Very Good
#2959 of 9,539 schools in CA
Top 31% in state
Glenview Elementary
Elementary School · Oakland Unified
4215 La Cresta Ave., Oakland, CA 94602
Enrollment
454
Student-Teacher
22.7:1
Score
7.3
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
454
Student-Teacher
22.7:1
Score
7.3
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#2,959 of 9,539
In Oakland
#22 of 147
public schools
In district
#9 of 79
Oakland Unified
Equity
7.9 / 10
Very Good
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About Glenview Elementary
Glenview Elementary is a public elementary school in Oakland, CA, part of Oakland Unified. Glenview Elementary serves approximately 454 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 22.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Glenview Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.3 out of 10 and ranks #2,959 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Glenview Elementary show 57% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 58% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 7.3 · Very Good
- District avg 4.5
- CA avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
Glenview Elementary runs 22.7:1 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.
41% of students at Glenview 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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Glenview Elementary — Students at Glenview Elementary score 55% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 56%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
32.8%
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: 7.6/10.
How Glenview Elementary Compares
See how Glenview Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
4215 La Cresta Ave., Oakland, CA 94602
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Glenview Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. THE RENAISSANCE INTERNATIONAL SCHOOL (rated 8.7/10, 0.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Sequoia Elementary (rated 8.1/10, 0.5 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Crocker Highlands Elementary (rated 7.4/10, 0.6 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Oakland, see our Oakland schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.1 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| THE RENAISSANCE INTERNATIONAL SCHOOL Oakland | 0.3 mi | 8.7 |
| REDWOOD DAY SCHOOL Oakland | 0.5 mi | 6.9 |
| Sequoia Elementary Oakland | 0.5 mi | 8.1 |
| Corpus Christi Elementary Piedmont | 0.6 mi | — |
| CORPUS CHRISTI SCHOOL Piedmont | 0.6 mi | 5.8 |
| Crocker Highlands Elementary Oakland | 0.6 mi | 7.4 |
| Edna Brewer Middle Oakland | 0.5 mi | 8.4 |
| Fruitvale Elementary Oakland | 0.7 mi | 2.2 |
| Bret Harte Middle Oakland | 0.8 mi | 5.0 |
| Manzanita Community Elementary Oakland | 1.0 mi | 2.1 |
| Manzanita SEED Elementary Oakland | 1.0 mi | 3.7 |
| HEAD ROYCE SCHOOL Oakland | 0.8 mi | 7.6 |
| Fred Finch–Oakland Hills Academy Oakland | 0.8 mi | — |
| FRED FINCH-OAKLAND HILLS ACADEMY Oakland | 0.8 mi | — |
| Head-Royce School Oakland | 0.8 mi | — |
| Academia de Mi Abuela Piedmont | 1.0 mi | — |
| Oakland High Oakland | 1.0 mi | 6.0 |
| Bella Vista Elementary Oakland | 1.1 mi | 3.8 |
| GROWING LIGHT MONTESSORI SCHOOL Oakland | 1.1 mi | — |
| Growing Light Montessori School Oakland | 1.1 mi | — |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 94602 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$124,744
Median Home Value
$1,111,800
Median Rent
$1,924/mo
Population
31,450
College Educated
58%
Homeownership
59.3%
Avg Commute
29.6 min
Poverty Rate
8.3%
Median Age
42.3
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Glenview Elementary
What grades does Glenview Elementary serve?
Glenview Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend Glenview Elementary?
Glenview Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 454 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Glenview Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Glenview Elementary is 22.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Glenview Elementary rank in CA?
Glenview Elementary ranks #2,959 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Glenview Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Glenview Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.3 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 Glenview Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Glenview Elementary has 57% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 58% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Glenview Elementary a charter school?
No, Glenview Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Glenview Elementary a Title I school?
No, Glenview Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Glenview Elementary?
32.8% of students at Glenview 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
- 454
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 22.7:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 20
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 32.8%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Alameda County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 41.0%
- Phone
- (510) 879-5119
Resources & Links
District
Oakland Unified- District Enrollment
- 33,916
- Schools in District
- 82
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $22,181
- District Rank
- #9 of 79
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