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#315 of 9,539 schools in CA

Top 3% in state

Havens Elementary

Elementary School · Piedmont City Unified

323 Highland Ave., Piedmont, CA 94611

Enrollment

415

Student-Teacher

16.6:1

Score

9.0

Grades

Kindergarten – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

California schools

#315 of 9,539

In Piedmont

#4 of 6

public schools

In district

#4 of 6

Piedmont City Unified

School environment

9.7 / 10

Excellent

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Havens Elementary

9.0/10

Elementary School in Piedmont · grades Kindergarten – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

Piedmont High

9.3/10

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7.5/10

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About Havens Elementary

Havens Elementary is a public elementary school in Piedmont, CA, part of Piedmont City Unified. Havens Elementary serves approximately 415 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 16.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Havens Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 9.0 out of 10 and ranks #315 of 9,539 schools in CA.

Structured state assessment records for Havens Elementary show 86% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 84% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

How it comparesOn par with district
  • This school 9.0 · Excellent
  • District avg 9.3
  • CA avg 6.2

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress8.6Excellent50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-0.54 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2024
TrendStable
Academics9.1Excellent30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency82.1% (2024 CAASPP)
Reading/ELA Proficiency79.2% (2024 CAASPP)
Math vs. State Avg+36.4 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+36.4 pts
Overall Proficiency81% (2024 CAASPP, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)73% (model expectation from 2024 CAASPP)
vs. Expected+7.2 pts
Adjusted Percentile86th
Resources & Environment9.7Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio16.6:1
Per-Pupil Spending$23,533

Havens Elementary — Students at Havens Elementary score 81% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 73%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

1.7%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)

Math Proficiency 86.2% (multi-year average, 2009-2024)
School
State
39.4% (2024 CAASPP)
ELA Proficiency 84.3% (multi-year average, 2009-2024)
School
State
45.3% (2024 CAASPP)

Based on 34 test records from CA state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

→ Stable

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
90%
ELA
90%
2010
Math
91%
ELA
90%
2011
Math
91%
ELA
91%
2012
Math
93%
ELA
88%
2014
Math
78%
ELA
83%
2015
Math
86%
ELA
84%
2016
Math
87%
ELA
81%
2017
Math
92%
ELA
87%
2018
Math
92%
ELA
88%
2019
Math
92%
ELA
88%
2020*
Math
81%
ELA
82%
2021*
Math
81%
ELA
82%
2022
Math
83.5%
ELA
82.1%
2024
Math
82.1%
ELA
79.2%

* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.

Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 8.6/10.

How Havens Elementary Compares

See how Havens Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
9.0/10
97th percentile in CA
Academic
9.1/10
Excellent
Growth
8.6/10
Excellent
Environment
9.7/10
Excellent
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
2%
Teaching Staff
17:1 student-teacher ratio
25 teachers

Programs & Offerings

Gifted & Talented Program Available
This school offers a gifted and talented program for qualifying students. · CRDC 2021-22

Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more

Location

323 Highland Ave., Piedmont, CA 94611

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Havens Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Beach Elementary (rated 9.6/10, 0.7 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is Wildwood Elementary (rated 9.3/10, 0.4 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, ST THERESA SCHOOL (rated 7.7/10, 0.8 miles away, in nearby Oakland), a more accessible option. For more schools in Piedmont, see our Piedmont schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 1.4 mi
School Distance Rating
Piedmont High Piedmont 0.2 mi 9.3
Millennium High Alternative Piedmont 0.2 mi 7.5
Piedmont Middle Piedmont 0.2 mi 9.0
Wildwood Elementary Piedmont 0.4 mi 9.3
St. Theresa School Oakland 0.8 mi
ST THERESA SCHOOL Oakland 0.8 mi 7.7
Beach Elementary Piedmont 0.7 mi 9.6
HOLY NAMES HIGH SCHOOL Oakland 1.0 mi 8.6
Holy Names High School Oakland 1.0 mi
AURORA SCHOOL Oakland 1.0 mi 6.5
Hillcrest Oakland 1.1 mi 6.9
Crocker Highlands Elementary Oakland 1.0 mi 7.4
Piedmont Avenue Elementary Oakland 0.9 mi 3.2
Saint Leo the Great School Oakland 1.0 mi
GRAND LAKE MONTESSORI Oakland 1.2 mi
PACIFIC BOYCHOIR ACADEMY Oakland 1.1 mi
Montclair Elementary Oakland 1.2 mi 6.1
AIMS College Prep High Oakland 1.3 mi 6.0
Oakland High Oakland 1.5 mi 6.0
ROCKRIDGE MONTESSORI SCHOOL Oakland 1.4 mi

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 94611 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$176,517

Median Home Value

$1,485,000

Median Rent

$2,274/mo

Population

39,240

College Educated

77.8%

Homeownership

60.2%

Avg Commute

31.4 min

Poverty Rate

5.8%

Median Age

44.6

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Havens Elementary

What grades does Havens Elementary serve?

Havens Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.

How many students attend Havens Elementary?

Havens Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 415 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Havens Elementary?

The student-teacher ratio at Havens Elementary is 16.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Havens Elementary rank in CA?

Havens Elementary ranks #315 of 9,539 schools in CA.

What is Havens Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?

Havens Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 9.0 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 Havens Elementary?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Havens Elementary has 86% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 84% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

Is Havens Elementary a charter school?

No, Havens Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Havens Elementary a Title I school?

No, Havens Elementary is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Havens Elementary?

1.7% of students at Havens 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.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
52 Somewhat Walkable
Bike Score
38 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
415
Student-Teacher Ratio
16.6:1
Teachers (FTE)
25
Free/Reduced Lunch
1.7%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Alameda County

District

Piedmont City Unified
District Enrollment
2,308
Schools in District
7
Per-Pupil Spending
$23,533
District Rank
#4 of 6

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