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#8780 of 9,539 schools in CA
Bella Vista Elementary
Elementary School · Oakland Unified
1025 East 28th St., Oakland, CA 94610
Enrollment
379
Student-Teacher
25.3:1
Score
3.8
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
379
Student-Teacher
25.3:1
Score
3.8
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#8,780 of 9,539
In Oakland
#108 of 147
public schools
In district
#54 of 79
Oakland Unified
Equity
7.7 / 10
Very Good
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About Bella Vista Elementary
Bella Vista Elementary is a public elementary school in Oakland, CA, part of Oakland Unified. Bella Vista Elementary serves approximately 379 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 25.3:1 student-teacher ratio. Bella Vista Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.8 out of 10 and ranks #8,780 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Bella Vista Elementary show 50% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 43% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 3.8 · Needs Improvement
- District avg 4.5
- CA avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
Bella Vista Elementary runs 25.3:1 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.
58% of students at Bella Vista 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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Bella Vista Elementary — Students at Bella Vista Elementary score 37% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 24%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
89.2%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)
Based on 32 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: 2.2/10.
How Bella Vista Elementary Compares
See how Bella Vista Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
1025 East 28th St., Oakland, CA 94610
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Bella Vista Elementary 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 Achieve Academy (rated 8.0/10, 1.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Crocker Highlands Elementary (rated 7.4/10, 0.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Oakland, see our Oakland schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.4 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Oakland High Oakland | 0.3 mi | 6.0 |
| Cleveland Elementary Oakland | 0.4 mi | 5.7 |
| Edna Brewer Middle Oakland | 0.5 mi | 8.4 |
| Roosevelt Middle Oakland | 0.7 mi | 6.7 |
| Franklin Elementary Oakland | 0.8 mi | 4.4 |
| Garfield Elementary Oakland | 1.0 mi | 3.5 |
| Zoom_Excel LLC Oakland | 1.0 mi | — |
| Crocker Highlands Elementary Oakland | 0.9 mi | 7.4 |
| Manzanita Community Elementary Oakland | 0.9 mi | 2.1 |
| Manzanita SEED Elementary Oakland | 0.9 mi | 3.7 |
| Community School for Creative Education Oakland | 1.1 mi | 5.2 |
| REDWOOD DAY SCHOOL Oakland | 0.9 mi | 6.9 |
| AIMS College Prep High Oakland | 1.0 mi | 6.0 |
| Agnes Memorial Christian Academy Oakland | 1.2 mi | — |
| Glenview Elementary Oakland | 1.1 mi | 7.3 |
| Wildwood Elementary Piedmont | 1.4 mi | 9.3 |
| Downtown Charter Academy Oakland | 1.4 mi | 9.6 |
| GRAND LAKE MONTESSORI Oakland | 1.3 mi | — |
| Dewey Academy High Oakland | 1.2 mi | 5.5 |
| Achieve Academy Oakland | 1.4 mi | 8.0 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 94610 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$130,435
Median Home Value
$1,324,500
Median Rent
$2,184/mo
Population
32,675
College Educated
73.2%
Homeownership
36.9%
Avg Commute
32.8 min
Poverty Rate
8.9%
Median Age
39.4
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| April Lane Elementary Yuba City, CA | 3.8 |
| August Schilling Elementary Newark, CA | 3.8 |
| Barton Elementary San Bernardino, CA | 3.8 |
| Bradley Elementary Watsonville, CA | 3.8 |
| Brook Hill Elementary Santa Rosa, CA | 3.8 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Bella Vista Elementary
What grades does Bella Vista Elementary serve?
Bella Vista Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend Bella Vista Elementary?
Bella Vista Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 379 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Bella Vista Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Bella Vista Elementary is 25.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Bella Vista Elementary rank in CA?
Bella Vista Elementary ranks #8,780 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Bella Vista Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Bella Vista Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.8 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 Bella Vista Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Bella Vista Elementary has 50% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 43% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Bella Vista Elementary a charter school?
No, Bella Vista Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Bella Vista Elementary a Title I school?
No, Bella Vista Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Bella Vista Elementary?
89.2% of students at Bella Vista 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
- 379
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 25.3:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 15
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 89.2%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Alameda County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 58.0%
- Phone
- (510) 879-2102
Resources & Links
District
Oakland Unified- District Enrollment
- 33,916
- Schools in District
- 82
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $22,181
- District Rank
- #54 of 79
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