Level 2 Independent

Almond Elementary School

550 Almond Ave, Los Altos, CA 94022

Max power: Up to 7.2 kW; Level 2
Charging ports: 18; J1772
Price: Price not listed; Per network listing
Hours: See hours; Open to public outside of school hours; limited hours

Almond Elementary School is a Level 2 station run by Independent at 550 Almond Ave in Los Altos, CA. It has 18 charging ports with J1772 connectors and delivers up to 7.2 kw. Pricing is set by the network app.

How long will charging take?

Range added per hour

~24mi

10% to 80%, 77 kWh battery

~8.3hours

Estimates for a typical long-range EV. Real times depend on your car's maximum charging rate, battery temperature, state of charge and whether power is shared between neighbouring stalls. How charging speed works

Connectors and compatibility

J1772

18 ports · 7 kW

The universal Level 2 AC plug in North America.

Works with: Every non-Tesla EV and plug-in hybrid. Teslas charge with the J1772 adapter that ships with the car.

Pricing

Price not listed

Prices can vary by time of day and membership. The Independent app shows the live rate before you start.

Location and access

Address: 550 Almond Ave
Los Altos, CA 94022
Coordinates: 37.38478, -122.10123
Hours: Open to public outside of school hours; limited hours
Phone: 650-369-3392

Questions drivers ask

How fast is Almond Elementary School?

It is a Level 2 station delivering up to 7 kW, which adds roughly 24 miles of range per hour. It suits charging while you shop, work or stay overnight rather than a quick road-trip stop.

How much does it cost to charge at Almond Elementary School?

Independent has not published a fixed price for this site. Rates are shown in the Independent app or on the charger screen before you start a session.

What plugs does Almond Elementary School have?

18 × J1772 (Type 1) up to 7 kW.

Is Almond Elementary School open 24/7?

Listed hours: Open to public outside of school hours; limited hours.

Source: U.S. Department of Energy Alternative Fuels Data Center (AFDC), station ID 154654. Last confirmed by the network on Jan 13, 2026; opened Mar 20, 2020.