Excellent
#780 of 9,533 schools in CA
Top 8% 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
8.4
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
582
Student-Teacher
18.8:1
Score
8.4
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Updated
2022-23
Updated 2022-23
How this school compares
In Menlo Park
#2 of 6
public schools
California elementary schools
#572 of 5,817
In district
#2 of 4
Menlo Park City Elementary
Equity
9.7 / 10
Exceptional
About Oak Knoll Elementary
Oak Knoll Elementary is a public elementary school in Menlo Park, CA, part of the Menlo Park City Elementary. The school serves approximately 582 students in grades Kindergarten – 5th with a student-teacher ratio of 18.8:1. It holds a MySchoolScout rating of 8.4/10, placing it in the 91.8th percentile among CA schools — an above average rating overall.
Students demonstrate 84% proficiency in math, 45 points above the state average and 82% in reading/language arts, 37 points above the state average. The school scores particularly well in school environment (9.4/10). Located in a neighborhood with a median household income of $215,871, where 73% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher.
The school is situated in a large suburban setting.
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: 73%).
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 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: 7.5/10.
How Oak Knoll Elementary Compares
See how Oak Knoll Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Performance Trends
Math proficiency has remained stable from 85% (2019) to 84.08% (2024). Reading/ELA proficiency has declined from 84% (2019) to 81.6% (2024).
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. TRINITY SCHOOL (rated 8.5/10, 1.1 miles away), with a very similar rating. Another option is Las Lomitas Elementary (rated 7.8/10, 1.2 miles away, in nearby Atherton), with a comparable rating. Additionally, PHILLIPS BROOKS SCHOOL (rated 7.6/10, 0.7 miles away), with a comparable rating. 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 | 8.0 |
| La Entrada Middle Menlo Park | 0.6 mi | 9.2 |
| 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 | 7.8 |
| 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
Community Profile
The community surrounding Oak Knoll Elementary has a median household income of $215,871. It is a well-educated community where 73% 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 $3,169/month. The local poverty rate of 4.8% 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 |
| Bagby Elementary San Jose, CA | 8.4 |
| Birney Elementary San Diego, CA | 8.4 |
| Buri Buri Elementary South San Francisco, CA | 8.4 |
| C. B. Eaton Elementary Cupertino, CA | 8.4 |
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 is ranked #780 out of 9,533 schools in CA.
What is Oak Knoll Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Oak Knoll 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 Knoll Elementary?
Based on the most recent state assessment data, Oak Knoll Elementary has 84.1% math proficiency and 82.0% reading/ELA proficiency.
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.
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Neighborhood Context
- Walk Score
- 35 Car-Dependent
- Transit Score
- 16 Minimal Transit
- Bike Score
- 84 Very Bikeable
- City Safety
- High (2,019/100K)
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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
- Phone
- (650) 854-4433
- Data Year
- 2023–2024
Resources & Links
District
Menlo Park City Elementary- District Enrollment
- 2,730
- Schools in District
- 4
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $26,454
- District Rank
- #2 of 4
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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