Excellent
#314 of 9,539 schools in CA
Top 3% 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
9.0
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
366
Student-Teacher
19.3:1
Score
9.0
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#314 of 9,539
In Palo Alto
#8 of 15
public schools
In district
#9 of 17
Palo Alto Unified
Equity
9.7 / 10
Excellent
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Palo Verde Elementary
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About Palo Verde Elementary
Palo Verde Elementary is a public elementary school in Palo Alto, CA, part of Palo Alto Unified. Palo Verde Elementary serves approximately 366 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 19.3:1 student-teacher ratio. Palo Verde Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 9.0 out of 10 and ranks #314 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Palo Verde Elementary show 86% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 82% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 9.0 · Excellent
- District avg 8.7
- CA avg 6.2
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: 70%).
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 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: 8.4/10.
How Palo Verde Elementary Compares
See how Palo Verde Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
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 9.2/10, 0.8 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, Fairmeadow Elementary (rated 8.9/10, 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 | 7.6 |
| The Girls' Middle School Palo Alto | 0.4 mi | — |
| Fairmeadow Elementary Palo Alto | 0.6 mi | 8.9 |
| 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 | 9.4 |
| 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 | 9.2 |
| 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
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| Canyon Charter Elementary Santa Monica, CA | 9.0 |
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| Castille Elementary Mission Viejo, CA | 9.0 |
| Cowan Avenue Elementary Los Angeles, CA | 9.0 |
| Dahlia Heights Elementary Los Angeles, CA | 9.0 |
| E. M. Grimmer Elementary Fremont, CA | 9.0 |
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 ranks #314 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Palo Verde Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Palo Verde Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 9.0 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 Palo Verde Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Palo Verde Elementary has 86% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 82% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
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.
Neighborhood Context
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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
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 19.7%
- Phone
- (650) 856-1672
Resources & Links
District
Palo Alto Unified- District Enrollment
- 10,271
- Schools in District
- 19
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $28,533
- District Rank
- #9 of 17
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