Very Good
#3404 of 9,539 schools in CA
Top 36% in state
Ocean View Elementary
Elementary School · Albany City Unified
1000 Jackson St., Albany, CA 94706
Enrollment
548
Student-Teacher
22.8:1
Score
7.0
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
548
Student-Teacher
22.8:1
Score
7.0
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#3,404 of 9,539
In Albany
#5 of 5
public schools
In district
#5 of 5
Albany City Unified
Equity
8.7 / 10
Excellent
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Ocean View Elementary
Elementary School in Albany · grades Kindergarten – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Ocean View Elementary
Ocean View Elementary is a public elementary school in Albany, CA, part of Albany City Unified. Ocean View Elementary serves approximately 548 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 22.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Ocean View Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.0 out of 10 and ranks #3,404 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Ocean View Elementary show 67% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 68% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 7.0 · Very Good
- District avg 8.1
- CA avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
Ocean View Elementary runs 22.8:1 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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Ocean View Elementary — Students at Ocean View Elementary score 58% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 49%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
44.7%
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: 6.1/10.
How Ocean View Elementary Compares
See how Ocean View Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
1000 Jackson St., Albany, CA 94706
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Ocean View Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Ruth Acty Elementary (rated 9.5/10, 1.1 miles away, in nearby Berkeley), which scores notably higher. Another option is Cornell Elementary (rated 9.1/10, 0.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Marin Elementary (rated 8.2/10, 0.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Albany, see our Albany schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.2 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Cornell Elementary Albany | 0.4 mi | 9.1 |
| Tilden Preparatory School Albany | 0.4 mi | — |
| TILDEN PREPARATORY SCHOOL Albany | 0.4 mi | 6.2 |
| Albany Middle Albany | 0.9 mi | 9.0 |
| Albany High Albany | 0.8 mi | 9.1 |
| MacGregor High (Continuation) Albany | 0.8 mi | — |
| Marin Elementary Albany | 0.7 mi | 8.2 |
| Harding Elementary El Cerrito | 1.2 mi | 7.9 |
| Saint Mary's College High School Berkeley | 1.0 mi | — |
| Ruth Acty Elementary Berkeley | 1.1 mi | 9.5 |
| FUSION ACADEMY BERKELEY Berkeley | 1.3 mi | 6.7 |
| Fusion Academy Berkeley Berkeley | 1.3 mi | — |
| THE CROWDEN SCHOOL Berkeley | 1.1 mi | 7.8 |
| BPC UPPER SCHOOL Berkeley | 1.4 mi | 7.4 |
| The Crowden School Berkeley | 1.1 mi | — |
| Black Pine Circle Berkeley | 1.4 mi | — |
| GOLESTAN SCHOOL El Cerrito | 1.3 mi | 5.7 |
| BLACK PINE CIRCLE SCHOOL Berkeley | 1.4 mi | 7.4 |
| Golestan School El Cerrito | 1.3 mi | — |
| CEDAR CREEK MONTESSORI SCHOOL Berkeley | 1.2 mi | — |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 94706 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$136,961
Median Home Value
$1,188,100
Median Rent
$2,394/mo
Population
20,486
College Educated
76.7%
Homeownership
53.9%
Avg Commute
32.8 min
Poverty Rate
8.1%
Median Age
38.1
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| Aileen Colburn Elementary Atwater, CA | 7.0 |
| American Elementary Bakersfield, CA | 7.0 |
| Arcohe Elementary Herald, CA | 7.0 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Ocean View Elementary
What grades does Ocean View Elementary serve?
Ocean View Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend Ocean View Elementary?
Ocean View Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 548 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Ocean View Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Ocean View Elementary is 22.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Ocean View Elementary rank in CA?
Ocean View Elementary ranks #3,404 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Ocean View Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Ocean View Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.0 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 Ocean View Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Ocean View Elementary has 67% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 68% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Ocean View Elementary a charter school?
No, Ocean View Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Ocean View Elementary a Title I school?
No, Ocean View Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Ocean View Elementary?
44.7% of students at Ocean View 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
- 548
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 22.8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 24
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 44.7%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Alameda County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 19.2%
- Phone
- (510) 558-4800
Resources & Links
District
Albany City Unified- District Enrollment
- 3,574
- Schools in District
- 6
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $17,768
- District Rank
- #5 of 5
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