Serving 211 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Barron Park Elementary School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 65-69% (which is higher than the California state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 70-74% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 19:1 is lower than the California state level of 22:1.
Minority enrollment is 70% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the California state average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 211 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 70%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-49% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Barron Park Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Diversity
Community Size
School Overview
Barron Park Elementary School's student population of 211 students has declined by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 11 teachers has declined by 31% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
211 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
11 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Barron Park Elementary School ranks within the top 10% of all 9,602 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Barron Park Elementary School is 0.73, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.64. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#879 out of 9602 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
19:1
22:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
32%
12%
Hispanic
28%
55%
Black
n/a
5%
White
30%
21%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
10%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
23%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Barron Park Elementary School's ranking?
Barron Park Elementary School is ranked #879 out of 9,602 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in California.
What schools are Barron Park Elementary School often compared to?
Barron Park Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Juana Briones Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
65-69% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CA state average), while 70-74% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Barron Park Elementary School?
211 students attend Barron Park Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
32% of Barron Park Elementary School students are Asian, 30% of students are White, 28% of students are Hispanic, and 10% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Barron Park Elementary School?
Barron Park Elementary School has a student ration of 19:1, which is lower than the California state average of 22:1.
What grades does Barron Park Elementary School offer ?
Barron Park Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Barron Park Elementary School part of?
Barron Park Elementary School is part of Palo Alto Unified School District.
In what neighborhood is Barron Park Elementary School located?
Barron Park Elementary School is located in the Barron Park neighborhood of Palo Alto, CA.
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