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Cleveland Elementary
Elementary School · Oakland Unified
745 Cleveland St., Oakland, CA 94606
Enrollment
383
Student-Teacher
27.4:1
Score
5.7
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
383
Student-Teacher
27.4:1
Score
5.7
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#6,085 of 9,539
In Oakland
#65 of 147
public schools
In district
#33 of 79
Oakland Unified
Equity
9.0 / 10
Excellent
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Cleveland Elementary
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About Cleveland Elementary
Cleveland Elementary is a public elementary school in Oakland, CA, part of Oakland Unified. Cleveland Elementary serves approximately 383 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 27.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Cleveland Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.7 out of 10 and ranks #6,085 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Cleveland Elementary show 66% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 64% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 5.7 · Average
- District avg 4.5
- CA avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
Cleveland Elementary runs 27.4:1 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.
47% of students at Cleveland 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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Cleveland Elementary — Students at Cleveland Elementary score 58% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 43%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
55.1%
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: 5.0/10.
How Cleveland Elementary Compares
See how Cleveland Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
745 Cleveland St., Oakland, CA 94606
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Cleveland Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Beach Elementary (rated 9.6/10, 1.4 miles away, in nearby Piedmont), which scores notably higher. Another option is Wildwood Elementary (rated 9.3/10, 1.2 miles away, in nearby Piedmont), which scores notably higher. Additionally, ST PAULS EPISCOPAL SCHOOL (rated 8.1/10, 1.0 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Oakland High Oakland | 0.4 mi | 6.0 |
| Bella Vista Elementary Oakland | 0.4 mi | 3.8 |
| AIMS College Prep High Oakland | 0.6 mi | 6.0 |
| Franklin Elementary Oakland | 0.8 mi | 4.4 |
| GRAND LAKE MONTESSORI Oakland | 0.9 mi | — |
| Edna Brewer Middle Oakland | 0.8 mi | 8.4 |
| Roosevelt Middle Oakland | 1.0 mi | 6.7 |
| Dewey Academy High Oakland | 0.9 mi | 5.5 |
| MetWest High Oakland | 1.0 mi | 6.6 |
| La Escuelita Oakland | 1.0 mi | 2.9 |
| St. Paul's Episcopal School Oakland | 1.0 mi | — |
| ST PAULS EPISCOPAL SCHOOL Oakland | 1.0 mi | 8.1 |
| Wildwood Elementary Piedmont | 1.2 mi | 9.3 |
| Crocker Highlands Elementary Oakland | 1.0 mi | 7.4 |
| Zoom_Excel LLC Oakland | 1.3 mi | — |
| Garfield Elementary Oakland | 1.3 mi | 3.5 |
| Community School for Creative Education Oakland | 1.3 mi | 5.2 |
| Westlake Middle Oakland | 1.2 mi | 4.3 |
| Beach Elementary Piedmont | 1.4 mi | 9.6 |
| Gateway to College High at Laney College Oakland | 1.2 mi | 5.8 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 94606 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$70,769
Median Home Value
$747,600
Median Rent
$1,775/mo
Population
38,746
College Educated
39.7%
Homeownership
20%
Avg Commute
29.3 min
Poverty Rate
17.9%
Median Age
37.5
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|---|---|
| ALISO VIEJO CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Aliso Viejo, CA | 5.7 |
| Alta Loma Elementary Los Angeles, CA | 5.7 |
| Alvarado Elementary Signal Hill, CA | 5.7 |
| Bandini Street Elementary San Pedro, CA | 5.7 |
| Bell Avenue Elementary Sacramento, CA | 5.7 |
| Ben Painter Elementary San Jose, CA | 5.7 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Cleveland Elementary
What grades does Cleveland Elementary serve?
Cleveland Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend Cleveland Elementary?
Cleveland Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 383 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Cleveland Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Cleveland Elementary is 27.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Cleveland Elementary rank in CA?
Cleveland Elementary ranks #6,085 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Cleveland Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Cleveland Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.7 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 Cleveland Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Cleveland Elementary has 66% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 64% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Cleveland Elementary a charter school?
No, Cleveland Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Cleveland Elementary a Title I school?
No, Cleveland Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Cleveland Elementary?
55.1% of students at Cleveland 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.
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 5th
- Enrollment
- 383
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 27.4:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 14
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 55.1%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Alameda County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 46.5%
- Phone
- (510) 879-2108
Resources & Links
District
Oakland Unified- District Enrollment
- 33,916
- Schools in District
- 82
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $22,181
- District Rank
- #33 of 79
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