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#766 of 1,787 private schools in CA
Top 43% of private schools
Aurora School
Elementary School
40 DULWICH RD, Oakland, CA 94618
Enrollment
90
Student-Teacher
7.6:1
Score
6.5
Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Enrollment
90
Student-Teacher
7.6:1
Score
6.5
Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
California private schools
#766 of 1,787
In Oakland
#12 of 18
public schools
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Aurora School
Elementary School in Oakland · grades Kindergarten – 6th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Aurora School
Aurora School is a private elementary school in Oakland, CA. Aurora School serves approximately 90 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-6th, and has a 7.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Aurora School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.5 out of 10 and ranks #766 of 1,787 private schools in CA.
- This school 6.5 · Average
- CA avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
At 90 students, Aurora School is on the smaller side. That usually buys more individual attention and teachers who know every kid by name, with the trade-off of fewer electives and extracurriculars than a larger school can staff. Ask what activities it actually offers.
At 7.6:1 students to teachers, Aurora School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Aurora School is private, so it runs independently of the local district and sets its own curriculum. That freedom cuts both ways depending on what you want for your child. If you're considering it, start with the practical questions: tuition, financial aid, and how admissions work.
Compare to Public Schools
BetaHow Aurora School compares to 122 public schools serving similar grades in Oakland, CA
Student Demographics
Nearby Elementary Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Aurora School (this school) | 6.5 |
| Hillcrest | 6.9 |
| Kaiser Early Childhood Center | 7.3 |
| Chabot Elementary | 7.5 |
| Thornhill Elementary | 6.3 |
| Claremont Middle | 9.1 |
| Montclair Elementary | 6.1 |
| Piedmont Avenue Elementary | 3.2 |
| Emerson Elementary | 4.7 |
| Peralta Elementary | 6.9 |
| Sankofa United Elementary | 4.4 |
| Crocker Highlands Elementary | 7.4 |
| Montera Middle | 5.9 |
| Joaquin Miller Elementary | 5.4 |
| Home and Hospital Program | — |
| Oakland Military Institute College Preparatory Academy | 7.1 |
| Westlake Middle | 4.3 |
| Glenview Elementary | 7.3 |
| North Oakland Community Charter | 7.9 |
| Edna Brewer Middle | 8.4 |
| Cleveland Elementary | 5.7 |
Showing 20 of 122 schools. View all schools in Oakland
Demographics sourced from NCES Private School Survey (PSS) and Common Core of Data (CCD). Comparisons are based on enrollment-weighted averages.
Score Breakdown
PreliminaryWhat This Rating Measures
This rating reflects classroom size, instructional time, student diversity, community resources, and school characteristics. Private schools are ranked against other private schools in CA.
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Score basis: Private school model
Data coverage: 80% of scoring components had data
Components scored: 4 of 5
Ranking pool: Private schools in CA
Test Scores
Test score data not yet available for this school.
Student Demographics NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)
Location
40 DULWICH RD, Oakland, CA 94618
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Aurora School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Wildwood Elementary (rated 9.3/10, 1.4 miles away, in nearby Piedmont), which scores notably higher. Another option is Havens Elementary (rated 9.0/10, 1.0 miles away, in nearby Piedmont), which scores notably higher. Additionally, ST THERESA SCHOOL (rated 7.7/10, 0.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Oakland, see our Oakland schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.2 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| HOLY NAMES HIGH SCHOOL Oakland | 0.0 mi | 8.6 |
| Holy Names High School Oakland | 0.0 mi | — |
| Hillcrest Oakland | 0.1 mi | 6.9 |
| ST THERESA SCHOOL Oakland | 0.2 mi | 7.7 |
| St. Theresa School Oakland | 0.2 mi | — |
| THE COLLEGE PREPARATORY SCHOOL Oakland | 0.8 mi | 7.9 |
| Kaiser Early Childhood Center Oakland | 0.9 mi | 7.3 |
| Bentley School Oakland | 0.9 mi | — |
| Pear Tree Community School Oakland | 0.9 mi | — |
| Havens Elementary Piedmont | 1.0 mi | 9.0 |
| Chabot Elementary Oakland | 1.0 mi | 7.5 |
| ROCKRIDGE MONTESSORI SCHOOL Oakland | 0.9 mi | — |
| Piedmont High Piedmont | 1.2 mi | 9.3 |
| Millennium High Alternative Piedmont | 1.2 mi | 7.5 |
| Piedmont Middle Piedmont | 1.2 mi | 9.0 |
| Montclair Elementary Oakland | 1.2 mi | 6.1 |
| Wildwood Elementary Piedmont | 1.4 mi | 9.3 |
| Thornhill Elementary Oakland | 1.1 mi | 6.3 |
| Piedmont Avenue Elementary Oakland | 1.2 mi | 3.2 |
| Claremont Middle Oakland | 1.2 mi | 9.1 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 94618 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$205,552
Median Home Value
$1,789,100
Median Rent
$2,742/mo
Population
16,845
College Educated
86.4%
Homeownership
66%
Avg Commute
29.5 min
Poverty Rate
4.3%
Median Age
44
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Aurora School
What grades does Aurora School serve?
Aurora School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 6th.
How many students attend Aurora School?
Aurora School has an enrollment of approximately 90 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Aurora School?
The student-teacher ratio at Aurora School is 7.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Aurora School rank in CA?
Aurora School ranks #766 of 1,787 private schools in CA.
What is Aurora School's MySchoolScout rating?
Aurora School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.5 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Aurora School a private school?
Yes, Aurora School is a private coeducational school with a Nonsectarian affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.
Is Aurora School a religious school?
No, Aurora School is a nonsectarian (non-religious) private school.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 6th
- Enrollment
- 90
- Gender Split
- 46% M / 54% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 7.6:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 12
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Nonsectarian
- School Day
- 6.8 hours
- Days Per Year
- 172 days
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Alameda County
- Phone
- (510) 428-2606
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