Schools in 94306 — Palo Alto, California
94306 has 8 ranked schools averaging a Scope Score of 81.6 — 37.8 points above the California state average of 43.8. Scores range from 56.3 to 92.0, a 35.7-point spread. 7 schools rank in the 90th percentile or above statewide.
How 94306 schools perform
The top-ranked school is Herbert Hoover Elementary with a Scope Score of 92 and 79.2% of students exceeding standard.
High-ceiling zip code: Schools here average 60.9% exceeding standard — well above the statewide average of 21.6%. These schools aren't just meeting proficiency; they're pushing students beyond it.
Chronic absenteeism across 94306 averages 9.9%, above the state average of 18.1%.
How 94306 compares to nearby zip codes
School archetypes in 94306
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All schools in 94306
| # | School | Exceeded | Score |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Herbert Hoover Elementary Palo Alto Unified High Ceiling | 79.2% | Strong 92/100 |
| 2 | Henry M. Gunn High Palo Alto Unified High Ceiling | 62.9% | Strong 89/100 |
| 3 | Juana Briones Elementary Palo Alto Unified High Ceiling | 65.5% | Strong 88/100 |
| 4 | Fairmeadow Elementary Palo Alto Unified High Ceiling | 65.9% | Strong 88/100 |
| 5 | Jane Lathrop Stanford Middle Palo Alto Unified High Ceiling | 63.5% | Strong 87/100 |
| 6 | Ellen Fletcher Middle Palo Alto Unified High Ceiling | 57.6% | Strong 81/100 |
| 7 | El Carmelo Elementary Palo Alto Unified High Ceiling | 51.6% | Strong 72/100 |
| 8 | Barron Park Elementary Palo Alto Unified Building Momentum | 40.9% | Solid 56/100 |
Schools in 94306 on the map
Data source: California Department of Education · CAASPP 2024-25 · Methodology
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