Needs Improvement
#8871 of 9,539 schools in CA
Taft Elementary
Elementary School · Redwood City Elementary
903 Tenth Ave., Redwood City, CA 94063
Enrollment
341
Student-Teacher
21.3:1
Score
3.7
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
341
Student-Teacher
21.3:1
Score
3.7
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#8,871 of 9,539
In Redwood City
#30 of 34
public schools
In district
#12 of 12
Redwood City Elementary
School environment
7.1 / 10
Very Good
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Taft Elementary
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About Taft Elementary
Taft Elementary is a public elementary school in Redwood City, CA, part of Redwood City Elementary. Taft Elementary serves approximately 341 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 21.3:1 student-teacher ratio. Taft Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.7 out of 10 and ranks #8,871 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Taft Elementary show 30% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 33% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 3.7 · Needs Improvement
- District avg 6.3
- CA avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
Taft Elementary runs 21.3:1 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.
37% of students at Taft 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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Taft Elementary — Students at Taft Elementary score 16% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 24%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
89.7%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)
Based on 32 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: 2.3/10.
How Taft Elementary Compares
See how Taft Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
903 Tenth Ave., Redwood City, CA 94063
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Taft Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Laurel Elementary (rated 9.7/10, 1.6 miles away, in nearby Atherton), which scores notably higher. Another option is Encinal Elementary (rated 8.9/10, 1.2 miles away, in nearby Atherton), which scores notably higher. Additionally, BEECHWOOD SCHOOL (rated 7.5/10, 1.5 miles away, in nearby Menlo Park), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Redwood City, see our Redwood City schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.7 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Synapse School Menlo Park | 0.4 mi | — |
| Stanford Online High School Redwood City | 0.5 mi | — |
| STANFORD ONLINE HIGH SCHOOL Redwood City | 0.5 mi | 5.7 |
| KIPP Excelencia Community Preparatory Redwood City | 0.6 mi | 3.8 |
| WHERRY ACADEMY Redwood City | 0.7 mi | — |
| Connect Community Charter Redwood City | 0.7 mi | 6.7 |
| Everest Public High Redwood City | 0.7 mi | 4.1 |
| Garfield Elementary Menlo Park | 0.9 mi | 5.7 |
| Summit Preparatory Charter High Redwood City | 1.0 mi | 7.1 |
| Encinal Elementary Atherton | 1.2 mi | 8.9 |
| Tide Academy Redwood City | 1.1 mi | 6.5 |
| Hoover Elementary Redwood City | 1.2 mi | 5.2 |
| HOLY FAMILY SCHOOL Redwood City | 1.2 mi | — |
| Nativity Catholic School K-8 Menlo Park | 1.6 mi | — |
| NATIVITY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Menlo Park | 1.7 mi | 6.1 |
| MENLO SCHOOL Atherton | 1.8 mi | 6.4 |
| Laurel Elementary Atherton | 1.6 mi | 9.7 |
| Menlo Atherton | 1.8 mi | — |
| BEECHWOOD SCHOOL Menlo Park | 1.5 mi | 7.5 |
| Menlo-Atherton High Atherton | 1.7 mi | 8.6 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 94063 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$115,528
Median Home Value
$1,077,100
Median Rent
$2,802/mo
Population
34,695
College Educated
35.1%
Homeownership
31.5%
Avg Commute
22.1 min
Poverty Rate
11.3%
Median Age
33.2
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Taft Elementary
What grades does Taft Elementary serve?
Taft Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend Taft Elementary?
Taft Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 341 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Taft Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Taft Elementary is 21.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Taft Elementary rank in CA?
Taft Elementary ranks #8,871 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Taft Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Taft Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.7 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 Taft Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Taft Elementary has 30% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 33% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Taft Elementary a charter school?
No, Taft Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Taft Elementary a Title I school?
No, Taft Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Taft Elementary?
89.7% of students at Taft 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
- 341
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 21.3:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 16
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 89.7%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Small City
- County
- San Mateo County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 36.7%
- Phone
- (650) 482-2416
Resources & Links
District
Redwood City Elementary- District Enrollment
- 6,332
- Schools in District
- 12
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $20,911
- District Rank
- #12 of 12
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