Serving 278 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Barron Park Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 60-64% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%). 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 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 73% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 278 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 73%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-49% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Barron Park Elementary serves the eastern part of Palo Alto, CA, covering an area of approximately 1.6 square miles. Families living within this zone can typically expect a 5-10 minute drive to the school, with the furthest edge located about 1.2 miles away.
- 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
School Overview
Barron Park Elementary School's student population of 278 students has grown by 36% over five school years.
The teacher population of 15 teachers has grown by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
278 students
Total Classroom Teachers
15 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Barron Park Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 9,523 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 0.63. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1004 out of 9523 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
19:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
34%
12%
Hispanic
28%
56%
Black
2%
5%
White
27%
20%
Hawaiian
2%
n/a
Two or more races
7%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)16.9%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
28%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
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 #1004 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% 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?
60-64% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% 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?
278 students attend Barron Park Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
34% of Barron Park Elementary School students are Asian, 28% of students are Hispanic, 27% of students are White, 7% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Black, and 2% of students are Hawaiian.
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 21:1.
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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