Taft Elementary

Taft Elementary serves a working-class pocket of Redwood City, a city that often gets overshadowed by its shinier Peninsula neighbors but has a genuine, diverse community that longtime residents are fiercely proud of. The school's scores reflect the real challenges that come with serving a high-need population, and families here are choosing a school where the work is meaningful but the academic gaps are significant. For families already rooted in this part of Redwood City, Taft may feel like a familiar, neighborhood institution — though those prioritizing strong test performance will want to weigh their options carefully within the district.