Serving 408 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Fairmeadow Elementary 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 80-84% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 75-79% (which is higher than the California state average of 49%).
The student:teacher ratio of 19:1 is lower than the California state level of 21:1.
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)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 408 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 70%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 80-84% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Fairmeadow Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Fairmeadow Elementary School's student population of 408 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 21 teachers has declined by 22% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
408 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
21 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Fairmeadow Elementary School ranks within the top 5% of all 3,649 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Fairmeadow Elementary School is 0.69, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.63. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#145 out of 3649 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-84%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
49%
Student : Teacher Ratio
19:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
44%
12%
Hispanic
14%
56%
Black
1%
5%
White
30%
21%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
10%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
10%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (20-21)
1%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Fairmeadow Elementary School's ranking?
Fairmeadow Elementary School is ranked #145 out of 3,649 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in California.
What schools are Fairmeadow Elementary School often compared to?
Fairmeadow Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Herbert Hoover Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
80-84% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 75-79% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% CA state average).
How many students attend Fairmeadow Elementary School?
408 students attend Fairmeadow Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
44% of Fairmeadow Elementary School students are Asian, 30% of students are White, 14% of students are Hispanic, 10% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Fairmeadow Elementary School?
Fairmeadow Elementary School has a student ration of 19:1, which is lower than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Fairmeadow Elementary School offer ?
Fairmeadow Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Fairmeadow Elementary School part of?
Fairmeadow Elementary School is part of Palo Alto Unified School District.
In what neighborhood is Fairmeadow Elementary School located?
Fairmeadow Elementary School is located in the Fairmeadow neighborhood of Palo Alto, CA. There are 2 other public schools located in Fairmeadow.
School Calendar
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Event
Date
Last Day of School, Minimum Day
May 30, 2024 (Thursday)
Minimum day - Last day of school
May 30, 2024 (Thursday)
K-5th grade first day of school
August 15, 2024 (Thursday)
Thanksgiving break - No school
November 25, 2024 (Monday)
Thanksgiving break - No school
November 26, 2024 (Tuesday)
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