Excellent
#234 of 9,539 schools in CA
Top 2% in state
Ormondale Elementary
Elementary School · Portola Valley Elementary
200 Shawnee Pass, Portola Valley, CA 94028
Enrollment
245
Student-Teacher
17.5:1
Score
9.1
Grades
Kindergarten – 3rd
Enrollment
245
Student-Teacher
17.5:1
Score
9.1
Grades
Kindergarten – 3rd
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#234 of 9,539
In Portola Valley
#2 of 2
public schools
In district
#2 of 2
Portola Valley Elementary
School environment
9.8 / 10
Excellent
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About Ormondale Elementary
Ormondale Elementary is a public elementary school in Portola Valley, CA, part of Portola Valley Elementary. Ormondale Elementary serves approximately 245 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-3rd, and has a 17.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Ormondale Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 9.1 out of 10 and ranks #234 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Ormondale Elementary show 86% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 81% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 9.1 · Excellent
- CA avg 6.2
Score Breakdown
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Ormondale Elementary — Students at Ormondale Elementary score 77% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 71%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
5.3%
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.
* 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 Ormondale Elementary Compares
See how Ormondale Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
200 Shawnee Pass, Portola Valley, CA 94028
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Ormondale Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Las Lomitas Elementary (rated 9.2/10, 4.0 miles away, in nearby Atherton), with a very similar rating. Another option is Lucille M. Nixon Elementary (rated 9.2/10, 4.1 miles away, in nearby Stanford), with a very similar rating. Additionally, Oak Knoll Elementary (rated 9.1/10, 3.8 miles away, in nearby Menlo Park), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Portola Valley, see our Portola Valley schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 4.9 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Woodside Priory Portola Valley | 0.4 mi | — |
| WOODSIDE PRIORY SCHOOL Portola Valley | 0.4 mi | 7.0 |
| Corte Madera Portola Valley | 0.9 mi | 9.4 |
| WOODLAND SCHOOL Portola Valley | 1.9 mi | 7.3 |
| TRINITY SCHOOL Menlo Park | 2.9 mi | 8.5 |
| La Entrada Middle Menlo Park | 3.3 mi | 9.3 |
| PHILLIPS BROOKS SCHOOL Menlo Park | 3.4 mi | 7.6 |
| PHILLIPS BROOKS SCHOOL Menlo Park | 3.4 mi | — |
| Oak Knoll Elementary Menlo Park | 3.8 mi | 9.1 |
| Las Lomitas Elementary Atherton | 4.0 mi | 9.2 |
| Woodside Elementary Woodside | 4.0 mi | 8.9 |
| Hillview Middle Menlo Park | 4.3 mi | 9.1 |
| VR School of AI (Campus 113355) Stanford | 4.0 mi | — |
| Woodside High Woodside | 4.5 mi | 8.0 |
| Lucille M. Nixon Elementary Stanford | 4.1 mi | 9.2 |
| Packard Children's Hospital/Stanford Palo Alto | 4.5 mi | — |
| REDWOODS INTERNATIONAL MONTESSORI HOUSE OF CHLDRN Redwood City | 4.8 mi | — |
| Sand Hill School Palo Alto | 4.6 mi | — |
| Esther B. Clark School Palo Alto Palo Alto | 4.6 mi | — |
| Sacred Heart Schools, Atherton Atherton | 4.9 mi | — |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 94028 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$250,001
Median Home Value
$2,000,001
Median Rent
$3,501/mo
Population
6,645
College Educated
78%
Homeownership
84.6%
Poverty Rate
3.8%
Median Age
56.4
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Bixby Elementary Hacienda Heights, CA | 9.1 |
| Carmel Creek Elementary San Diego, CA | 9.1 |
| Chin (John Yehall) Elementary San Francisco, CA | 9.1 |
| Del Mar Hills Elementary Del Mar, CA | 9.1 |
| Foothill Elementary Saratoga, CA | 9.1 |
| Hidden Valley Elementary San Anselmo, CA | 9.1 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Ormondale Elementary
What grades does Ormondale Elementary serve?
Ormondale Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 3rd.
How many students attend Ormondale Elementary?
Ormondale Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 245 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Ormondale Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Ormondale Elementary is 17.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Ormondale Elementary rank in CA?
Ormondale Elementary ranks #234 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Ormondale Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Ormondale 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 Ormondale Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Ormondale Elementary has 86% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 81% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Ormondale Elementary a charter school?
No, Ormondale Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Ormondale Elementary a Title I school?
No, Ormondale Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Ormondale Elementary?
5.3% of students at Ormondale 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 – 3rd
- Enrollment
- 245
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 17.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 14
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 5.3%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- San Mateo County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 17.1%
- Phone
- (650) 851-1777
Resources & Links
District
Portola Valley Elementary- District Enrollment
- 504
- Schools in District
- 2
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $33,033
- District Rank
- #2 of 2
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