Serving 722 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Melrose Leadership Academy ranks in the top 30% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 46% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 52% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 20:1 is lower than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 85% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 722 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 85%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 46% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 52% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Melrose Leadership Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Student Attention
School Overview
Melrose Leadership Academy's student population of 722 students has grown by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 36 teachers has grown by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
Total Students
722 students
Total Classroom Teachers
36 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Melrose Leadership Academy ranks within the top 30% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Melrose Leadership Academy is 0.47, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.63. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#2740 out of 9523 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
46%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
52%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
20:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
12%
Hispanic
71%
56%
Black
4%
5%
White
15%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
9%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
43%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
12%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Melrose Leadership Academy's ranking?
Melrose Leadership Academy is ranked #2740 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in California.
What schools are Melrose Leadership Academy often compared to?
Melrose Leadership Academyis often viewed alongside schools like Manzanita Seed Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
46% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 52% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Melrose Leadership Academy?
722 students attend Melrose Leadership Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
71% of Melrose Leadership Academy students are Hispanic, 15% of students are White, 9% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Melrose Leadership Academy?
Melrose Leadership Academy has a student ration of 20:1, which is lower than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Melrose Leadership Academy offer ?
Melrose Leadership Academy offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8
What school district is Melrose Leadership Academy part of?
Melrose Leadership Academy is part of Oakland Unified School District.
In what neighborhood is Melrose Leadership Academy located?
Melrose Leadership Academy is located in the Maxwell Park neighborhood of Oakland, CA.
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