Very Good
#2595 of 9,539 schools in CA
Top 27% in state
Madera Elementary
Elementary School · West Contra Costa Unified
8500 Madera Dr., EL Cerrito, CA 94530
Enrollment
467
Student-Teacher
23.4:1
Score
7.5
Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Enrollment
467
Student-Teacher
23.4:1
Score
7.5
Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#2,595 of 9,539
In EL Cerrito
#3 of 7
public schools
In district
#10 of 52
West Contra Costa Unified
Equity
9.0 / 10
Excellent
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Madera Elementary
Elementary School in EL Cerrito · grades Kindergarten – 6th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Madera Elementary
Madera Elementary is a public elementary school in EL Cerrito, CA, part of West Contra Costa Unified. Madera Elementary serves approximately 467 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-6th, and has a 23.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Madera Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.5 out of 10 and ranks #2,595 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Madera Elementary show 73% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 75% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 7.5 · Very Good
- District avg 5.0
- CA avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
Madera Elementary runs 23.4:1 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.
Score Breakdown
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Madera Elementary — Students at Madera Elementary score 71% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 66%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
15.8%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)
Based on 32 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: 6.8/10.
How Madera Elementary Compares
See how Madera Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
8500 Madera Dr., EL Cerrito, CA 94530
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Madera Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. PROSPECT SIERRA SCHOOL (rated 8.5/10, 0.9 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is Kensington Elementary (rated 8.4/10, 1.4 miles away, in nearby Kensington), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Mira Vista Elementary (rated 8.2/10, 1.2 miles away, in nearby Richmond), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in EL Cerrito, see our EL Cerrito schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.5 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Fred T. Korematsu Middle El Cerrito | 0.6 mi | 7.9 |
| Prospect Sierra School El Cerrito | 0.9 mi | — |
| PROSPECT SIERRA SCHOOL El Cerrito | 0.9 mi | 8.5 |
| MONTESSORI FAMILY SCHOOL El Cerrito | 0.7 mi | 5.9 |
| East Bay Montessori El Cerrito | 0.7 mi | — |
| Invictus Academy of Richmond El Cerrito | 0.9 mi | 5.6 |
| Summit Public School K2 El Cerrito | 0.8 mi | 4.8 |
| ST JOHN THE BAPTIST El Cerrito | 1.0 mi | 6.4 |
| St. John the Baptist El Cerrito | 1.0 mi | — |
| ARLINGTON CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Richmond | 1.2 mi | — |
| Mira Vista Elementary Richmond | 1.2 mi | 8.2 |
| El Cerrito High El Cerrito | 1.4 mi | 7.3 |
| Fairmont Elementary El Cerrito | 1.4 mi | 7.1 |
| GROWING LIGHT MONTESSORI SCHOOL OF KENSINGTON Kensington | 1.3 mi | — |
| Kensington Elementary Kensington | 1.4 mi | 8.4 |
| CRESTMONT SCHOOL Richmond | 1.5 mi | 7.1 |
| Harding Elementary El Cerrito | 1.7 mi | 7.9 |
| Golestan School El Cerrito | 1.8 mi | — |
| GOLESTAN SCHOOL El Cerrito | 1.8 mi | 5.7 |
| Stege Elementary Richmond | 1.5 mi | 5.0 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 94530 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$127,731
Median Home Value
$1,097,300
Median Rent
$2,434/mo
Population
26,229
College Educated
66.4%
Homeownership
57.8%
Avg Commute
33.2 min
Poverty Rate
7.6%
Median Age
42.5
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| Abraham Lincoln Elementary Costa Mesa, CA | 7.5 |
| Alpine Vista Tulare, CA | 7.5 |
| Antelope Creek Elementary Rocklin, CA | 7.5 |
| Arellanes (Don Juan Bautista) Elementary Santa Maria, CA | 7.5 |
| Aspen Elementary Thousand Oaks, CA | 7.5 |
| Bella Vista Elementary Bella Vista, CA | 7.5 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Madera Elementary
What grades does Madera Elementary serve?
Madera Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 6th.
How many students attend Madera Elementary?
Madera Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 467 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Madera Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Madera Elementary is 23.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Madera Elementary rank in CA?
Madera Elementary ranks #2,595 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Madera Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Madera Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.5 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 Madera Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Madera Elementary has 73% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 75% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Madera Elementary a charter school?
No, Madera Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Madera Elementary a Title I school?
No, Madera Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Madera Elementary?
15.8% of students at Madera 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 – 6th
- Enrollment
- 467
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 23.4:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 20
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 15.8%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Contra Costa County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 14.8%
- Phone
- (510) 231-1412
Resources & Links
District
West Contra Costa Unified- District Enrollment
- 25,575
- Schools in District
- 54
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $19,205
- District Rank
- #10 of 52
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