Serving 582 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Oak Knoll 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 80% (which is higher than the California state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 78% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 19:1 is lower than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 40% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 582 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 40%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 80% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 78% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Oak Knoll 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
Student Attention
School Overview
Oak Knoll Elementary School's student population of 582 students has declined by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 31 teachers has declined by 16% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
582 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
31 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Oak Knoll Elementary School ranks within the top 5% of all 9,602 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Oak Knoll Elementary School is 0.59, which is less 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
#372 out of 9602 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
80%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
78%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
19:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
15%
12%
Hispanic
9%
56%
Black
n/a
5%
White
60%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
16%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
4%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Oak Knoll Elementary School's ranking?
Oak Knoll Elementary School is ranked #372 out of 9,602 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in California.
What schools are Oak Knoll Elementary School often compared to?
Oak Knoll Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Encinal Elementary School, Las Lomitas Elementary School, Laurel Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
80% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CA state average), while 78% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Oak Knoll Elementary School?
582 students attend Oak Knoll Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
60% of Oak Knoll Elementary School students are White, 16% of students are Two or more races, 15% of students are Asian, and 9% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Oak Knoll Elementary School?
Oak Knoll Elementary School has a student ration of 19:1, which is lower than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Oak Knoll Elementary School offer ?
Oak Knoll Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Oak Knoll Elementary School part of?
Oak Knoll Elementary School is part of Menlo Park City Elementary School District.
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