Serving 216 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Sankofa United Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 40-44% (which is higher 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 18:1 is lower than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 83% 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: 216 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 83%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤10% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Sankofa United Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Diversity
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Sankofa United Elementary School's student population of 216 students has grown by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 12 teachers has declined by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
216 students
Total Classroom Teachers
12 teachers
School Rankings
Sankofa United Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Sankofa United Elementary School is 0.73, 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
#4065 out of 9523 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤10%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
6%
12%
Hispanic
21%
56%
Black
42%
5%
White
17%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
14%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
72%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Sankofa United Elementary School's ranking?
Sankofa United Elementary School is ranked #4065 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in California.
What schools are Sankofa United Elementary School often compared to?
Sankofa United Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Chabot Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40-44% 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 Sankofa United Elementary School?
216 students attend Sankofa United Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
42% of Sankofa United Elementary School students are Black, 21% of students are Hispanic, 17% of students are White, 14% of students are Two or more races, and 6% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Sankofa United Elementary School?
Sankofa United Elementary School has a student ration of 18:1, which is lower than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Sankofa United Elementary School offer ?
Sankofa United Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Sankofa United Elementary School part of?
Sankofa United Elementary School is part of Oakland Unified School District.
In what neighborhood is Sankofa United Elementary School located?
Sankofa United Elementary School is located in the Bushrod neighborhood of Oakland, CA.
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