Serving 282 students in grades Kindergarten-5, El Carmelo 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 75-79% (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 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 19:1 is lower than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 77% 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: 282 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 77%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-69% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
El Carmelo 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
El Carmelo Elementary School's student population of 282 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 15 teachers has declined by 21% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
282 students
Total Classroom Teachers
15 teachers
School Rankings
El Carmelo 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 El Carmelo Elementary School is 0.74, 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
#441 out of 9523 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-69%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
19:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
36%
12%
Hispanic
25%
56%
Black
3%
5%
White
23%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
13%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)19.5%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
18%
54%
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 El Carmelo Elementary School's ranking?
El Carmelo Elementary School is ranked #441 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in California.
What schools are El Carmelo Elementary School often compared to?
El Carmelo Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Palo Verde Elementary School, Fairmeadow Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
75-79% 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 47% CA state average).
How many students attend El Carmelo Elementary School?
282 students attend El Carmelo Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
36% of El Carmelo Elementary School students are Asian, 25% of students are Hispanic, 23% of students are White, 13% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of El Carmelo Elementary School?
El Carmelo Elementary School has a student ration of 19:1, which is lower than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does El Carmelo Elementary School offer ?
El Carmelo Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is El Carmelo Elementary School part of?
El Carmelo Elementary School is part of Palo Alto Unified School District.
In what neighborhood is El Carmelo Elementary School located?
El Carmelo Elementary School is located in the Midtown neighborhood of Palo Alto, CA. There are 1 other public schools located in Midtown.
School Calendar
View the El Carmelo Elementary School yearly calendar below. Note key dates such as:
Event
Date
First Day of School 2026-27 School Year
August 13, 2026 (Thursday)
First Day of Full-Day Kindergarten
October 19, 2026 (Monday)
School Reviews
5 10/10/2025
Found this, graduated a few years ago and I'm currently in high school. Great school, nice teachers, also prepped me a lot for middle school which allowed for me to do well in high school. Although I don't know if the teaching style changed in the time I was gone (heard they got rid of most field trips and aren't doing as fun schoolwork as they did when I was there but take that with a grain of salt, IDK how accurate it is). Many of my best memories were made here though,
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