For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 2,562 students in 94301, CA (there are 6 private schools, serving 775 private students). 77% of all K-12 students in 94301, CA are educated in public schools (compared to the CA state average of 90%).
The top-ranked public schools in 94301, CA are Palo Alto High School, Addison Elementary School and Walter Hays Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 94301 have an average math proficiency score of 73% (versus the California public school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 81% (versus the 47% statewide average). Schools in 94301, CA have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 5% of California public schools.
Minority enrollment is 69% of the student body (majority Asian), which is less than the California public school average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Best 94301, CA Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Palo Alto High School
(Math: 71% | Reading: 88%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
50 Embarcadero Rd.
Palo Alto, CA 94301
(650) 329-3701
Palo Alto, CA 94301
(650) 329-3701
Gr: 9-12 | 1,891 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 69%
Rank: #22.
Addison Elementary School
(Math: 75-79% | Reading: 75-79%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
650 Addison Ave.
Palo Alto, CA 94301
(650) 322-5935
Palo Alto, CA 94301
(650) 322-5935
Gr: K-5 | 366 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 66%
Rank: #33.
Walter Hays Elementary School
(Math: 70-74% | Reading: 70-74%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
1525 Middlefield Rd.
Palo Alto, CA 94301
(650) 322-5956
Palo Alto, CA 94301
(650) 322-5956
Gr: K-5 | 305 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 77%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 94301, CA?
The top-ranked public schools in 94301, CA include Palo Alto High School, Addison Elementary School and Walter Hays Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 94301?
3 public schools are located in 94301.
What percentage of students in 94301 go to public school?
77% of all K-12 students in 94301 are educated in public schools (compared to the CA state average of 90%).
What is the racial composition of students in 94301?
94301 public schools minority enrollment is 69% of the student body (majority Asian), which is less than the California public schools average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
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