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#42 of 1,790 private schools in CA

Top 2% of private schools

Escuela Bilingue Internacional

Elementary School

410 ALCATRAZ AVE, Oakland, CA 94609

Private Estimated Score

Estimated academic score. This school does not have standardized test data. Based on 145 schools in Oakland. Learn more

Enrollment

297

Student-Teacher

6.6:1

Score

8.3

Grades

Pre-K – 8th

Updated 2021-22

How this school compares

In Oakland

#3 of 18

public schools

California elementary schools

#21 of 1,102

About Escuela Bilingue Internacional

Escuela Bilingue Internacional serves 297 students from prekindergarten through eighth grade in Oakland, offering a bilingual education experience in a regular public school setting. With an exceptional student-teacher ratio of 6.6:1 and 45 full-time equivalent teachers, the school provides notably small class sizes that allow for personalized attention and close student-teacher relationships. The school has earned recognition for its strong performance, receiving a 9.0 out of 10 rating from MySchoolScout and ranking #383 out of 1,790 elementary schools statewide, placing it in the 79th percentile among California schools.

This high ranking reflects the school's commitment to academic excellence and effective bilingual programming. Located at 410 Alcatraz Avenue in the 94609 zip code, the school serves a well-educated community where 62% of residents hold bachelor's degrees or higher. The neighborhood shows economic stability with a median household income of $107,242 and a relatively low poverty rate of 10.1%.

Median home values of $1,097,200 reflect the area's desirability among families prioritizing education. Escuela Bilingue Internacional operates within Oakland's diverse urban landscape, providing students with both the benefits of city life and a nurturing, academically focused environment that celebrates multilingual learning.

What Parents Should Know

With a student-teacher ratio of 6.6:1, Escuela Bilingue Internacional offers a notably low ratio compared to the national average. This typically means smaller class sizes and more opportunities for one-on-one interaction between students and teachers.

As a private school, Escuela Bilingue Internacional operates independently from the local public school district. Families considering this school should inquire about tuition costs, financial aid availability, and the admissions process. Private schools are not required to follow the same curriculum standards as public schools, which can be either an advantage or a consideration depending on your priorities.

Financial Overview

Source: IRS Form 990 (2023 filing)

Per-Pupil Spending
Total expenses ÷ enrollment
$50,420
Per-Pupil Revenue
Total revenue ÷ enrollment
$48,744
Financial Health
Revenue-to-expense ratio (>1.0 = surplus)
0.97x — Tight
Tuition Dependency
Share of revenue from program services (tuition, fees)
95%
Total Assets
End-of-year total assets from IRS filing
$22.5M

Financial data from IRS Form 990 filings via ProPublica Nonprofit Explorer. Per-pupil figures based on current enrollment of 297 students. Not all private schools file Form 990.

Compare to Public Schools

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How Escuela Bilingue Internacional compares to 122 public schools serving similar grades in Oakland, CA

Student-Teacher Ratio
6.6:1
This School
vs
24:1
Public Avg
Avg School Size
297
This School
vs
403
Public Avg
Avg School Scout Rating
8.3
This School
vs
5.9
Public Avg

Student Demographics

White 41.4% vs 0%
Hispanic 17.8% vs 0%
Black 9.1% vs 0%
Asian 4.7% vs 0%
Escuela Bilingue Internacional Oakland Public Avg

Nearby Elementary Schools

School Rating
Escuela Bilingue Internacional (this school) 8.3
Peralta Elementary 6.1
Sankofa United Elementary 8.7
Claremont Middle 8.3
Chabot Elementary 6.3
Emerson Elementary 8.3
Home and Hospital Program
Kaiser Early Childhood Center 7.4
Aspire Berkley Maynard Academy 3.4
Hillcrest 5.1
Piedmont Avenue Elementary 8.0
North Oakland Community Charter 7.1
Oakland Military Institute College Preparatory Academy 6.4
Hoover Elementary 5.7
Westlake Middle 6.8
Yu Ming Charter 7.2
Thornhill Elementary 6.3
Montclair Elementary 7.1
Oakland School for the Arts 4.1
KIPP Bridge Academy 8.2
Crocker Highlands Elementary 7.2

Showing 20 of 122 schools. View all schools in Oakland

Demographics sourced from NCES Private School Survey (PSS) and Common Core of Data (CCD). Comparisons are based on enrollment-weighted averages.

Score Breakdown

What This Rating Measures

This rating reflects classroom size, instructional time, student diversity, community resources, and school characteristics. Private schools are ranked against other private schools in CA.

Classroom Attention
? Student-teacher ratio calibrated against other private schools. Lower ratios mean more individual attention. (30% of overall score)
A 8.7 / 10
View breakdown
Student-Teacher Ratio 6.6:1
Instructional Commitment
? Total annual instructional hours based on school day length and days per year. (15% of overall score)
B 6.3 / 10
View breakdown
School Day Length 7 hours
Annual Instructional Hours 1,225
Diversity & Inclusion
? Racial and ethnic diversity of the student body using Simpson's diversity index. (20% of overall score)
A 9.2 / 10
View breakdown
Diversity Index 71%
Community Context

Data Unavailable

School Profile
? Enrollment size and grade span breadth — indicators of program depth and peer community. (15% of overall score)
A- 8.1 / 10
View breakdown
Enrollment 297
View data sources

Score basis: Private school model

Data coverage: 80% of scoring components had data

Components scored: 4 of 5

Ranking pool: Private schools in CA

Test Scores

Test score data not yet available for this school.

Student Demographics NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

White 41.4%
Two or More 26.9%
Hispanic 17.8%
Black 9.1%
Asian 4.7%

Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)

Location

410 ALCATRAZ AVE, Oakland, CA 94609

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Escuela Bilingue Internacional may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. John Muir Elementary (rated 9.3/10, 0.8 miles away, in nearby Berkeley), which scores slightly higher. Another option is Sylvia Mendez Elementary (rated 9.2/10, 0.5 miles away, in nearby Berkeley), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Emerson Elementary (rated 9.1/10, 0.8 miles away, in nearby Berkeley), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Oakland, see our Oakland schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 1.0 mi
School Distance Rating
Peralta Elementary Oakland 0.1 mi 6.1
MENTORING ACADEMY Oakland 0.3 mi
Claremont Middle Oakland 0.5 mi 8.3
Sankofa United Elementary Oakland 0.5 mi 8.7
Sylvia Mendez Elementary Berkeley 0.5 mi 9.2
Willard Middle Berkeley 0.6 mi 8.9
MAYBECK HIGH SCHOOL Berkeley 0.7 mi 7.4
Maybeck High School Berkeley 0.8 mi
Emerson Elementary Berkeley 0.8 mi 9.1
ROCKRIDGE MONTESSORI SCHOOL Oakland 0.8 mi
John Muir Elementary Berkeley 0.8 mi 9.3
Emerge Berkeley Christian Academy Berkeley 0.9 mi
BERKELEY ROSE WALDORF SCHOOL Berkeley 1.0 mi 8.5
Chabot Elementary Oakland 0.8 mi 6.3
Berkeley Technology Academy Berkeley 1.0 mi 7.1
Berkeley Independent Study K-8 Berkeley 1.0 mi
Malcolm X Elementary Berkeley 0.9 mi 8.5
EAST BAY SCHOOL FOR BOYS Berkeley 1.2 mi 7.7
Emerson Elementary Oakland 1.2 mi 8.3
THE COLLEGE PREPARATORY SCHOOL Oakland 1.0 mi 7.9

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 94609 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$106,698

Median Home Value

$1,147,900

Median Rent

$2,116/mo

Population

24,854

College Educated

62.2%

Homeownership

32.4%

Avg Commute

31.5 min

Poverty Rate

10%

Median Age

35.2

Community Profile

The community surrounding Escuela Bilingue Internacional has a median household income of $106,698. It is a well-educated community where 62% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $1,147,900, with a median rent of $2,116/month. The area has a poverty rate of 10.0%. The average commute for residents is 32 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.

Similar Schools

Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings

School Rating
Almond Elementary Los Altos, CA 8.3
BROOKFIELD SCHOOL Sacramento, CA 8.3
Barton Hill Elementary San Pedro, CA 8.3
Baywood Elementary Los Osos, CA 8.3
Beethoven Street Elementary Los Angeles, CA 8.3
Blythe Street Elementary Reseda, CA 8.3

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Escuela Bilingue Internacional

What grades does Escuela Bilingue Internacional serve?

Escuela Bilingue Internacional serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.

How many students attend Escuela Bilingue Internacional?

Escuela Bilingue Internacional has an enrollment of approximately 297 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Escuela Bilingue Internacional?

The student-teacher ratio at Escuela Bilingue Internacional is 6.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.

How does Escuela Bilingue Internacional rank in CA?

Escuela Bilingue Internacional is ranked #42 out of 1,790 private schools in CA.

What is Escuela Bilingue Internacional's MySchoolScout rating?

Escuela Bilingue Internacional has a composite rating of 8.3 out of 10 on MySchoolScout. This score combines academic performance, student growth, and school environment into a single score. Equity data is shown separately for context.

Is Escuela Bilingue Internacional a private school?

Yes, Escuela Bilingue Internacional is a private coeducational school with a Nonsectarian affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.

Is Escuela Bilingue Internacional a religious school?

No, Escuela Bilingue Internacional is a nonsectarian (non-religious) private school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
94 Walker's Paradise
Transit Score
66 Good Transit
Bike Score
99 Biker’s Paradise
City Safety
High (9,182/100K)

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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
297
Gender Split
63% M / 37% F
Student-Teacher Ratio
6.6:1
Teachers (FTE)
45
Type
private
Coed Status
coed
Affiliation
Nonsectarian
School Day
7 hours
Days Per Year
175 days
Setting
Large City
County
ALAMEDA
Data Year
2022–2023

How We Rate Schools

Every school receives a composite score from 1 to 10 based on four pillars: Academic Performance (50%), Student Growth (20%), Equity (15%), and Learning Environment (15%). Scores are built from publicly available data including standardized test results, enrollment figures, and school climate indicators.

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