COSTANO ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

Costano Elementary is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the Ravenswood City Elementary school district, located in East Palo Alto, CA with about 425 students offering grade levels from Kindergarten to 8th Grade. 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 22 teachers, Costano Elementary has a student/teacher ratio of about 19:1. 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.

Costano Elementary School is located in East Palo Alto, California, and operates as part of the Ravenswood City School District. Serving a diverse student population in the heart of Silicon Valley, the school is committed to providing a foundational education that emphasizes academic growth, social-emotional development, and community engagement. As part of a district that serves a historically underserved area, Costano focuses on closing the achievement gap by offering inclusive programming and supportive resources tailored to the specific needs of its students and their families.

The school’s curriculum is designed to foster critical thinking and prepare students for success in middle school and beyond. Through its affiliation with the Ravenswood City School District, Costano benefits from various educational initiatives aimed at equity and student empowerment, often incorporating technology and project-based learning into the classroom. The school maintains a strong partnership with the surrounding East Palo Alto community, working to create a safe, welcoming, and collaborative environment where both students and staff can thrive.

For more information, contact Costano Elementary at (650) 329-2800 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.