Serving 658 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Laurel 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 79% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 85% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 18:1 is lower than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 61% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is lower than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 658 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 61%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 79% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 85% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 5%)
- Attendance Zone: Laurel Elementary serves the northeast part of Atherton, CA, covering an area of approximately 1.6 square miles. Families within this zone can typically expect a drive of 5 to 10 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge being about 1.6 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Laurel 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
Laurel Elementary School's student population of 658 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 37 teachers has declined by 15% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
658 students
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
37 teachers
Showing 2014–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
Average Class Size
24 students
School Rankings
Laurel 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 Laurel 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
#203 out of 9523 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
79%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
85%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
21:1
Showing 2014–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
23%
12%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
23%
56%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
1%
5%
Showing 2011–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
39%
20%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
13%
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)9.3%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
12%
54%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
8%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Blue and Green
School Mascot
Eagles
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Laurel Elementary School's ranking?
Laurel Elementary School is ranked #203 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in California.
What schools are Laurel Elementary School often compared to?
Laurel Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Encinal Elementary School, Oak Knoll Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
79% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 85% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Laurel Elementary School?
658 students attend Laurel Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
39% of Laurel Elementary School students are White, 23% of students are Asian, 23% of students are Hispanic, 13% 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 Laurel Elementary School?
Laurel Elementary School has a student ration of 18:1, which is lower than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Laurel Elementary School offer ?
Laurel Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Laurel Elementary School part of?
Laurel Elementary School is part of Menlo Park City Elementary School District.
In what neighborhood is Laurel Elementary School located?
Laurel Elementary School is located in the Lindenwood neighborhood of Atherton, CA.
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