Below Average
#8574 of 9,539 schools in CA
Phillips Elementary
Elementary School · Napa Valley Unified
1210 Shetler Ave., Napa, CA 94559
Enrollment
360
Student-Teacher
25.7:1
Score
4.0
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
360
Student-Teacher
25.7:1
Score
4.0
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#8,574 of 9,539
In Napa
#16 of 23
public schools
In district
#20 of 26
Napa Valley Unified
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Phillips Elementary
Elementary School in Napa · grades Kindergarten – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Phillips Elementary
Phillips Elementary is a public elementary school in Napa, CA, part of Napa Valley Unified. Phillips Elementary serves approximately 360 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 25.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Phillips Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.0 out of 10 and ranks #8,574 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Phillips Elementary show 28% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 28% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 4.0 · Below Average
- District avg 5.4
- CA avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
Phillips Elementary runs 25.7:1 students to teachers, above the national average. That often means bigger classes. Ask how the school supports kids who need extra help, and whether there are teaching assistants or small-group time.
38% of students at Phillips Elementary were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.
Score Breakdown
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Phillips Elementary — Students at Phillips Elementary score 20% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 24%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
88.9%
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
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 4.4/10.
How Phillips Elementary Compares
See how Phillips Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
1210 Shetler Ave., Napa, CA 94559
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Phillips Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. BLUE OAK SCHOOL (rated 6.9/10, 1.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Alta Heights Elementary (rated 5.9/10, 1.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Napa Valley Language Academy (rated 5.9/10, 2.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Napa, see our Napa schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.0 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| New Beginnings Napa | 0.3 mi | — |
| Napa County Community Napa | 0.5 mi | 6.1 |
| Silverado Middle Napa | 0.8 mi | 3.4 |
| Stone Bridge Napa | 1.2 mi | 2.5 |
| Alta Heights Elementary Napa | 1.4 mi | 5.9 |
| THE OXBOW SCHOOL Napa | 1.4 mi | 7.1 |
| Shearer Elementary Napa | 1.5 mi | 3.3 |
| BLUE OAK SCHOOL Napa | 1.8 mi | 6.9 |
| New Technology High Napa | 2.0 mi | 6.1 |
| Napa Christian Campus of Education Napa | 2.0 mi | — |
| NAPA CHRISTIAN CAMPUS OF EDUCATION Napa | 2.0 mi | 7.0 |
| HOPPER CREEK MONTESSORI Napa | 2.0 mi | — |
| Napa County Juvenile Hall/Court Napa | 2.0 mi | — |
| Kolbe Academy Napa | 2.4 mi | — |
| Snow Elementary Napa | 2.3 mi | 3.0 |
| McPherson Elementary Napa | 2.7 mi | 2.7 |
| Napa High Napa | 2.6 mi | 5.1 |
| Napa Valley Language Academy Napa | 2.5 mi | 5.9 |
| Valley Oak High Napa | 3.0 mi | 5.0 |
| Napa Valley Independent Studies Napa | 3.0 mi | 6.1 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 94559 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$100,559
Median Home Value
$877,100
Median Rent
$2,044/mo
Population
27,828
College Educated
37.2%
Homeownership
49.9%
Avg Commute
24.9 min
Poverty Rate
8.9%
Median Age
39.1
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Phillips Elementary
What grades does Phillips Elementary serve?
Phillips Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend Phillips Elementary?
Phillips Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 360 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Phillips Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Phillips Elementary is 25.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Phillips Elementary rank in CA?
Phillips Elementary ranks #8,574 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Phillips Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Phillips Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.0 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 Phillips Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Phillips Elementary has 28% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 28% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Phillips Elementary a charter school?
No, Phillips Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Phillips Elementary a Title I school?
No, Phillips Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Phillips Elementary?
88.9% of students at Phillips 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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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 5th
- Enrollment
- 360
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 25.7:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 14
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 88.9%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Small City
- County
- Napa County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 37.5%
- Phone
- (707) 253-3481
Resources & Links
District
Napa Valley Unified- District Enrollment
- 16,116
- Schools in District
- 26
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $14,673
- District Rank
- #20 of 26
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