Needs Improvement
#9100 of 9,539 schools in CA
Laurel Elementary
Elementary School · Oakland Unified
3750 Brown Ave., Oakland, CA 94619
Enrollment
412
Student-Teacher
27.5:1
Score
3.4
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
412
Student-Teacher
27.5:1
Score
3.4
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#9,100 of 9,539
In Oakland
#118 of 147
public schools
In district
#61 of 79
Oakland Unified
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About Laurel Elementary
Laurel Elementary is a public elementary school in Oakland, CA, part of Oakland Unified. Laurel Elementary serves approximately 412 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 27.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Laurel Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.4 out of 10 and ranks #9,100 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Laurel Elementary show 37% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 38% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 3.4 · Needs Improvement
- District avg 4.5
- CA avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
Laurel Elementary runs 27.5:1 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 Laurel 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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Laurel Elementary — Students at Laurel Elementary score 30% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 25%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
87.6%
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: 2.2/10.
How Laurel Elementary Compares
See how Laurel Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
3750 Brown Ave., Oakland, CA 94619
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Laurel Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Melrose Leadership Academy (rated 8.9/10, 0.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Sequoia Elementary (rated 8.1/10, 1.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Redwood Heights Elementary (rated 6.7/10, 0.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Oakland, see our Oakland schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.1 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| CORNERSTONE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Oakland | 0.2 mi | — |
| SENECA FAMILY OF AGENCIES MAYA ANGELOU ACADEMY Oakland | 0.3 mi | — |
| Seneca Family of Agencies-Maya Angelou Academy Oakland | 0.3 mi | — |
| Allendale Elementary Oakland | 0.5 mi | 3.2 |
| Urban Montessori Charter Oakland | 0.6 mi | 4.4 |
| Redwood Heights Elementary Oakland | 0.6 mi | 6.7 |
| FRED FINCH-OAKLAND HILLS ACADEMY Oakland | 0.7 mi | — |
| Fred Finch–Oakland Hills Academy Oakland | 0.7 mi | — |
| Bret Harte Middle Oakland | 0.7 mi | 5.0 |
| Melrose Leadership Academy Oakland | 0.9 mi | 8.9 |
| JULIA MORGAN SCHOOL FOR GIRLS Oakland | 0.8 mi | 7.6 |
| RASKOB DAY SCHOOL Oakland | 0.9 mi | 5.3 |
| MOUNTAIN BLVD MONTESSORI SCHOOL Oakland | 0.9 mi | — |
| Sequoia Elementary Oakland | 1.0 mi | 8.1 |
| GROWING LIGHT MONTESSORI SCHOOL Oakland | 1.2 mi | — |
| Growing Light Montessori School Oakland | 1.2 mi | — |
| Fruitvale Elementary Oakland | 1.0 mi | 2.2 |
| HEAD ROYCE SCHOOL Oakland | 1.2 mi | 7.6 |
| Head-Royce School Oakland | 1.2 mi | — |
| Mills College Children's School at Northeastern University Oakland | 1.1 mi | — |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 94619 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$129,879
Median Home Value
$997,300
Median Rent
$2,131/mo
Population
28,044
College Educated
57.3%
Homeownership
66.9%
Avg Commute
35.2 min
Poverty Rate
6.2%
Median Age
37.7
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| Abraham Lincoln Elementary Sacramento, CA | 3.4 |
| Adams Elementary Stockton, CA | 3.4 |
| Antelope Elementary Littlerock, CA | 3.4 |
| Aspire Gateway Academy Charter Oakland, CA | 3.4 |
| Bridge Street Elementary Yuba City, CA | 3.4 |
| Carroll Fowler Elementary Ceres, CA | 3.4 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Laurel Elementary
What grades does Laurel Elementary serve?
Laurel Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend Laurel Elementary?
Laurel Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 412 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Laurel Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Laurel Elementary is 27.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Laurel Elementary rank in CA?
Laurel Elementary ranks #9,100 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Laurel Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Laurel Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.4 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 Laurel Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Laurel Elementary has 37% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 38% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Laurel Elementary a charter school?
No, Laurel Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Laurel Elementary a Title I school?
No, Laurel Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Laurel Elementary?
87.6% of students at Laurel 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
- 412
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 27.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 15
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 87.6%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Alameda County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 70.9%
- Phone
- (510) 879-2131
Resources & Links
District
Oakland Unified- District Enrollment
- 33,916
- Schools in District
- 82
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $22,181
- District Rank
- #61 of 79
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