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#9492 of 9,539 schools in CA
Bridges @ Melrose Academy Elementary
Elementary School · Oakland Unified
1325 53rd Ave., Oakland, CA 94601
Enrollment
423
Student-Teacher
23.5:1
Score
2.3
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
423
Student-Teacher
23.5:1
Score
2.3
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#9,492 of 9,539
In Oakland
#139 of 147
public schools
In district
#75 of 79
Oakland Unified
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Bridges @ Melrose Academy Elementary
Elementary School in Oakland · grades Kindergarten – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Bridges @ Melrose Academy Elementary
Bridges @ Melrose Academy Elementary is a public elementary school in Oakland, CA, part of Oakland Unified. Bridges @ Melrose Academy Elementary serves approximately 423 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 23.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Bridges @ Melrose Academy Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 2.3 out of 10 and ranks #9,492 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Bridges @ Melrose Academy Elementary show 21% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 16% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 2.3 · Needs Improvement
- District avg 4.5
- CA avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
Bridges @ Melrose Academy Elementary runs 23.5:1 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.
70% of students at Bridges @ Melrose Academy 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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Bridges @ Melrose Academy Elementary — Students at Bridges @ Melrose Academy Elementary score 8% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 18%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
99.8%
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: 2.0/10.
How Bridges @ Melrose Academy Elementary Compares
See how Bridges @ Melrose Academy Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
1325 53rd Ave., Oakland, CA 94601
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Bridges @ Melrose Academy Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Melrose Leadership Academy (rated 8.9/10, 1.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is ASCEND (rated 6.9/10, 0.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Learning Without Limits (rated 5.8/10, 0.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Oakland, see our Oakland schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.3 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Fremont High Oakland | 0.5 mi | 5.4 |
| Horace Mann Elementary Oakland | 0.5 mi | 2.0 |
| Muhammad University Oakland | 0.5 mi | — |
| Oakland Charter Academy Richmond | 0.6 mi | 1.7 |
| Aspire Golden State College Preparatory Academy Oakland | 0.7 mi | 5.2 |
| Alternatives in Action Oakland | 0.7 mi | 6.7 |
| Greenleaf Oakland | 0.7 mi | 2.7 |
| Global Family Elementary Oakland | 0.9 mi | 5.3 |
| Learning Without Limits Oakland | 0.9 mi | 5.8 |
| ASCEND Oakland | 0.8 mi | 6.9 |
| Aurum Preparatory Academy Oakland | 0.9 mi | 7.5 |
| Coliseum College Prep Academy Oakland | 0.9 mi | 7.1 |
| Melrose Leadership Academy Oakland | 1.1 mi | 8.9 |
| Lockwood STEAM Academy Elementary Oakland | 1.0 mi | 3.4 |
| Oakland Unity Middle Oakland | 1.1 mi | 7.6 |
| CRISTO REY DE LA SALLE EAST BAY HIGH SCHOOL Oakland | 1.1 mi | 4.5 |
| Cristo Rey De La Salle East Bay High School Oakland | 1.1 mi | — |
| ARISE High Oakland | 1.1 mi | 8.1 |
| LIFE Academy Oakland | 1.3 mi | 8.9 |
| United for Success Academy Middle Oakland | 1.3 mi | 6.5 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 94601 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$66,651
Median Home Value
$703,100
Median Rent
$1,651/mo
Population
52,289
College Educated
24%
Homeownership
34.5%
Avg Commute
28.7 min
Poverty Rate
17.5%
Median Age
35.5
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Bridges @ Melrose Academy Elementary
What grades does Bridges @ Melrose Academy Elementary serve?
Bridges @ Melrose Academy Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend Bridges @ Melrose Academy Elementary?
Bridges @ Melrose Academy Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 423 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Bridges @ Melrose Academy Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Bridges @ Melrose Academy Elementary is 23.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Bridges @ Melrose Academy Elementary rank in CA?
Bridges @ Melrose Academy Elementary ranks #9,492 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Bridges @ Melrose Academy Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Bridges @ Melrose Academy Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 2.3 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 Bridges @ Melrose Academy Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Bridges @ Melrose Academy Elementary has 21% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 16% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Bridges @ Melrose Academy Elementary a charter school?
No, Bridges @ Melrose Academy Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Bridges @ Melrose Academy Elementary a Title I school?
No, Bridges @ Melrose Academy Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Bridges @ Melrose Academy Elementary?
99.8% of students at Bridges @ Melrose Academy 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
- 423
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 23.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 18
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 99.8%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Alameda County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 69.7%
- Phone
- (510) 879-2178
Resources & Links
District
Oakland Unified- District Enrollment
- 33,916
- Schools in District
- 82
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $22,181
- District Rank
- #75 of 79
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