Cornell Elementary

Cornell Elementary serves 551 students in kindergarten through fifth grade in Albany, California, consistently ranking among the state's top elementary schools at #350 out of 9,566 California schools. With a student-teacher ratio of 23:1 and 24 full-time equivalent teachers, the school demonstrates strong academic performance that reflects its community's educational values. Students at Cornell Elementary excel academically, with 80% achieving proficiency or above in English Language Arts and 76% meeting or exceeding standards in mathematics.

These impressive results contribute to the school's outstanding 9.6 academic score and overall 8.7 MySchoolScout rating, placing it in the 96th percentile statewide. The school draws from a highly educated community where 75% of residents hold bachelor's degrees or higher, with a median household income of $125,410. This affluent neighborhood, characterized by a median home value of $1,130,000 and a relatively low poverty rate of 9%, creates a supportive environment for student achievement.

Located on Talbot Avenue in Albany's large suburban setting within Alameda County, Cornell Elementary benefits from its position in a community of approximately 20,860 residents who prioritize education and family investment in academic success.

The student-teacher ratio at Cornell Elementary is 23:1, which is higher than the national average. This may mean larger class sizes, so parents should ask about classroom support, teaching assistants, and how the school differentiates instruction for students who need extra help.