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Best 94501 California Public Schools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there are 17 public schools serving 9,635 students in 94501, CA (there are 11 private schools, serving 1,288 private students). 88% of all K-12 students in 94501, CA are educated in public schools (compared to the CA state average of 90%).
The top-ranked public schools in 94501, CA are Alameda Science And Technology Institute, Edison Elementary School and Franklin Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 94501 have an average math proficiency score of 51% (versus the California public school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 64% (versus the 47% statewide average). Schools in 94501, CA have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of California public schools.
Minority enrollment is 73% of the student body (majority Asian), which is less than the California public school average of 80% (majority Hispanic).

Best 94501, CA Public Schools (2026)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Alameda Science And Technology Institute
Alternative School
(Math: 70-79% | Reading: ≥90%)
Rank:
10/
10
Top 5%
555 Ralph Appezzato Memorial P
Alameda, CA 94501
(510) 748-4021
Gr: 9-12 | 211 students Student-teacher ratio: 26:1 Minority enrollment: 82%
Rank: #22.
Edison Elementary School
(Math: 75% | Reading: 74%)
Rank:
10/
10
Top 10%
2700 Buena Vista Ave.
Alameda, CA 94501
(510) 748-4002
Gr: K-5 | 474 students Student-teacher ratio: 25:1 Minority enrollment: 64%
Rank: #33.
Franklin Elementary School
(Math: 65-69% | Reading: 75-79%)
Rank:
10/
10
Top 10%
1433 San Antonio Ave.
Alameda, CA 94501
(510) 748-4004
Gr: K-5 | 291 students Student-teacher ratio: 26:1 Minority enrollment: 59%
Rank: #44.
Lincoln Middle School
(Math: 67% | Reading: 74%)
Rank:
10/
10
Top 10%
1250 Fernside Blvd.
Alameda, CA 94501
(510) 748-4018
Gr: 6-8 | 971 students Student-teacher ratio: 24:1 Minority enrollment: 69%
Rank: #55.
Frank Otis Elementary School
(Math: 67% | Reading: 68%)
Rank:
9/
10
Top 20%
3010 Fillmore St.
Alameda, CA 94501
(510) 748-4013
Gr: K-5 | 569 students Student-teacher ratio: 25:1 Minority enrollment: 60%
Rank: #66.
Alameda High School
(Math: 51% | Reading: 77%)
Rank:
9/
10
Top 20%
2200 Central Ave.
Alameda, CA 94501
(510) 337-7022
Gr: 9-12 | 1,868 students Student-teacher ratio: 24:1 Minority enrollment: 72%
Rank: #77.
William G. Paden Elementary School
(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 60-64%)
Rank:
9/
10
Top 20%
444 Central Ave.
Alameda, CA 94501
(510) 748-4014
Gr: K-5 | 372 students Student-teacher ratio: 23:1 Minority enrollment: 73%
Rank: #88.
Maya Lin
(Math: 50% | Reading: 60%)
Rank:
8/
10
Top 30%
825 Taylor Ave.
Alameda, CA 94501
(510) 748-4007
Gr: K-5 | 475 students Student-teacher ratio: 26:1 Minority enrollment: 65%
Rank: #99.
Alameda Community Learning Center
Charter School
(Math: 45% | Reading: 61%)
Rank:
8/
10
Top 30%
1900 Third St.
Alameda, CA 94501
(510) 995-4300
Gr: 6-12 | 362 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 81%
Rank: #1010.
Encinal Junior/senior High School
(Math: 40% | Reading: 65%)
Rank:
8/
10
Top 30%
210 Central Ave.
Alameda, CA 94501
(510) 748-4023
Gr: 6-12 | 1,280 students Student-teacher ratio: 22:1 Minority enrollment: 73%
Rank: #1111.
The Academy Of Alameda
Charter School
(Math: 46% | Reading: 58%)
Rank:
8/
10
Top 30%
401 Pacific Ave.
Alameda, CA 94501
(510) 748-4017
Gr: K-8 | 638 students Student-teacher ratio: 22:1 Minority enrollment: 86%
Rank: #1212.
Will C. Wood Middle School
(Math: 39% | Reading: 59%)
Rank:
8/
10
Top 30%
1801 Sandcreek Way
Alameda, CA 94501
(510) 748-4015
Gr: 6-8 | 613 students Student-teacher ratio: 21:1 Minority enrollment: 79%
Rank: #1313.
Love Elementary School
(Math: 45% | Reading: 52%)
Rank:
8/
10
Top 30%
2025 Santa Clara Ave.
Alameda, CA 94501
(510) 748-4005
Gr: K-5 | 498 students Student-teacher ratio: 26:1 Minority enrollment: 75%
Rank: #1414.
Ruby Bridges Elementary School
(Math: 36% | Reading: 37%)
Rank:
6/
10
Top 50%
351 Jack London Ave.
Alameda, CA 94501
(510) 748-4006
Gr: K-5 | 458 students Student-teacher ratio: 23:1 Minority enrollment: 85%
Rank: #1515.
Nea Community Learning Center
Charter School
(Math: 25% | Reading: 45%)
Rank:
5/
10
Bottom 50%
1900 Third St.
Alameda, CA 94501
(510) 748-4008
Gr: K-12 | 479 students Student-teacher ratio: 21:1 Minority enrollment: 76%
Rank: #1616.
Island High (Continuation School)
Alternative School
(Math: ≤20% | Reading: ≤20%)
Rank:
2/
10
Bottom 50%
500 Pacific Ave.
Alameda, CA 94501
(510) 748-4024
Gr: 9-12 | 76 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 81%
Rank: n/an/a
Alameda Unified Special Education
2060 Challenger Dr.
Alameda, CA 94501
(510) 337-7000

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public schools in 94501, CA?
How many public schools are located in 94501?
17 public schools are located in 94501.
What percentage of students in 94501 go to public school?
88% of all K-12 students in 94501 are educated in public schools (compared to the CA state average of 90%).
What is the racial composition of students in 94501?
94501 public schools minority enrollment is 73% of the student body (majority Asian), which is less than the California public schools average of 80% (majority Hispanic).

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