Serving 376 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Duveneck Elementary School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 1%, and reading proficiency is top 1%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 85-89% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 80-84% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 21:1 is equal to the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 80% of the student body (majority Asian), which is equal to the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 376 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 21:1
- Minority Enrollment: 80%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 85-89% (Top 1%)
- Reading Proficiency: 80-84% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 1%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Duveneck Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Duveneck Elementary School's student population of 376 students has grown by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 18 teachers has declined by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
376 students
Total Classroom Teachers
18 teachers
School Rankings
Duveneck Elementary School ranks within the top 5% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Duveneck Elementary School is 0.72, 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
#156 out of 9523 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
85-89%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-84%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
21:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
44%
12%
Hispanic
20%
56%
Black
2%
5%
White
20%
20%
Hawaiian
2%
n/a
Two or more races
12%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)23.4%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
12%
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 Duveneck Elementary School's ranking?
Duveneck Elementary School is ranked #156 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in California.
What schools are Duveneck Elementary School often compared to?
Duveneck Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Walter Hays Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
85-89% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 80-84% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Duveneck Elementary School?
376 students attend Duveneck Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
44% of Duveneck Elementary School students are Asian, 20% of students are Hispanic, 20% of students are White, 12% 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 Duveneck Elementary School?
Duveneck Elementary School has a student ration of 21:1, which is equal to the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Duveneck Elementary School offer ?
Duveneck Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Duveneck Elementary School part of?
Duveneck Elementary School is part of Palo Alto Unified School District.
In what neighborhood is Duveneck Elementary School located?
Duveneck Elementary School is located in the Duveneck And St Francis neighborhood of Palo Alto, CA.
School Calendar
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Event
Date
First Day of School - All Students Start at 8:05 am
August 13, 2026 (Thursday)
First Day of School Assembly & Coffee
August 13, 2026 (Thursday)
No School-Thanksgiving Break
November 23, 2026 (Monday)
No School-Thanksgiving Break
November 24, 2026 (Tuesday)
No School-Thanksgiving Break
November 25, 2026 (Wednesday)
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