Excellent
#192 of 9,539 schools in CA
Top 2% in state
Cornell Elementary
Elementary School · Albany City Unified
920 Talbot Ave., Albany, CA 94706
Enrollment
551
Student-Teacher
23:1
Score
9.1
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
551
Student-Teacher
23:1
Score
9.1
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#192 of 9,539
In Albany
#2 of 5
public schools
In district
#2 of 5
Albany City Unified
Equity
9.8 / 10
Excellent
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Cornell Elementary
Elementary School in Albany · grades Kindergarten – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Cornell Elementary
Cornell Elementary is a public elementary school in Albany, CA, part of Albany City Unified. Cornell Elementary serves approximately 551 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 23:1 student-teacher ratio. Cornell Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 9.1 out of 10 and ranks #192 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Cornell Elementary show 77% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 79% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 9.1 · Excellent
- District avg 8.1
- CA avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
Cornell Elementary runs 23:1 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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Cornell Elementary — Students at Cornell Elementary score 78% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 59%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
27.2%
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
→ StableAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 9.2/10.
How Cornell Elementary Compares
See how Cornell Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
920 Talbot Ave., Albany, CA 94706
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Cornell Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Ruth Acty Elementary (rated 9.5/10, 1.0 miles away, in nearby Berkeley), which scores slightly higher. Another option is Marin Elementary (rated 8.2/10, 0.4 miles away), with a comparable rating. Additionally, Harding Elementary (rated 7.9/10, 0.9 miles away, in nearby El Cerrito), a more accessible option. For more schools in Albany, see our Albany schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.5 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| TILDEN PREPARATORY SCHOOL Albany | 0.1 mi | 6.2 |
| Tilden Preparatory School Albany | 0.1 mi | — |
| Ocean View Elementary Albany | 0.4 mi | 7.0 |
| Albany High Albany | 0.5 mi | 9.1 |
| MacGregor High (Continuation) Albany | 0.5 mi | — |
| Marin Elementary Albany | 0.4 mi | 8.2 |
| Albany Middle Albany | 0.6 mi | 9.0 |
| Harding Elementary El Cerrito | 0.9 mi | 7.9 |
| Saint Mary's College High School Berkeley | 0.8 mi | — |
| GOLESTAN SCHOOL El Cerrito | 1.0 mi | 5.7 |
| Golestan School El Cerrito | 1.0 mi | — |
| Thousand Oaks Elementary Berkeley | 0.8 mi | 7.5 |
| Ruth Acty Elementary Berkeley | 1.0 mi | 9.5 |
| THE CROWDEN SCHOOL Berkeley | 1.0 mi | 7.8 |
| The Crowden School Berkeley | 1.0 mi | — |
| El Cerrito High El Cerrito | 1.2 mi | 7.3 |
| CEDAR CREEK MONTESSORI SCHOOL Berkeley | 1.1 mi | — |
| Martin Luther King Middle Berkeley | 1.1 mi | 9.3 |
| Fairmont Elementary El Cerrito | 1.4 mi | 7.1 |
| Oxford Elementary at West Campus Berkeley | 1.5 mi | 7.6 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 94706 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$136,961
Median Home Value
$1,188,100
Median Rent
$2,394/mo
Population
20,486
College Educated
76.7%
Homeownership
53.9%
Avg Commute
32.8 min
Poverty Rate
8.1%
Median Age
38.1
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Cornell Elementary
What grades does Cornell Elementary serve?
Cornell Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend Cornell Elementary?
Cornell Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 551 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Cornell Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Cornell Elementary is 23:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Cornell Elementary rank in CA?
Cornell Elementary ranks #192 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Cornell Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Cornell Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 9.1 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 Cornell Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Cornell Elementary has 77% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 79% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Cornell Elementary a charter school?
No, Cornell Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Cornell Elementary a Title I school?
No, Cornell Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Cornell Elementary?
27.2% of students at Cornell 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
- 551
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 23:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 24
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 27.2%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Alameda County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 8.2%
- Phone
- (510) 558-3700
Resources & Links
District
Albany City Unified- District Enrollment
- 3,574
- Schools in District
- 6
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $17,768
- District Rank
- #2 of 5
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