Schools in 94301 — Palo Alto, California: 94301 schools aren't just reaching proficiency — they're pushing students beyond it.
94301 has 3 ranked schools in Palo Alto, averaging a Scope Score of 75.7/100 — 30.8 points above the state average of 44.8 (CDE CAASPP 2025). Scores range from 67.1 to 80.3, a 13.2-point spread. 2 schools rank in the 90th percentile or above statewide.
How 94301 schools perform
The top-ranked school is Walter Hays Elementary with a Scope Score of 80 and 58.9% of students exceeding standard.
These schools are pushing students past the bar, not just to it. Schools here average 56.1% exceeding standard — well above the statewide average of 21.3%.
Chronic absenteeism across 94301 averages 13.6%, below the state average of 17.9%. CDE CAASPP 2025.
How 94301 compares to nearby zip codes
| Zip | City | Schools | Avg Score | vs 94301 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 94301 | Palo Alto | 3 | Strong 75.7/100 | — |
| 94303 | East Palo Alto | 11 | Developing 47.5/100 | -28.1 |
| 94306 | Palo Alto | 8 | Strong 78.9/100 | +3.2 |
Source: CDE CAASPP 2025, analyzed by SchoolScope.
School archetypes in 94301
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All schools in 94301
ranked by Scope Score · 2024–25 CAASPP
| # | School | Exceeded | Score |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Walter Hays Elementary Palo Alto Unified High Ceiling | 58.9% | Strong 80/100 |
| 2 | Palo Alto High Palo Alto Unified High Ceiling | 55.0% | Strong 80/100 |
| 3 | Addison Elementary Palo Alto Unified Strong All-Around | 54.4% | Solid 67/100 |
Schools in 94301 on the map
Data source: California Department of Education · CAASPP 2024-25 · Methodology
Scores are SchoolScope's analysis of public data, not official CDE ratings. They represent one way of interpreting test results and should not be the sole basis for school decisions.
Numbers tell you whether students are clearing the bar. A school visit tells you whether they're happy doing it. These metrics are intentionally missing from the Scope Score: class sizes and student-teacher interaction quality; arts, music, athletics, and enrichment programs; teacher experience and turnover; campus safety and social-emotional support; parent and community engagement; quality of special education and gifted programs; how school zones and enrollment boundaries affect access. Full methodology