Excellent
#103 of 9,539 schools in CA
Top 1% in state
Ohlone Elementary
Elementary School · Palo Alto Unified
950 Amarillo Ave., Palo Alto, CA 94303
Enrollment
448
Student-Teacher
19.5:1
Score
9.3
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
448
Student-Teacher
19.5:1
Score
9.3
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#103 of 9,539
In Palo Alto
#3 of 15
public schools
In district
#3 of 17
Palo Alto Unified
Equity
9.8 / 10
Excellent
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About Ohlone Elementary
Ohlone Elementary is a public elementary school in Palo Alto, CA, part of Palo Alto Unified. Ohlone Elementary serves approximately 448 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 19.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Ohlone Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 9.3 out of 10 and ranks #103 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Ohlone Elementary show 83% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 84% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 9.3 · Excellent
- District avg 8.7
- CA avg 6.2
Score Breakdown
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Ohlone Elementary — Students at Ohlone Elementary score 84% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 70%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
7.4%
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: 8.9/10.
How Ohlone Elementary Compares
See how Ohlone Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
950 Amarillo Ave., Palo Alto, CA 94303
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Ohlone Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Palo Verde Elementary (rated 9.0/10, 0.7 miles away), with a comparable rating. Another option is Fairmeadow Elementary (rated 8.9/10, 1.2 miles away), with a comparable rating. Additionally, Duveneck Elementary (rated 8.6/10, 1.0 miles away), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Palo Alto, see our Palo Alto schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.2 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| HEADSUP CHILD DEVELOPMENT CENTER PALO ALTO Palo Alto | 0.4 mi | — |
| EMERSON SCHOOL Palo Alto | 0.4 mi | — |
| STRATFORD SCHOOL - PALO ALTO Palo Alto | 0.5 mi | 7.3 |
| KEYS FAMILY DAY SCHOOL Palo Alto | 0.6 mi | 7.7 |
| Keys Family Day School Palo Alto | 0.6 mi | — |
| Hope Technology Palo Alto | 0.6 mi | — |
| HOPE TECHNOLOGY SCHOOL Palo Alto | 0.7 mi | 7.8 |
| CORNERSTONE LEARNING FOUNDATION Palo Alto | 0.6 mi | 5.7 |
| Frank S. Greene Jr. Middle Palo Alto | 0.6 mi | 9.2 |
| Fusion Academy Palo Alto Palo Alto | 0.8 mi | — |
| FUSION ACADEMY - PALO ALTO Palo Alto | 0.8 mi | 6.4 |
| Palo Verde Elementary Palo Alto | 0.7 mi | 9.0 |
| SILICON VALLEY INTERNATIONAL SCHOOL Palo Alto | 0.9 mi | 7.4 |
| Silicon Valley International School Palo Alto | 0.9 mi | — |
| THE GIRLS' MIDDLE SCHOOL Palo Alto | 0.8 mi | 7.6 |
| The Girls' Middle School Palo Alto | 0.8 mi | — |
| El Carmelo Elementary Palo Alto | 1.0 mi | 7.5 |
| Duveneck Elementary Palo Alto | 1.0 mi | 8.6 |
| SYNAPSE SCHOOL Palo Alto | 1.0 mi | 8.1 |
| Fairmeadow Elementary Palo Alto | 1.2 mi | 8.9 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 94303 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$148,031
Median Home Value
$1,825,000
Median Rent
$2,710/mo
Population
47,123
College Educated
48.4%
Homeownership
57%
Avg Commute
24.7 min
Poverty Rate
6.6%
Median Age
38.1
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Banyan Elementary Newbury Park, CA | 9.3 |
| Benjamin Bubb Elementary Mountain View, CA | 9.3 |
| Berkeley Arts Magnet at Whittier Berkeley, CA | 9.3 |
| Carmel Del Mar Elementary San Diego, CA | 9.3 |
| Chinese Immersion School at DeAvila San Francisco, CA | 9.3 |
| Cove Corte Madera, CA | 9.3 |
Compare Ohlone Elementary with similar schools nearby
Side-by-side ratings, test scores, and demographics for the schools parents most often weigh against this one.
- CompareOhlone Elementary vs Juana Briones ElementaryPalo Alto, CA Peer score 9.1/10 -0.2 vs Ohlone Elementary
- CompareOhlone Elementary vs Herbert Hoover ElementaryPalo Alto, CA Peer score 9.2/10 -0.1 vs Ohlone Elementary
- CompareOhlone Elementary vs Duveneck ElementaryPalo Alto, CA Peer score 8.6/10 -0.7 vs Ohlone Elementary
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Ohlone Elementary
What grades does Ohlone Elementary serve?
Ohlone Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend Ohlone Elementary?
Ohlone Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 448 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Ohlone Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Ohlone Elementary is 19.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Ohlone Elementary rank in CA?
Ohlone Elementary ranks #103 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Ohlone Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Ohlone Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 9.3 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 Ohlone Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Ohlone Elementary has 83% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 84% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Ohlone Elementary a charter school?
No, Ohlone Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Ohlone Elementary a Title I school?
No, Ohlone Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Ohlone Elementary?
7.4% of students at Ohlone 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
- 448
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 19.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 23
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 7.4%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Small City
- County
- Santa Clara County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 13.4%
- Phone
- (650) 856-1726
Resources & Links
District
Palo Alto Unified- District Enrollment
- 10,271
- Schools in District
- 19
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $28,533
- District Rank
- #3 of 17
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