Serving 604 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Encinal 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 76% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 80% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is lower than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 64% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 604 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 64%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 76% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 80% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 10%)
- Attendance Zone: Encinal Elementary serves a central area in Atherton, CA, encompassing approximately 4.4 square miles. Families within this zone can typically expect a 5-10 minute drive to the school, with the furthest boundary located about 2.3 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Encinal 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
Encinal Elementary School's student population of 604 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 39 teachers has declined by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
604 students
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
39 teachers
Showing 2014–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Encinal 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 Encinal 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
#414 out of 9523 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
76%
34%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
80%
47%
Showing 2011–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
21:1
Showing 2014–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
18%
12%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
29%
56%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
1%
5%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
36%
20%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
15%
6%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)12.1%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
15%
54%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
8%
Showing 2010–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Encinal Elementary School's ranking?
Encinal Elementary School is ranked #414 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in California.
What schools are Encinal Elementary School often compared to?
Encinal Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Oak Knoll Elementary School, Laurel Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
76% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 80% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Encinal Elementary School?
604 students attend Encinal Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
36% of Encinal Elementary School students are White, 29% of students are Hispanic, 18% of students are Asian, 15% 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 Encinal Elementary School?
Encinal Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is lower than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Encinal Elementary School offer ?
Encinal Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Encinal Elementary School part of?
Encinal Elementary School is part of Menlo Park City Elementary School District.
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