Excellent
#1343 of 9,539 schools in CA
Top 14% in state
Amelia Earhart Elementary
Elementary School · Alameda Unified
400 Packet Landing Rd., Alameda, CA 94502
Enrollment
573
Student-Teacher
24.9:1
Score
8.1
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
573
Student-Teacher
24.9:1
Score
8.1
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#1,343 of 9,539
In Alameda
#6 of 18
public schools
In district
#5 of 15
Alameda Unified
Equity
9.5 / 10
Excellent
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About Amelia Earhart Elementary
Amelia Earhart Elementary is a public elementary school in Alameda, CA, part of Alameda Unified. Amelia Earhart Elementary serves approximately 573 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 24.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Amelia Earhart Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.1 out of 10 and ranks #1,343 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Amelia Earhart Elementary show 84% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 81% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 8.1 · Excellent
- District avg 7.5
- CA avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
Amelia Earhart Elementary runs 24.9:1 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.
Score Breakdown
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Amelia Earhart Elementary — Students at Amelia Earhart Elementary score 76% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 65%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
16.2%
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
→ StableAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 7.9/10.
How Amelia Earhart Elementary Compares
See how Amelia Earhart Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
400 Packet Landing Rd., Alameda, CA 94502
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Amelia Earhart Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Frank Otis Elementary (rated 8.1/10, 0.6 miles away), with a very similar rating. Another option is Edison Elementary (rated 7.9/10, 1.4 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, Bay Farm (rated 7.8/10, 0.7 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Alameda, see our Alameda schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.8 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Frank Otis Elementary Alameda | 0.6 mi | 8.1 |
| Lincoln Middle Alameda | 0.6 mi | 8.8 |
| St. Philip Neri Elementary Alameda | 0.9 mi | — |
| ST PHILIP NERI SCHOOL Alameda | 0.9 mi | 6.5 |
| Bay Farm Alameda | 0.7 mi | 7.8 |
| RISING STAR MONTESSORI SCHOOL Alameda | 1.0 mi | — |
| Coastline Christian Schools Alameda | 1.2 mi | — |
| COASTLINE CHRISTIAN SCHOOLS Alameda | 1.2 mi | 5.7 |
| Edison Elementary Alameda | 1.4 mi | 7.9 |
| THE CHILD UNIQUE MONTESSORI SCHOOL Alameda | 1.4 mi | — |
| The Child Unique Montessori School/Montessori Elementary School of Alameda Alameda | 1.4 mi | — |
| Alameda High Alameda | 1.5 mi | 8.2 |
| EnCompass Four Corners School Alameda | 1.7 mi | — |
| Saint Joseph Notre Dame High School Alameda | 1.7 mi | — |
| BAYSIDE MONTESSORI ASSOCIATION Alameda | 1.8 mi | — |
| ST JOSEPH NOTRE DAME HIGH SCHOOL Alameda | 1.7 mi | 6.9 |
| St. Joseph Elementary Alameda | 1.7 mi | — |
| ST JOSEPH ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Alameda | 1.7 mi | 7.6 |
| DA VINCI CENTER FOR GIFTED CHILDREN Alameda | 1.8 mi | — |
| Love Elementary Alameda | 1.8 mi | 6.8 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 94502 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$194,821
Median Home Value
$1,182,600
Median Rent
$3,501/mo
Population
13,359
College Educated
71%
Homeownership
86.9%
Avg Commute
36 min
Poverty Rate
2.6%
Median Age
45.2
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| Ann B. Leavenworth Fresno, CA | 8.1 |
| Armona Elementary Armona, CA | 8.1 |
| Bathgate Elementary Mission Viejo, CA | 8.1 |
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| Bryant Ranch Elementary Yorba Linda, CA | 8.1 |
| Buena Vista Elementary Walnut Creek, CA | 8.1 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Amelia Earhart Elementary
What grades does Amelia Earhart Elementary serve?
Amelia Earhart Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend Amelia Earhart Elementary?
Amelia Earhart Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 573 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Amelia Earhart Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Amelia Earhart Elementary is 24.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Amelia Earhart Elementary rank in CA?
Amelia Earhart Elementary ranks #1,343 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Amelia Earhart Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Amelia Earhart Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.1 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 Amelia Earhart Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Amelia Earhart Elementary has 84% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 81% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Amelia Earhart Elementary a charter school?
No, Amelia Earhart Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Amelia Earhart Elementary a Title I school?
No, Amelia Earhart Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Amelia Earhart Elementary?
16.2% of students at Amelia Earhart 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
- 573
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 24.9:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 23
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 16.2%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Alameda County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 6.8%
- Phone
- (510) 748-4003
Resources & Links
District
Alameda Unified- District Enrollment
- 9,061
- Schools in District
- 16
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $16,957
- District Rank
- #5 of 15
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