Ohlone Elementary vs Walter Hays Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in California, United States, 1.8 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Ohlone Elementary
Palo Alto · Public elementary · Grades K–5
464 students
Walter Hays Elementary
Palo Alto · Public elementary · Grades K–5
305 students
| Measure | Ohlone Elementary Palo Alto, California | Walter Hays Elementary Palo Alto, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 82 Top 10% | 82 Top 10% |
| State rank | #158 of 5,693 | #173 of 5,693 |
| National rank | #3797 of 50,301 | #3928 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–5 | Grades K–5 |
| Students | 464 | 305 |
| Enrollment | 464 | 305 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 8.4% | 17% |
| Students per teacher | 22.1 | 21.8 |
| Reading proficiency | 78% | 83% |
| Math proficiency | 83% | 83% |
| city | Palo Alto | Palo Alto |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Both schools have almost identical Success Index (US) scores (82.2 vs 82.0).
- •Walter Hays Elementary does better on reading proficiency (83% vs 78%).
- •Ohlone Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (8.4% vs 17%).
- •Walter Hays Elementary does better on students per teacher (21.8 vs 22.1).
- •Ohlone Elementary is the larger school with 464 students compared with 305.
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 Ohlone Elementary better than Walter Hays Elementary?
The two schools are very close on the Success Index (US). Differences in sector, size, programmes and distance from home will matter more than the score.
How far apart are Ohlone Elementary and Walter Hays Elementary?
About 1.8 km in a straight line, between Palo Alto and Palo Alto in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Ohlone Elementary: 464. Walter Hays Elementary: 305. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Ohlone Elementary and Walter Hays Elementary rank in California?
Ohlone Elementary is 158th of 5,693 and Walter Hays Elementary is 173rd of 5,693 among elementary schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).