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Madison Park Academy Elementary
Elementary School · Oakland Unified
470 El Paseo Dr., Oakland, CA 94603
Enrollment
228
Student-Teacher
17.5:1
Score
5.8
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
228
Student-Teacher
17.5:1
Score
5.8
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#5,887 of 9,539
In Oakland
#62 of 147
public schools
In district
#31 of 79
Oakland Unified
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Madison Park Academy Elementary
Elementary School in Oakland · grades Kindergarten – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Madison Park Academy Elementary
Madison Park Academy Elementary is a public elementary school in Oakland, CA, part of Oakland Unified. Madison Park Academy Elementary serves approximately 228 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 17.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Madison Park Academy Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.8 out of 10 and ranks #5,887 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Madison Park Academy Elementary show 25% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 27% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 5.8 · Average
- District avg 4.5
- CA avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
94% of students at Madison Park Academy 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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Madison Park Academy Elementary — Students at Madison Park Academy Elementary score 27% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 19%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
98.2%
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: 6.3/10.
How Madison Park Academy Elementary Compares
See how Madison Park Academy Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
470 El Paseo Dr., Oakland, CA 94603
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Madison Park Academy Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Cox Academy (rated 8.3/10, 1.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Washington Elementary (rated 7.5/10, 1.1 miles away, in nearby San Leandro), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Reach Academy Elementary (rated 5.5/10, 1.6 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Oakland, see our Oakland schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.6 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Madison Park Academy 6-12 Oakland | 0.1 mi | 5.6 |
| Aspire Lionel Wilson College Preparatory Academy Oakland | 0.2 mi | 6.9 |
| Lodestar: A Lighthouse Community Charter Public Oakland | 0.4 mi | 5.0 |
| Esperanza Elementary Oakland | 0.6 mi | 3.1 |
| Fred T. Korematsu Discovery Academy Elementary Oakland | 0.6 mi | 3.5 |
| Brookfield Elementary Oakland | 0.8 mi | 3.1 |
| Lincoln High (Continuation) San Leandro | 1.0 mi | 6.4 |
| San Leandro Virtual Academy San Leandro | 1.0 mi | — |
| Halkin Elementary San Leandro | 1.0 mi | 5.3 |
| John Muir Middle San Leandro | 1.0 mi | 7.0 |
| Aspire Monarch Academy Oakland | 1.1 mi | 2.4 |
| St. Leander San Leandro | 1.0 mi | — |
| Lighthouse Community Charter Oakland | 1.2 mi | 3.9 |
| Lighthouse Community Charter High Oakland | 1.2 mi | 6.5 |
| Washington Elementary San Leandro | 1.1 mi | 7.5 |
| Elmhurst United Middle Oakland | 1.4 mi | 4.9 |
| ILE OMODE Oakland | 1.6 mi | 4.9 |
| Highland Community Oakland | 1.6 mi | 2.2 |
| Cox Academy Oakland | 1.5 mi | 8.3 |
| Reach Academy Elementary Oakland | 1.6 mi | 5.5 |
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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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Madison Park Academy Elementary
What grades does Madison Park Academy Elementary serve?
Madison Park Academy Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend Madison Park Academy Elementary?
Madison Park Academy Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 228 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Madison Park Academy Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Madison Park Academy Elementary is 17.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Madison Park Academy Elementary rank in CA?
Madison Park Academy Elementary ranks #5,887 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Madison Park Academy Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Madison Park Academy Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.8 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 Madison Park Academy Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Madison Park Academy Elementary has 25% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 27% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Madison Park Academy Elementary a charter school?
No, Madison Park Academy Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Madison Park Academy Elementary a Title I school?
No, Madison Park Academy Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Madison Park Academy Elementary?
98.2% of students at Madison Park Academy 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
- 228
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 17.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 13
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 98.2%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Alameda County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 93.9%
- Phone
- (510) 879-1154
Resources & Links
District
Oakland Unified- District Enrollment
- 33,916
- Schools in District
- 82
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $22,181
- District Rank
- #31 of 79
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