ESCONDIDO ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

Escondido Elementary is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the Palo Alto Unified school district, located in Stanford, CA with about 538 students offering grade levels from Kindergarten to 5th Grade. Student demographics can be found below. A Title I school provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families. Its purpose is to provide all children significant opportunity to receive a fair, equitable, and high-quality education. With about 29 teachers, Escondido Elementary has a student/teacher ratio of about 18:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.

Escondido Elementary School is a public elementary school located on the Stanford University campus in Stanford, California. Serving students from transitional kindergarten through fifth grade, the school is uniquely integrated into the university community, often welcoming the children of Stanford faculty, staff, and graduate students. Because of this connection, the school fosters a diverse, intellectually curious environment that reflects the global nature of the university population.

Academically, Escondido is well-regarded for its emphasis on a well-rounded curriculum, which includes a notable focus on project-based learning and social-emotional development. The school benefits from a highly engaged parent community and proximity to university resources, which helps provide students with enriching extracurricular opportunities. With its strong commitment to fostering inclusive and innovative learning experiences, Escondido serves as a central educational hub for families living within the Stanford residential community.

For more information, contact Escondido Elementary at (650) 856-1337 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.