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Gabriela Mistral Elementary

Mountain View Whisman · Santa Clara County · 505 Escuela Avenue, Mountain View, CA 94040-2006

(650) 526-3575 · mistral.mvwsd.org

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7/10
#1789
Rank 1789 out of 5,722
Top 31%
English Language Arts7/10 · #2217 · 61st percentile
Mathematics7/10 · #2056 · 64th percentile
Science9/10 · #589 · 89th percentile

English Language Arts

Math Trend

Science Trend

School Overview

Gabriela Mistral Elementary sits in Mountain View, one of the Bay Area's most dynamic cities — home to tech companies, a vibrant downtown Castro Street, and a genuinely diverse, international community. The school stands out for its strong science program, which punches well above average and gives kids a head start in a region where STEM curiosity is practically part of the culture. Families who value a multicultural environment and want solid academics without the intense pressure of some neighboring schools will feel right at home here.

Student Demographics

150 students tested · 2024-25 school year

Ethnicity

Hispanic
116 (77%)
White
20 (13%)
Multiple Races
9 (6%)
Asian
5 (3%)

Key Indicators

English Learners77 (51%)
Socioeconomically Disadvantaged83 (55%)
Students with Disabilities22 (15%)

Staff & Teachers(2024-25)

366
Enrollment
19.5
Teachers (FTE)
18.8:1
Student-Staff Ratio
1
Administrators (FTE)
21.1
Avg Class Size*(2023-24)

Community Enrichment Programs

This supplementary score measures the availability of enrichment programs — such as tutoring, music, dance, sports, and arts — within 3 miles of the school. Schools in communities with more diverse and accessible programs score higher.

Nearby Programs10/10 · #352 · 94th percentile

275 programs within 3 miles. Ranked among Elementary Schools in California.

Nearby Libraries

No programs found