For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public elementary schools serving 782 students in Stanford, CA.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in Stanford, CA are Lucille M. Nixon Elementary School and Escondido Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Stanford, CA public elementary schools have an average math proficiency score of 80% (versus the California public elementary school average of 36%), and reading proficiency score of 80% (versus the 46% statewide average). Elementary schools in Stanford have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 5% of California public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 67% of the student body (majority Asian), which is less than the California public elementary school average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public Elementary Schools in Stanford, CA (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Lucille M. Nixon Elementary School
(Math: 85-89% | Reading: 85-89%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 1%10
1711 Stanford Ave.
Stanford, CA 94305
(650) 856-1622
Stanford, CA 94305
(650) 856-1622
Gr: K-5 | 350 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 66%
Rank: #22.
Escondido Elementary School
(Math: 74% | Reading: 74%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
890 Escondido Rd.
Stanford, CA 94305
(650) 856-1337
Stanford, CA 94305
(650) 856-1337
Gr: K-5 | 432 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 66%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in Stanford, CA?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in Stanford, CA include Lucille M. Nixon Elementary School and Escondido Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in Stanford?
2 public elementary schools are located in Stanford.
What is the racial composition of students in Stanford?
Stanford public elementary schools minority enrollment is 67% of the student body (majority Asian), which is less than the California public elementary schools average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
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