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#30 of 9,539 schools in CA

Top 1% in state

Springer Elementary

Elementary School · Los Altos Elementary

1120 Rose Ave., Mountain View, CA 94040

Enrollment

347

Student-Teacher

20.4:1

Score

9.5

Grades

Kindergarten – 6th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

California schools

#30 of 9,539

In Mountain View

#2 of 14

public schools

In district

#1 of 9

Los Altos Elementary

Equity

9.9 / 10

Excellent

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Springer Elementary

9.5/10

Elementary School in Mountain View · grades Kindergarten – 6th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

Stevenson Elementary

9.6/10

Mountain View, CA. Compare side by side with Springer Elementary before ruling this option in or out.

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5.7/10

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About Springer Elementary

Springer Elementary is a public elementary school in Mountain View, CA, part of Los Altos Elementary. Springer Elementary serves approximately 347 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-6th, and has a 20.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Springer Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 9.5 out of 10 and ranks #30 of 9,539 schools in CA.

Structured state assessment records for Springer Elementary show 90% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 89% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

How it compares0.5 pts above district
  • This school 9.5 · Excellent
  • District avg 9.0
  • CA avg 6.2

What Parents Should Know

Springer Elementary runs 20.4:1 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.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress9.4Excellent50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data12
Annual Change+0.01 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2024
TrendStable
Academics9.8Excellent30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
View breakdown
Math Proficiency93.4% (2024 CAASPP)
Reading/ELA Proficiency88.1% (2024 CAASPP)
Math vs. State Avg+47.7 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+45.3 pts
Overall Proficiency91% (2024 CAASPP, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)72% (model expectation from 2024 CAASPP)
vs. Expected+19.1 pts
Adjusted Percentile97th
Resources & Environment9.5Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio20.4:1
Per-Pupil Spending$23,019
Chronic Absenteeism5.8%

Springer Elementary — Students at Springer Elementary score 91% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 72%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

4.9%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)

Math Proficiency 89.7% (multi-year average, 2009-2024)
School
State
38.4% (2024 CAASPP)
ELA Proficiency 88.9% (multi-year average, 2009-2024)
School
State
45.4% (2024 CAASPP)

Based on 32 test records from CA state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

→ Stable

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
88%
ELA
88%
2010
Math
89%
ELA
92%
2011
Math
90%
ELA
91%
2012
Math
89%
ELA
90%
2014
Math
87%
ELA
89%
2015
Math
88%
ELA
90%
2016
Math
90%
ELA
89%
2017
Math
87%
ELA
88%
2018
Math
85%
ELA
86%
2019
Math
85%
ELA
86%
2022
Math
90.8%
ELA
93.3%
2024
Math
93.4%
ELA
87.9%

Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 9.4/10.

How Springer Elementary Compares

See how Springer Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
9.5/10
100th percentile in CA
Academic
9.8/10
Excellent
Growth
9.4/10
Excellent
Environment
9.5/10
Excellent

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
5%
Teaching Staff
20:1 student-teacher ratio
17 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
5.8%

Location

1120 Rose Ave., Mountain View, CA 94040

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Springer Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Covington Elementary (rated 9.4/10, 0.7 miles away, in nearby Los Altos), with a very similar rating. Another option is Amy Imai Elementary (rated 9.4/10, 1.1 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, Benjamin Bubb Elementary (rated 9.3/10, 0.9 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Mountain View, see our Mountain View schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 1.3 mi
School Distance Rating
ST FRANCIS HIGH SCHOOL Mountain View 0.5 mi 5.7
Pinewood Private–Lower Campus Los Altos 0.6 mi
Loyola Elementary Los Altos 0.8 mi 9.1
VENTANA SCHOOL Los Altos 0.7 mi 7.4
Canterbury Christian School Los Altos 0.8 mi
Ventana School Los Altos 0.7 mi
Covington Elementary Los Altos 0.7 mi 9.4
LOS ALTOS CHRISTIAN SCHOOLS Los Altos Hills 0.9 mi 7.5
Almond Elementary Los Altos 0.9 mi 8.8
Benjamin Bubb Elementary Mountain View 0.9 mi 9.3
Isaac Newton Graham Middle Mountain View 0.9 mi 8.8
ST JOSEPH SCHOOL MOUNTAIN VIEW Mountain View 1.0 mi 7.0
Georgina P. Blach Junior High Los Altos 0.9 mi 8.6
HERITAGE ACADEMY Los Altos 0.9 mi 5.3
MIRAMONTE SCHOOL Los Altos 1.0 mi 7.8
ST PAUL LUTHERAN CHILD DEVELOPMENT CENTER Mountain View 1.2 mi
Los Altos High Los Altos 1.2 mi 9.0
Amy Imai Elementary Mountain View 1.1 mi 9.4
Mariano Castro Elementary Mountain View 1.6 mi 3.6
ST NICHOLAS CATHOLIC SCHOOL Los Altos Hills 1.3 mi 5.7

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 94040 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$184,494

Median Home Value

$2,000,001

Median Rent

$3,017/mo

Population

35,581

College Educated

77.9%

Homeownership

36.2%

Avg Commute

24.5 min

Poverty Rate

5.1%

Median Age

34.9

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Springer Elementary

What grades does Springer Elementary serve?

Springer Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 6th.

How many students attend Springer Elementary?

Springer Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 347 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Springer Elementary?

The student-teacher ratio at Springer Elementary is 20.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Springer Elementary rank in CA?

Springer Elementary ranks #30 of 9,539 schools in CA.

What is Springer Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?

Springer Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 9.5 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 Springer Elementary?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Springer Elementary has 90% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 89% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

Is Springer Elementary a charter school?

No, Springer Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Springer Elementary a Title I school?

No, Springer Elementary is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Springer Elementary?

4.9% of students at Springer 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
55 Somewhat Walkable
Transit Score
25 Some Transit
Bike Score
78 Very Bikeable

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Compare This School

How does Springer Elementary stack up?

Stevenson Elementary
9.6

Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Enrollment
347
Student-Teacher Ratio
20.4:1
Teachers (FTE)
17
Free/Reduced Lunch
4.9%
Type
regular
Setting
Small City
County
Santa Clara County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
5.8%

District

Los Altos Elementary
District Enrollment
3,361
Schools in District
10
Per-Pupil Spending
$23,019
District Rank
#1 of 9

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