Serving 310 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Piedmont Avenue Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 15-19% (which is lower than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35-39% (which is lower than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 22:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 93% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 310 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 22:1
- Minority Enrollment: 93%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 11-19% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Piedmont Avenue Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Piedmont Avenue Elementary School's student population of 310 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 14 teachers has declined by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
310 students
Total Classroom Teachers
14 teachers
Year Founded
1905
School Calendar
School Motto
“Working to ensure academic and social success for every student.”
School Rankings
Piedmont Avenue Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Piedmont Avenue Elementary School is 0.72, which is more 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
#6448 out of 9523 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
11-19%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
22:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
6%
12%
Hispanic
25%
56%
Black
43%
5%
White
7%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
19%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
72%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Panthers
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Piedmont Avenue Elementary School's ranking?
Piedmont Avenue Elementary School is ranked #6448 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in California.
What schools are Piedmont Avenue Elementary School often compared to?
Piedmont Avenue Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Emerson Elementary School, Montclair Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
15-19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 35-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Piedmont Avenue Elementary School?
310 students attend Piedmont Avenue Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
43% of Piedmont Avenue Elementary School students are Black, 25% of students are Hispanic, 19% of students are Two or more races, 7% of students are White, and 6% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Piedmont Avenue Elementary School?
Piedmont Avenue Elementary School has a student ration of 22:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Piedmont Avenue Elementary School offer ?
Piedmont Avenue Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Piedmont Avenue Elementary School part of?
Piedmont Avenue Elementary School is part of Oakland Unified School District.
In what neighborhood is Piedmont Avenue Elementary School located?
Piedmont Avenue Elementary School is located in the Piedmont Avenue neighborhood of Oakland, CA.
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