DUVENECK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL
Duveneck Elementary is a public elementary school that is part of the Palo Alto Unified school district, located in Palo Alto, CA with about 430 students offering grade levels from Kindergarten to 5th Grade. With about 24 teachers, Duveneck Elementary has a student/teacher ratio of about 17:1. 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.
Duveneck Elementary School is a highly-regarded public school located in the Professorville neighborhood of Palo Alto, California, serving students from kindergarten through fifth grade. Part of the Palo Alto Unified School District, the school is known for its strong academic curriculum, dedicated teaching staff, and a deep commitment to fostering a supportive, community-oriented learning environment. It consistently ranks among the top-performing elementary schools in the state, reflecting a rigorous educational approach that balances core subjects like mathematics and literacy with a focus on critical thinking and personal development.
Beyond academics, Duveneck is celebrated for its vibrant and inclusive campus culture, which is heavily supported by an active Parent Teacher Association (PTA). The school emphasizes the "whole child" by offering a variety of enrichment programs, including music, art, and physical education, alongside various extracurricular activities that encourage social-emotional growth. Its historic campus and central location make it a cornerstone of the local community, creating a collaborative atmosphere where parents, teachers, and students work together to ensure a high-quality educational experience.
For more information, contact Duveneck Elementary at (650) 322-5946 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.
Palo Alto, CA 94303-2859
(650) 322-5946
DUVENECK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL is a public school in Palo Alto, CA with about 430 enrolled students. See other public elementary schools in California
School Details
- Level:
- Elementary School
- Charter School:*
- No
- District:
- Palo Alto Unified
- Total Students:
- 430
- Teachers:
- 24.25
- NSLP Status:1
- No
- Qualified free lunch:
- 0
- Qualified reduced-price lunch:
- 0
- Title I Status:2
- Not a Title I school
- Virtual:
- Not Virtual
* A public charter school is a publicly funded school that is typically governed by a group or organization under a legislative contract with the state, the district, or another entity. The charter exempts the school from certain state or local rules and regulations.
1 The National School Lunch Program (NSLP) provides eligible students with free or reduced-price lunch
2 Title I, Part A (Title I) of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families.
School Demographics for 430 students
- White
- 38.4%
- Asian
- 32.6%
- Two or more races
- 15.6%
- Hispanic/Latino
- 11.6%
- Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander
- 1.2%
- Black or African American
- 0.5%
- American Indian or Alaska Native
- 0.2%
- Female
- 45.8%
- Male
- 54.2%
Data for school year 2017-2018 — The information found on this website was provided in part by the U.S. Department of Education, U.S. Census Bureau, the Bureau of Labor and Statistics & various other external sources. We do not verify the contents of the information provided and therefore, cannot guarantee the accuracy of the information displayed on this website.