Serving 260 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Juana Briones 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 85-89% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 20:1 is lower than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 69% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 260 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 69%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 80-84% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 85-89% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 70-79% (Top 5%)
- Attendance Zone: Juana Briones Elementary serves the eastern part of Palo Alto, CA, covering an area of approximately 1 square mile. Most families live within a 5-10 minute drive, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone reaching about 1.5 miles from the school.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Juana Briones 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
Juana Briones Elementary School's student population of 260 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 13 teachers has declined by 13% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
260 students
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
13 teachers
Showing 2014–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Motto
Learning and thriving as an inclusive community every day.
School Rankings
Juana Briones 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 Juana Briones Elementary School is 0.65, 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
#103 out of 9523 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-84%
34%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
85-89%
47%
Showing 2011–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-79%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
20:1
21:1
Showing 2014–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
49%
12%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
8%
56%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
1%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
31%
20%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
10%
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)10%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
9%
54%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
8%
Showing 2013–2025. 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 Juana Briones Elementary School's ranking?
Juana Briones Elementary School is ranked #103 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in California.
What schools are Juana Briones Elementary School often compared to?
Juana Briones Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Barron Park Elementary School, 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 85-89% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Juana Briones Elementary School?
260 students attend Juana Briones Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
49% of Juana Briones Elementary School students are Asian, 31% of students are White, 10% of students are Two or more races, 8% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Juana Briones Elementary School?
Juana Briones Elementary School has a student ration of 20:1, which is lower than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Juana Briones Elementary School offer ?
Juana Briones Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Juana Briones Elementary School part of?
Juana Briones Elementary School is part of Palo Alto Unified School District.
In what neighborhood is Juana Briones Elementary School located?
Juana Briones Elementary School is located in the Green Acres neighborhood of Palo Alto, CA. There are 1 other public schools located in Green Acres.
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