Needs Improvement
#9250 of 9,539 schools in CA
Esperanza Elementary
Elementary School · Oakland Unified
10315 E St., Oakland, CA 94603
Enrollment
430
Student-Teacher
21.5:1
Score
3.1
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
430
Student-Teacher
21.5:1
Score
3.1
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#9,250 of 9,539
In Oakland
#126 of 147
public schools
In district
#66 of 79
Oakland Unified
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Esperanza Elementary
Elementary School in Oakland · grades Kindergarten – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Esperanza Elementary
Esperanza Elementary is a public elementary school in Oakland, CA, part of Oakland Unified. Esperanza Elementary serves approximately 430 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 21.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Esperanza Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.1 out of 10 and ranks #9,250 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Esperanza Elementary show 32% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 24% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 3.1 · Needs Improvement
- District avg 4.5
- CA avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
Esperanza Elementary runs 21.5:1 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.
71% of students at Esperanza 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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Esperanza Elementary — Students at Esperanza Elementary score 14% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 19%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
99.1%
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: 2.6/10.
How Esperanza Elementary Compares
See how Esperanza Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
10315 E St., Oakland, CA 94603
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Esperanza Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Cox Academy (rated 8.3/10, 0.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Washington Elementary (rated 7.5/10, 1.0 miles away, in nearby San Leandro), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Madison Park Academy Elementary (rated 5.8/10, 0.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Oakland, see our Oakland schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.5 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Fred T. Korematsu Discovery Academy Elementary Oakland | 0.0 mi | 3.5 |
| Lodestar: A Lighthouse Community Charter Public Oakland | 0.3 mi | 5.0 |
| Aspire Monarch Academy Oakland | 0.5 mi | 2.4 |
| Madison Park Academy Elementary Oakland | 0.6 mi | 5.8 |
| Aspire Lionel Wilson College Preparatory Academy Oakland | 0.6 mi | 6.9 |
| Madison Park Academy 6-12 Oakland | 0.7 mi | 5.6 |
| Elmhurst United Middle Oakland | 0.8 mi | 4.9 |
| ILE OMODE Oakland | 0.9 mi | 4.9 |
| Brookfield Elementary Oakland | 0.8 mi | 3.1 |
| Highland Community Oakland | 1.0 mi | 2.2 |
| Cox Academy Oakland | 0.9 mi | 8.3 |
| Reach Academy Elementary Oakland | 1.0 mi | 5.5 |
| Washington Elementary San Leandro | 1.0 mi | 7.5 |
| St. Leander San Leandro | 1.2 mi | — |
| EnCompass Academy Elementary Oakland | 1.3 mi | 2.8 |
| ACORN Woodland Elementary Oakland | 1.3 mi | 2.9 |
| Lighthouse Community Charter Oakland | 1.2 mi | 3.9 |
| Lighthouse Community Charter High Oakland | 1.2 mi | 6.5 |
| Francophone Charter School of Oakland Oakland | 1.3 mi | 4.4 |
| Halkin Elementary San Leandro | 1.5 mi | 5.3 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 94603 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$71,086
Median Home Value
$596,100
Median Rent
$1,838/mo
Population
36,440
College Educated
15.3%
Homeownership
46.2%
Avg Commute
27.7 min
Poverty Rate
13.2%
Median Age
34.2
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| D. H. White Elementary Rio Vista, CA | 3.1 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Esperanza Elementary
What grades does Esperanza Elementary serve?
Esperanza Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend Esperanza Elementary?
Esperanza Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 430 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Esperanza Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Esperanza Elementary is 21.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Esperanza Elementary rank in CA?
Esperanza Elementary ranks #9,250 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Esperanza Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Esperanza Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.1 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 Esperanza Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Esperanza Elementary has 32% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 24% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Esperanza Elementary a charter school?
No, Esperanza Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Esperanza Elementary a Title I school?
No, Esperanza Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Esperanza Elementary?
99.1% of students at Esperanza 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
- 430
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 21.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 20
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 99.1%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Alameda County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 70.9%
- Phone
- (510) 879-2177
Resources & Links
District
Oakland Unified- District Enrollment
- 33,916
- Schools in District
- 82
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $22,181
- District Rank
- #66 of 79
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