Very Good
#2791 of 9,539 schools in CA
Top 29% in state
Crocker Highlands Elementary
Elementary School · Oakland Unified
525 Midcrest Rd., Oakland, CA 94610
Enrollment
410
Student-Teacher
25.6:1
Score
7.4
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
410
Student-Teacher
25.6:1
Score
7.4
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#2,791 of 9,539
In Oakland
#20 of 147
public schools
In district
#8 of 79
Oakland Unified
Equity
9.5 / 10
Excellent
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About Crocker Highlands Elementary
Crocker Highlands Elementary is a public elementary school in Oakland, CA, part of Oakland Unified. Crocker Highlands Elementary serves approximately 410 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 25.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Crocker Highlands Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.4 out of 10 and ranks #2,791 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Crocker Highlands Elementary show 77% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 78% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 7.4 · Very Good
- District avg 4.5
- CA avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
Crocker Highlands Elementary runs 25.6:1 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.
34% of students at Crocker Highlands 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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Crocker Highlands Elementary — Students at Crocker Highlands Elementary score 74% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 62%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
22%
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
→ StableAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 7.3/10.
How Crocker Highlands Elementary Compares
See how Crocker Highlands Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
525 Midcrest Rd., Oakland, CA 94610
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Crocker Highlands Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Wildwood Elementary (rated 9.3/10, 0.7 miles away, in nearby Piedmont), which scores notably higher. Another option is Havens Elementary (rated 9.0/10, 1.0 miles away, in nearby Piedmont), which scores notably higher. Additionally, THE RENAISSANCE INTERNATIONAL SCHOOL (rated 8.7/10, 0.8 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Edna Brewer Middle Oakland | 0.5 mi | 8.4 |
| Glenview Elementary Oakland | 0.6 mi | 7.3 |
| Oakland High Oakland | 0.7 mi | 6.0 |
| Wildwood Elementary Piedmont | 0.7 mi | 9.3 |
| CORPUS CHRISTI SCHOOL Piedmont | 0.7 mi | 5.8 |
| Corpus Christi Elementary Piedmont | 0.7 mi | — |
| Piedmont High Piedmont | 0.9 mi | 9.3 |
| Millennium High Alternative Piedmont | 0.9 mi | 7.5 |
| Piedmont Middle Piedmont | 0.9 mi | 9.0 |
| THE RENAISSANCE INTERNATIONAL SCHOOL Oakland | 0.8 mi | 8.7 |
| REDWOOD DAY SCHOOL Oakland | 0.9 mi | 6.9 |
| Bella Vista Elementary Oakland | 0.9 mi | 3.8 |
| Havens Elementary Piedmont | 1.0 mi | 9.0 |
| Academia de Mi Abuela Piedmont | 1.0 mi | — |
| Cleveland Elementary Oakland | 1.0 mi | 5.7 |
| Sequoia Elementary Oakland | 1.1 mi | 8.1 |
| Manzanita Community Elementary Oakland | 1.3 mi | 2.1 |
| Manzanita SEED Elementary Oakland | 1.3 mi | 3.7 |
| Fruitvale Elementary Oakland | 1.3 mi | 2.2 |
| AIMS College Prep High Oakland | 1.2 mi | 6.0 |
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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| BLACK PINE CIRCLE SCHOOL Berkeley, CA | 7.4 |
| BPC UPPER SCHOOL Berkeley, CA | 7.4 |
| Broad Avenue Elementary Wilmington, CA | 7.4 |
| Buford Elementary Lennox, CA | 7.4 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Crocker Highlands Elementary
What grades does Crocker Highlands Elementary serve?
Crocker Highlands Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend Crocker Highlands Elementary?
Crocker Highlands Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 410 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Crocker Highlands Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Crocker Highlands Elementary is 25.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Crocker Highlands Elementary rank in CA?
Crocker Highlands Elementary ranks #2,791 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Crocker Highlands Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Crocker Highlands Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.4 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 Crocker Highlands Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Crocker Highlands Elementary has 77% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 78% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Crocker Highlands Elementary a charter school?
No, Crocker Highlands Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Crocker Highlands Elementary a Title I school?
No, Crocker Highlands Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Crocker Highlands Elementary?
22.0% of students at Crocker Highlands 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
- 410
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 25.6:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 16
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 22.0%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Alameda County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 34.4%
- Phone
- (510) 879-3111
Resources & Links
District
Oakland Unified- District Enrollment
- 33,916
- Schools in District
- 82
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $22,181
- District Rank
- #8 of 79
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