Excellent
#687 of 9,533 schools in CA
Top 7% in state
Palo Verde Elementary
Elementary School · Palo Alto Unified
3450 Louis Rd., Palo Alto, CA 94303
Enrollment
366
Student-Teacher
19.3:1
Score
8.5
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
366
Student-Teacher
19.3:1
Score
8.5
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Updated
2022-23
Updated 2022-23
How this school compares
In Palo Alto
#9 of 15
public schools
California elementary schools
#510 of 5,817
In district
#11 of 17
Palo Alto Unified
Equity
9.7 / 10
Exceptional
About Palo Verde Elementary
Palo Verde Elementary is a public elementary school in Palo Alto, CA, part of the Palo Alto Unified. The school serves approximately 366 students in grades Kindergarten – 5th with a student-teacher ratio of 19.3:1. It holds a MySchoolScout rating of 8.5/10, placing it in the 92.8th percentile among CA schools — an above average rating overall.
Students demonstrate 84% proficiency in math, 45 points above the state average and 80% in reading/language arts, 35 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 $148,031, where 48% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher.
The school is situated in a small city setting.
Score Breakdown
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Palo Verde Elementary — Students at Palo Verde Elementary score 82% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 71%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
7.9%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)
Based on 12 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: 7.5/10.
How Palo Verde Elementary Compares
See how Palo Verde Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Performance Trends
Math proficiency has declined from 87% (2019) to 84.21% (2024). Reading/ELA proficiency has remained stable from 82% (2019) to 80.58% (2024).
Location
3450 Louis Rd., Palo Alto, CA 94303
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Palo Verde Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Ohlone Elementary (rated 9.3/10, 0.7 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is Herbert Hoover Elementary (rated 9.3/10, 0.8 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Fairmeadow Elementary (rated 8.5/10, 0.6 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Palo Alto, see our Palo Alto schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.1 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| THE GIRLS' MIDDLE SCHOOL Palo Alto | 0.4 mi | 7.5 |
| The Girls' Middle School Palo Alto | 0.4 mi | — |
| Fairmeadow Elementary Palo Alto | 0.6 mi | 8.5 |
| ACHIEVE INC. Palo Alto | 0.7 mi | 8.2 |
| Challenger School - Middlefield Palo Alto | 0.7 mi | — |
| Jane Lathrop Stanford Middle Palo Alto | 0.7 mi | 8.7 |
| The Kehillah School Palo Alto | 0.7 mi | — |
| KEHILLAH JEWISH HIGH SCHOOL Palo Alto | 0.7 mi | 5.9 |
| HEADSUP CHILD DEVELOPMENT CENTER PALO ALTO Palo Alto | 0.8 mi | — |
| EMERSON SCHOOL Palo Alto | 0.8 mi | — |
| Ohlone Elementary Palo Alto | 0.7 mi | 9.3 |
| Herbert Hoover Elementary Palo Alto | 0.8 mi | 9.3 |
| Keys Family Day School Palo Alto | 0.7 mi | — |
| KEYS FAMILY DAY SCHOOL Palo Alto | 0.7 mi | 7.7 |
| MEIRA ACADEMY Palo Alto | 0.8 mi | — |
| Imagination Lab School Palo Alto | 1.0 mi | — |
| IMAGINATION LAB SCHOOL Palo Alto | 1.0 mi | — |
| GROSSMAN ACADEMY Palo Alto | 1.0 mi | — |
| LIVING WIDSOM HIGH SCHOOL Palo Alto | 1.0 mi | — |
| Hope Technology Palo Alto | 1.1 mi | — |
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
Community Profile
The community surrounding Palo Verde Elementary has a median household income of $148,031. It is a well-educated community where 48% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $1,825,000, with a median rent of $2,710/month. The local poverty rate of 6.6% is relatively low. The average commute for residents is 25 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 |
|---|---|
| Aspire Firestone Academy Charter Oakland, CA | 8.5 |
| Birney Tech Academy Pico Rivera, CA | 8.5 |
| Carver Elementary Los Angeles, CA | 8.5 |
| Cloverland Elementary Oakdale, CA | 8.5 |
| College View Elementary Huntington Beach, CA | 8.5 |
| Community Magnet Charter Elementary Los Angeles, CA | 8.5 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Palo Verde Elementary
What grades does Palo Verde Elementary serve?
Palo Verde Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend Palo Verde Elementary?
Palo Verde Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 366 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Palo Verde Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Palo Verde Elementary is 19.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Palo Verde Elementary rank in CA?
Palo Verde Elementary is ranked #687 out of 9,533 schools in CA.
What is Palo Verde Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Palo Verde Elementary has a composite rating of 8.5 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 Palo Verde Elementary?
Based on the most recent state assessment data, Palo Verde Elementary has 84.4% math proficiency and 80.2% reading/ELA proficiency.
Is Palo Verde Elementary a charter school?
No, Palo Verde Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Palo Verde Elementary a Title I school?
No, Palo Verde Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Palo Verde Elementary?
7.9% of students at Palo Verde 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
- 44 Car-Dependent
- Transit Score
- 25 Some Transit
- Bike Score
- 87 Very Bikeable
- City Safety
- High (3,256/100K)
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 5th
- Enrollment
- 366
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 19.3:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 19
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 7.9%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Small City
- County
- Santa Clara County
- Phone
- (650) 856-1672
- Data Year
- 2023–2024
Resources & Links
District
Palo Alto Unified- District Enrollment
- 10,271
- Schools in District
- 19
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $28,533
- District Rank
- #11 of 17
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