Fairmeadow Elementary

425 Students

Elementary School K - 5th

School Overview

Fairmeadow Elementary School, located in the Midtown neighborhood of Palo Alto, is a highly regarded public school serving students from transitional kindergarten through fifth grade. As part of the Palo Alto Unified School District, the school is known for its strong academic curriculum, dedicated teaching staff, and a vibrant, inclusive community. The campus features modern facilities and outdoor spaces designed to foster both intellectual curiosity and social-emotional growth, reflecting the district’s commitment to providing a comprehensive, high-quality education.

Beyond the classroom, Fairmeadow is celebrated for its active parent involvement and a supportive Parent-Teacher Association (PTA) that enhances the student experience through enrichment programs, community events, and fundraising efforts. The school places a significant emphasis on "The Fairmeadow Way," a set of core values that encourages students to be respectful, responsible, and safe. By balancing rigorous instruction with a focus on character development and student well-being, Fairmeadow consistently maintains its reputation as a cornerstone of the local community.

425

Total Students

21.3

Full-Time Teachers

19.9

Student/Teacher Ratio

12.2%

Free/Reduced Lunch

Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for Fairmeadow Elementary
Demographic	Student Count
White	123
Hispanic	68
Black	2
Asian	204
Two or More	26
Pacific Islander	2

Asian
204 (48.0%)
White
123 (28.9%)
Hispanic
68 (16.0%)
Two or More
26 (6.1%)
Black
2 (0.5%)
Pacific Islander
2 (0.5%)

School Location

School Details

Status:	Open
School Level:	Elementary School
School Type:	Regular School
Charter Status:*	Public Non-Charter
Virtual Instruction:	No virtual instruction
Shared Time Status:	N/A
District:	Palo Alto Unified
Phone:	(650)856-0845
Grade Range:	K - 5th
Total Students:	425
Full-Time Teachers (FTE):	21.3
Pupil/Teacher Ratio:	19.9
NSLP Participation:¹	Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
Qualified Free Lunch:	48
Qualified Reduced Lunch:	4

* Charter Schools: A public charter school is a publicly funded school that operates independently under a legislative contract (or "charter") with a state, school district, or designated authorizing entity. Charters grant these schools greater operational flexibility over curriculum, staffing, and budgeting in exchange for strict accountability to achieve performance standards established in their charter agreement.

¹ National School Lunch Program (NSLP): The National School Lunch Program is a federally assisted meal program operating in public and nonprofit private schools. It provides nutritionally balanced, low-cost or free lunches to eligible children each school day based on household income thresholds or community eligibility options (CEO).

Title I Program Overview: Title I, Part A of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act (ESEA) allocates federal financial assistance to local educational agencies and public schools with high percentages of children from low-income families to help ensure that all children meet challenging state academic standards.

Grades Taught

Kindergarten 102

Grade 1 52

Grade 2 60

Grade 3 69

Grade 4 70

Grade 5 72