll Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Oak Knoll Elementary is 18.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Oak Knoll Elementary rank in CA?
Oak Knoll Elementary ranks #227 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Oak Knoll Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Oak Knoll 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 Oak Knoll Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Oak Knoll Elementary has 85% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 84% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Oak Knoll Elementary a charter school?
No, Oak Knoll Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Oak Knoll Elementary a Title I school?
No, Oak Knoll Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Oak Knoll Elementary?
4.6% of students at Oak Knoll 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
- 582
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 18.8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 31
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 4.6%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- San Mateo County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 6.5%
- Phone
- (650) 854-4433
Resources & Links
District
Menlo Park City Elementary- District Enrollment
- 2,730
- Schools in District
- 4
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $26,454
- District Rank
- #3 of 4
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