Greendell vs Palo Verde Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in California, United States, 1.9 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Greendell
Palo Alto · Public elementary · Grades K–K
26 students
Palo Verde Elementary
Palo Alto · Public elementary · Grades K–5
334 students
| Measure | Greendell Palo Alto, California | Palo Verde Elementary Palo Alto, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 80 Top 25% | 84 Top 10% |
| State rank | – | #78 of 5,693 |
| National rank | – | #2956 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–K | Grades K–5 |
| Students | 26 | 334 |
| Enrollment | 26 | 334 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 11.5% | 12.6% |
| Students per teacher | 13.0 | 19.6 |
| Reading proficiency | – | 82% |
| Math proficiency | – | 87% |
| city | Palo Alto | Palo Alto |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Palo Verde Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (83.9 vs 79.9).
- •Greendell does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (11.5% vs 12.6%).
- •Greendell does better on students per teacher (13.0 vs 19.6).
- •Palo Verde Elementary is the larger school with 334 students compared with 26.
The Success Index (US) summarises published results and context from official data. It does not measure teaching quality or fit. Methodology.
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Frequently asked questions
Is Greendell better than Palo Verde Elementary?
On the Success Index (US), Palo Verde Elementary ranks higher (83.9 vs 79.9 out of 100). The index is built from published results and context data, not from teaching quality or fit, so visit both schools before deciding.
How far apart are Greendell and Palo Verde Elementary?
About 1.9 km in a straight line, between Palo Alto and Palo Alto in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Greendell: 26. Palo Verde Elementary: 334. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Greendell and Palo Verde Elementary rank in California?
Greendell is unranked and Palo Verde Elementary is 78th of 5,693 among elementary schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).