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Mills College Children's School at Northeastern University
Elementary School
5000 MacArthur Boulevard, Oakland, CA 94613
Enrollment
50
Student-Teacher
10:1
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
50
Student-Teacher
10:1
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Updated
2024-25
Updated 2024-25
About Mills College Children's School at Northeastern University
Mills College Children's School at Northeastern University is an private elementary school in Oakland, CA 94613. The school serves approximately 50 students in grades Kindergarten – 5th with a student-teacher ratio of 10:1.
What Parents Should Know
With an enrollment of 50 students, Mills College Children's School at Northeastern University is a smaller school where families often find a close-knit community atmosphere. Smaller settings can mean more individual attention from teachers and staff, though they may offer fewer extracurricular options than larger schools.
As a private school, Mills College Children's School at Northeastern University operates independently from the local public school district. Families considering this school should inquire about tuition costs, financial aid availability, and the admissions process. Private schools are not required to follow the same curriculum standards as public schools, which can be either an advantage or a consideration depending on your priorities.
Compare to Public Schools
BetaHow Mills College Children's School at Northeastern University compares to 89 public schools serving similar grades in Oakland, CA
Nearby Elementary Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Mills College Children's School at Northeastern University (this school) | — |
| Aspire Triumph Technology Academy | 3.1 |
| Infant and Preschool Program | — |
| Urban Montessori Charter | 4.3 |
| Melrose Leadership Academy | 9.1 |
| Burckhalter Elementary | 7.9 |
| Carl B. Munck Elementary | 8.1 |
| Markham Elementary | 6.3 |
| Laurel Elementary | 7.0 |
| Redwood Heights Elementary | 8.9 |
| Horace Mann Elementary | 7.3 |
| Greenleaf | 5.4 |
| Allendale Elementary | 7.4 |
| Lockwood STEAM Academy Elementary | 5.0 |
| Aspire College Academy | 7.6 |
| East Oakland Pride Elementary | 3.6 |
| Learning Without Limits | 5.5 |
| Bridges @ Melrose Academy Elementary | 4.7 |
| Global Family Elementary | 7.2 |
| Independent Study Sojourner Truth | 7.5 |
| EnCompass Academy Elementary | 7.1 |
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Demographics sourced from NCES Private School Survey (PSS) and Common Core of Data (CCD). Comparisons are based on enrollment-weighted averages.
School Profile
Limited Data- Grades
- Kindergarten – 5th
- Enrollment
- 50 students
- Type
- Private
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 10:1
- Address
- 5000 MacArthur Boulevard, Oakland, CA 94613
- Phone
- (510) 430-2118
- Data Year
- SY 2024-25
Why doesn't this school have a score?
We don't have enough verified data to rate this school fairly. Private schools in CA aren't required to report standardized test scores to the state, which limits the data available for our rating model.
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Test Scores
Test score data not yet available for this school.
Location
5000 MacArthur Boulevard, Oakland, CA 94613
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Mills College Children's School at Northeastern University may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Melrose Leadership Academy (rated 9.1/10, 0.8 miles away). Another option is Redwood Heights Elementary (rated 8.9/10, 1.2 miles away). Additionally, Carl B. Munck Elementary (rated 8.1/10, 1.1 miles away). For more schools in Oakland, see our Oakland schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.1 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Julia Morgan School for Girls Oakland | 0.1 mi | — |
| JULIA MORGAN SCHOOL FOR GIRLS Oakland | 0.3 mi | 7.6 |
| Aspire Triumph Technology Academy Oakland | 0.5 mi | 3.1 |
| Oakland Unity High Oakland | 0.5 mi | 8.3 |
| Infant and Preschool Program Oakland | 0.5 mi | — |
| Urban Montessori Charter Oakland | 0.5 mi | 4.3 |
| Spectrum Center, Camden Campus Oakland | 0.6 mi | — |
| SPECTRUM CENTER Oakland | 0.6 mi | 5.6 |
| Frick United Academy of Language Middle Oakland | 0.6 mi | 5.3 |
| MOUNTAIN BLVD MONTESSORI SCHOOL Oakland | 0.8 mi | — |
| Seneca Family of Agencies-Maya Angelou Academy Oakland | 0.8 mi | — |
| SENECA FAMILY OF AGENCIES MAYA ANGELOU ACADEMY Oakland | 0.8 mi | — |
| Melrose Leadership Academy Oakland | 0.8 mi | 9.1 |
| Markham Elementary Oakland | 1.1 mi | 6.3 |
| Carl B. Munck Elementary Oakland | 1.1 mi | 8.1 |
| Burckhalter Elementary Oakland | 0.9 mi | 7.9 |
| Redwood Heights Elementary Oakland | 1.2 mi | 8.9 |
| Laurel Elementary Oakland | 1.1 mi | 7.0 |
| CORNERSTONE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Oakland | 1.1 mi | — |
| Baywood Learning Centers Oakland | 1.1 mi | — |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 94613 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Population
529
College Educated
3.8%
Poverty Rate
61.5%
Median Age
19.7
Community Profile
It is a community where 4% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The area has a poverty rate of 61.5%, indicating some economic challenges in the community. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Mills College Children's School at Northeastern University
What grades does Mills College Children's School at Northeastern University serve?
Mills College Children's School at Northeastern University serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend Mills College Children's School at Northeastern University?
Mills College Children's School at Northeastern University has an enrollment of approximately 50 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Mills College Children's School at Northeastern University?
The student-teacher ratio at Mills College Children's School at Northeastern University is 10:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
Is Mills College Children's School at Northeastern University a private school?
Yes, Mills College Children's School at Northeastern University is a private coeducational school. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.
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Neighborhood Context
- City Safety
- High (9,182/100K)
FBI UCR 2024. City-level (Oakland). Data >1 year old.
Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2024-25)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 5th
- Enrollment
- 50
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 10:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 5
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- County
- Alameda
- Phone
- (510) 430-2118
- Data Year
- 2025–2026
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