2020 Best Public Elementary Schools in Santa Clara CountyAbout this List

Duveneck Elementary School

• Palo Alto Unified School District, CA
• K-5

• A+

• 442 Students
• 18:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

Juana Briones Elementary School

• Palo Alto Unified School District, CA
• K-5

• A+

• 319 Students
• 19:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

Palo Verde Elementary School

• Palo Alto Unified School District, CA
• K-5
• 1 review

Parent: I have a 3rd grader at this school. The teachers are caring, well-prepared, and dedicated. The students are eager to learn. The parents are friendly and involved. The staff is dedicated and helpful. The students learn a lot, with, it seems to me, particular focus on reading and writing, particularly on reading comprehension and writing structure. There is also a lot of focus on being good citizens being caring towards others, and anti-bullying messages. There is a lot of art and other extras, as well as a lot of after-school activities. I feel like my daughter is getting a well-rounded school experience. She is above grade in her work, and there is a group of similar kids which the teacher works hard to keep engaged and learning. I have been very happy with every grade of her education at Palo Verde.
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• A+

• 389 Students
• 20:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

Lucille M. Nixon Elementary School

• Palo Alto Unified School District, CA
• K-5
• 1 review

• A+

• 457 Students
• 19:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

Walter Hays Elementary School

• Palo Alto Unified School District, CA
• K-5

• A+

• 428 Students
• 17:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

Herbert Hoover Elementary School

• Palo Alto Unified School District, CA
• K-5

• A+

• 392 Students
• 21:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

Addison Elementary School

• Palo Alto Unified School District, CA
• K-5

• A+

• 437 Students
• 19:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

Ohlone Elementary School

• Palo Alto Unified School District, CA
• K-5
• 1 review

Middle School Student: A different experience from other schools, Ohlone is a very unique place. From combining grades to numerous trips, Ohlone is a very hands on school that has improved my social learning Although the academics could be more strict this is a good school.
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• A+

• 576 Students
• 20:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

Fairmeadow Elementary School

• Palo Alto Unified School District, CA
• K-5
• 3 reviews

Parent: We love Fairmeadow Elementary school at all levels, ecademic balance, diversity, social and emotional growth of our child. Our son is in grade 1 and he loves reading, math, science, soccer and tops it all he loves to play and socialize. Thanks to the administration, teachers & parents to make this school so precious where childrens can thrive. I will end my review with saying “it takes a village to raise a child”
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• A+

• 496 Students
• 21:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

El Carmelo Elementary School

• Palo Alto Unified School District, CA
• K-5
• 1 review

Parent: Both of my children attend El Carmelo, and we absolutely love it. The rigorous academics, the social/emotional awareness with Project Cornerstone, the caring teachers and staff, the engaged parents and PTA. Truly a gem in South Palo Alto!
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• A+

• 359 Students
• 21:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

Escondido Elementary School

• Palo Alto Unified School District, CA
• K-5

• A+

• 535 Students
• 18:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

Lakeside Elementary School

• Public School
• Los Gatos, CA
• K-5
• 3 reviews

Parent: Lakeside Elementary is truly unique, I can't say enough good things about it. It has brought out the best in our children, educating them towards self-confident curious learners and creative problem-solvers.
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• A

• 86 Students
• 17:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

Bullis Charter School

• Public School
• Los Altos, CA
• K-8
• 6 reviews

Parent: Superb.
The school offers great instruction in Math, Science and English. Most kids seem way ahead of syllabus in Math. Kids learn about geography and being environment friendly from an early age.

There are tremendous opportunities for extra curricular activities like Drama, Art, Archery, Lacrosse and cool classes like pottery, comic book writing, reading club, math olympics. The school has a good number of players and fields teams in virtually every sport from basketball, baseball, soccer, etc.

The Bullis community is diverse, friendly and welcoming. Parents choose to be as involved or not-at-all without any expectations.
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• A

• 825 Students
• 24:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

Discovery Charter School

• Public School
• San Jose, CA
• K-8
• 9 reviews

Parent: Discovery is such an amazing school! My son has definitely come out of his shell and has learned so much! This is his 2nd year there and he loves going to school everyday. Most days he wants to stay longer in the extended care program. The kids get exposed to all sorts of different things such as, cooking, gardening, arts and crafts, Operas & the amazing field trips. I love that all teachers have Collece degrees so they are extremely knowledgeable and professional :)
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• A

• 552 Students
• 21:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

Barron Park Elementary School

• Palo Alto Unified School District, CA
• K-5

• A

• 285 Students
• 15:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

Christa McAuliffe Elementary School

• Cupertino Union School District, CA
• K-8

• A

• 506 Students
• 24:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

Oak Avenue Elementary School

• Los Altos Elementary School District, CA
• K-6

• A

• 430 Students
• 24:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

Santa Rita Elementary School

• Los Altos Elementary School District, CA
• K-6

• A

• 541 Students
• 24:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

Foothill Elementary School

• Saratoga Union Elementary School District, CA
• K-5

• A

• 339 Students
• 18:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

Covington Elementary School

• Los Altos Elementary School District, CA
• K-6
• 2 reviews

Parent: Covington provides an excellent education that meets the needs of each individual student. The staff create a positive and challenging learning environment.
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• A

• 561 Students
• 22:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

Springer Elementary School

• Los Altos Elementary School District, CA
• K-6

• A

• 501 Students
• 21:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

Saratoga Elementary School

• Saratoga Union Elementary School District, CA
• K-5

• A

• 336 Students
• 21:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

Loyola Elementary School

• Los Altos Elementary School District, CA
• K-6

• A

• 446 Students
• 22:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

Montclaire Elementary School

• Cupertino Union School District, CA
• K-5

• A

• 458 Students
• 25:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

West Valley Elementary School

• Cupertino Union School District, CA
• K-5

• A

• 591 Students
• 23:1 Student-Teacher Ratio