Needs Improvement
#9188 of 9,539 schools in CA
Allendale Elementary
Elementary School · Oakland Unified
3670 Penniman Ave., Oakland, CA 94619
Enrollment
374
Student-Teacher
23.4:1
Score
3.2
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
374
Student-Teacher
23.4:1
Score
3.2
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#9,188 of 9,539
In Oakland
#123 of 147
public schools
In district
#63 of 79
Oakland Unified
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About Allendale Elementary
Allendale Elementary is a public elementary school in Oakland, CA, part of Oakland Unified. Allendale Elementary serves approximately 374 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 23.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Allendale Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.2 out of 10 and ranks #9,188 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Allendale Elementary show 23% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 21% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 3.2 · Needs Improvement
- District avg 4.5
- CA avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
Allendale Elementary runs 23.4:1 students to teachers, above the national average. That often means bigger classes. Ask how the school supports kids who need extra help, and whether there are teaching assistants or small-group time.
76% of students at Allendale Elementary were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.
Score Breakdown
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Allendale Elementary — Students at Allendale Elementary score 17% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 20%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
96.8%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)
Based on 30 test records from CA state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 3.0/10.
How Allendale Elementary Compares
See how Allendale Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
3670 Penniman Ave., Oakland, CA 94619
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Allendale Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Melrose Leadership Academy (rated 8.9/10, 0.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Sequoia Elementary (rated 8.1/10, 1.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Learning Without Limits (rated 5.8/10, 0.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Oakland, see our Oakland schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.0 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| CORNERSTONE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Oakland | 0.4 mi | — |
| Laurel Elementary Oakland | 0.5 mi | 3.4 |
| Melrose Leadership Academy Oakland | 0.7 mi | 8.9 |
| Learning Without Limits Oakland | 0.7 mi | 5.8 |
| SENECA FAMILY OF AGENCIES MAYA ANGELOU ACADEMY Oakland | 0.6 mi | — |
| Seneca Family of Agencies-Maya Angelou Academy Oakland | 0.6 mi | — |
| Bret Harte Middle Oakland | 0.8 mi | 5.0 |
| FRED FINCH-OAKLAND HILLS ACADEMY Oakland | 0.8 mi | — |
| Fred Finch–Oakland Hills Academy Oakland | 0.8 mi | — |
| Fruitvale Elementary Oakland | 0.7 mi | 2.2 |
| Global Family Elementary Oakland | 0.8 mi | 5.3 |
| LIFE Academy Oakland | 0.7 mi | 8.9 |
| United for Success Academy Middle Oakland | 0.7 mi | 6.5 |
| Patten Academy of Christian Education Oakland | 0.8 mi | — |
| Horace Mann Elementary Oakland | 1.0 mi | 2.0 |
| Oakland Charter High Oakland | 0.8 mi | 7.1 |
| PATTEN ACADEMY OF CHRISTIAN EDUCATION Oakland | 0.8 mi | 7.7 |
| Sequoia Elementary Oakland | 1.0 mi | 8.1 |
| Fremont High Oakland | 1.0 mi | 5.4 |
| Oakland Charter Academy Richmond | 1.0 mi | 1.7 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 94619 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$129,879
Median Home Value
$997,300
Median Rent
$2,131/mo
Population
28,044
College Educated
57.3%
Homeownership
66.9%
Avg Commute
35.2 min
Poverty Rate
6.2%
Median Age
37.7
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|---|---|
| Abraham Lincoln Elementary Santa Rosa, CA | 3.2 |
| Alice Birney Elementary Eureka, CA | 3.2 |
| Alice N. Stroud Elementary Modesto, CA | 3.2 |
| Arlington Heights Elementary Citrus Heights, CA | 3.2 |
| Colonial Acres Elementary Hayward, CA | 3.2 |
| Costano Elementary East Palo Alto, CA | 3.2 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Allendale Elementary
What grades does Allendale Elementary serve?
Allendale Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend Allendale Elementary?
Allendale Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 374 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Allendale Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Allendale Elementary is 23.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Allendale Elementary rank in CA?
Allendale Elementary ranks #9,188 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Allendale Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Allendale Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.2 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at Allendale Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Allendale Elementary has 23% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 21% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Allendale Elementary a charter school?
No, Allendale Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Allendale Elementary a Title I school?
No, Allendale Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Allendale Elementary?
96.8% of students at Allendale Elementary qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 5th
- Enrollment
- 374
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 23.4:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 16
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 96.8%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Alameda County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 75.7%
- Phone
- (510) 879-2101
Resources & Links
District
Oakland Unified- District Enrollment
- 33,916
- Schools in District
- 82
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $22,181
- District Rank
- #63 of 79
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