Serving 996 students in grades 6-8, Jane Lathrop Stanford Middle School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 78% (which is higher than the California state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 83% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is lower than the California state level of 22:1.
Minority enrollment is 73% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the California state average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 996 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 73%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 78% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 83% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 72% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Jane Lathrop Stanford Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Diversity
Student Attention
School Overview
Jane Lathrop Stanford Middle School's student population of 996 students has declined by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 64 teachers has declined by 9% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
996 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
64 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Jane Lathrop Stanford Middle School ranks within the top 5% of all 9,602 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Jane Lathrop Stanford Middle School is 0.69, 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
#254 out of 9602 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
78%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
83%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
72%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
22:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
46%
12%
Hispanic
12%
55%
Black
2%
5%
White
27%
21%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
12%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
9%
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 Jane Lathrop Stanford Middle School's ranking?
Jane Lathrop Stanford Middle School is ranked #254 out of 9,602 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in California.
What schools are Jane Lathrop Stanford Middle School often compared to?
Jane Lathrop Stanford Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Ellen Fletcher Middle School, Frank S. Greene Jr. Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
78% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CA state average), while 83% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Jane Lathrop Stanford Middle School?
996 students attend Jane Lathrop Stanford Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
46% of Jane Lathrop Stanford Middle School students are Asian, 27% of students are White, 12% of students are Hispanic, 12% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Jane Lathrop Stanford Middle School?
Jane Lathrop Stanford Middle School has a student ration of 16:1, which is lower than the California state average of 22:1.
What grades does Jane Lathrop Stanford Middle School offer ?
Jane Lathrop Stanford Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Jane Lathrop Stanford Middle School part of?
Jane Lathrop Stanford Middle School is part of Palo Alto Unified School District.
In what neighborhood is Jane Lathrop Stanford Middle School located?
Jane Lathrop Stanford Middle School is located in the Fairmeadow neighborhood of Palo Alto, CA. There are 2 other public schools located in Fairmeadow.
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