B+
Above Average
82/100

Walter Hays Elementary

📚 K – 05 🏫 Elementary
📍 1525 Middlefield Rd., Palo Alto, CA 94301
82
Repit Score
out of 100
295
Students
enrolled
19.8:1
Student:Teacher
ratio
$31K
Per Student
spending

What We Evaluated

👨‍🏫 Class Size 19.8:1 student-teacher ratio
💰 Funding $31,452 per student
🏫 School Type Regular

School Information

Address 1525 Middlefield Rd.
City Palo Alto
ZIP Code 94301
District 0629610
NCES School ID 062961004588
Data Year 2024-25

Community Context for 94301

Understanding the community around Walter Hays Elementary helps evaluate the school environment and neighborhood.

💰 Income & Economy

Median Household Income $217,611
Per Capita Income $139,099
Poverty Rate 2.5%
Households Earning $100K+ 74.0%

🎓 Education Level

Bachelor's Degree or Higher 81.1%
High School or Higher 95.7%

🏠 Housing

Median Home Value $2,000,001
Median Rent $2,868
Owner-Occupied 55.1%
Renter-Occupied 44.9%
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Student Demographics

Enrollment and demographic breakdown for Walter Hays Elementary.

👫 Gender Distribution

Male 56.3%
Female 43.7%

🌎 Race & Ethnicity

Asian 36.6%
White 28.5%
Hispanic/Latino 19.0%
Two or More Races 11.2%
Black 2.4%
Pacific Islander 2.4%

📋 Enrollment Summary

Total Enrollment 295
Teachers (FTE) 14.9
Student:Teacher Ratio 19.8:1

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the Repit School Score for Walter Hays Elementary?
Walter Hays Elementary has a Repit School Score of 82 out of 100, earning a grade of B+. This score evaluates class size (student-teacher ratio), funding levels, and resources rather than just test scores.
How many students attend Walter Hays Elementary?
Walter Hays Elementary has 295 students enrolled for the 2024-25 school year. The student-to-teacher ratio is 19.8:1.
What grades does Walter Hays Elementary serve?
Walter Hays Elementary serves grades K – 05 and is classified as a Elementary. This is a public school.
How much funding does Walter Hays Elementary receive per student?
Walter Hays Elementary receives $31,452 in per-pupil spending from its district. This is above the national average.
🏠 Rental Market Around Walter Hays Elementary in 94301 ▼
Avg Home Value
$4,338,524
Avg Monthly Rent
$4,251
1-Year Change
+8.3%
% Renters
44.9%

Other Schools in 94301

A

Addison Elementary

K – 05 • Elementary
Repit Score 85/100
B+

Palo Alto High

09 – 12 • High School
Repit Score 82/100
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About Repit School Scores

Traditional school ratings rely heavily on standardized test scores, which often reflect family income more than actual school quality. Repit takes a different approach.

We evaluate schools based on factors that research shows actually impact educational outcomes:

  • Class Size — Smaller classes mean more individual attention and better student outcomes.
  • School Funding — Resources available for programs, teachers, and facilities directly affect education quality.
  • School Environment — School size and structure affect available programs and student experience.

Data source: NCES CCD 2024-25 | Last updated: September 2026