Excellent
#400 of 9,539 schools in CA
Top 4% in state
Melrose Leadership Academy
Elementary School · Oakland Unified
4730 Fleming Ave., Oakland, CA 94619
Enrollment
678
Student-Teacher
18.3:1
Score
8.9
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Enrollment
678
Student-Teacher
18.3:1
Score
8.9
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#400 of 9,539
In Oakland
#4 of 147
public schools
In district
#3 of 79
Oakland Unified
Academic growth
9.8 / 10
Excellent
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About Melrose Leadership Academy
Melrose Leadership Academy is a public elementary school in Oakland, CA, part of Oakland Unified. Melrose Leadership Academy serves approximately 678 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-8th, and has a 18.3:1 student-teacher ratio. Melrose Leadership Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.9 out of 10 and ranks #400 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Melrose Leadership Academy show 30% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 42% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 8.9 · Excellent
- District avg 4.5
- CA avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
45% of students at Melrose Leadership Academy 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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Melrose Leadership Academy — Students at Melrose Leadership Academy score 47% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 44%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
53.7%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)
Based on 36 test records from CA state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↑ ImprovingAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 9.8/10.
How Melrose Leadership Academy Compares
See how Melrose Leadership Academy performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
4730 Fleming Ave., Oakland, CA 94619
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Melrose Leadership Academy may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Learning Without Limits (rated 5.8/10, 0.8 miles away), a more accessible option. Another option is Global Family Elementary (rated 5.3/10, 0.9 miles away), a more accessible option. Additionally, Urban Montessori Charter (rated 4.4/10, 0.7 miles away), a more accessible option. For more schools in Oakland, see our Oakland schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.1 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Horace Mann Elementary Oakland | 0.5 mi | 2.0 |
| Muhammad University Oakland | 0.6 mi | — |
| SENECA FAMILY OF AGENCIES MAYA ANGELOU ACADEMY Oakland | 0.6 mi | — |
| Seneca Family of Agencies-Maya Angelou Academy Oakland | 0.6 mi | — |
| CORNERSTONE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Oakland | 0.7 mi | — |
| JULIA MORGAN SCHOOL FOR GIRLS Oakland | 0.6 mi | 7.6 |
| Allendale Elementary Oakland | 0.7 mi | 3.2 |
| Urban Montessori Charter Oakland | 0.7 mi | 4.4 |
| Laurel Elementary Oakland | 0.9 mi | 3.4 |
| Fremont High Oakland | 0.8 mi | 5.4 |
| Learning Without Limits Oakland | 0.8 mi | 5.8 |
| Oakland Unity High Oakland | 0.8 mi | 8.3 |
| Mills College Children's School at Northeastern University Oakland | 0.8 mi | — |
| Julia Morgan School for Girls Oakland | 0.8 mi | — |
| Frick United Academy of Language Middle Oakland | 0.9 mi | 4.0 |
| Global Family Elementary Oakland | 0.9 mi | 5.3 |
| Alternatives in Action Oakland | 1.1 mi | 6.7 |
| Greenleaf Oakland | 1.1 mi | 2.7 |
| Aspire Triumph Technology Academy Oakland | 0.9 mi | 2.2 |
| Bridges @ Melrose Academy Elementary Oakland | 1.1 mi | 2.3 |
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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| Aurelia Pennekamp Elementary Manhattan Beach, CA | 8.9 |
| Bella Vista Elementary Monterey Park, CA | 8.9 |
| Birney Elementary Redondo Beach, CA | 8.9 |
| Birney Elementary San Diego, CA | 8.9 |
| Carpenter Community Charter Studio City, CA | 8.9 |
| Carver (Charles J.) Elementary Cerritos, CA | 8.9 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Melrose Leadership Academy
What grades does Melrose Leadership Academy serve?
Melrose Leadership Academy serves students in grades Kindergarten through 8th.
How many students attend Melrose Leadership Academy?
Melrose Leadership Academy has an enrollment of approximately 678 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Melrose Leadership Academy?
The student-teacher ratio at Melrose Leadership Academy is 18.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Melrose Leadership Academy rank in CA?
Melrose Leadership Academy ranks #400 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Melrose Leadership Academy's MySchoolScout rating?
Melrose Leadership Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.9 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 Melrose Leadership Academy?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Melrose Leadership Academy has 30% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 42% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Melrose Leadership Academy a charter school?
No, Melrose Leadership Academy is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Melrose Leadership Academy a Title I school?
No, Melrose Leadership Academy is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Melrose Leadership Academy?
53.7% of students at Melrose Leadership Academy 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 – 8th
- Enrollment
- 678
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 18.3:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 37
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 53.7%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Alameda County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 44.7%
- Phone
- (510) 879-2152
Resources & Links
District
Oakland Unified- District Enrollment
- 33,916
- Schools in District
- 82
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $22,181
- District Rank
- #3 of 79
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