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#3752 of 9,539 schools in CA
Top 39% in state
Peralta Elementary
Elementary School · Oakland Unified
460 63rd St., Oakland, CA 94609
Enrollment
341
Student-Teacher
26.2:1
Score
6.9
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
341
Student-Teacher
26.2:1
Score
6.9
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#3,752 of 9,539
In Oakland
#33 of 147
public schools
In district
#13 of 79
Oakland Unified
Equity
9.4 / 10
Excellent
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Peralta Elementary
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About Peralta Elementary
Peralta Elementary is a public elementary school in Oakland, CA, part of Oakland Unified. Peralta Elementary serves approximately 341 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 26.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Peralta Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.9 out of 10 and ranks #3,752 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Peralta Elementary show 74% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 79% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 6.9 · Average
- District avg 4.5
- CA avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
Peralta Elementary runs 26.2:1 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.
36% of students at Peralta 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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Peralta Elementary — Students at Peralta Elementary score 70% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 57%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
31.4%
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
→ StableAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 6.7/10.
How Peralta Elementary Compares
See how Peralta Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
460 63rd St., Oakland, CA 94609
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Peralta Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Emerson Elementary (rated 9.4/10, 0.9 miles away, in nearby Berkeley), which scores notably higher. Another option is John Muir Elementary (rated 9.4/10, 0.9 miles away, in nearby Berkeley), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Sylvia Mendez Elementary (rated 9.2/10, 0.6 miles away, in nearby Berkeley), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Oakland, see our Oakland schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.2 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| ESCUELA BILINGUE INTERNACIONAL Oakland | 0.1 mi | 8.3 |
| Sankofa United Elementary Oakland | 0.4 mi | 4.4 |
| MENTORING ACADEMY Oakland | 0.4 mi | — |
| Claremont Middle Oakland | 0.5 mi | 9.1 |
| Sylvia Mendez Elementary Berkeley | 0.6 mi | 9.2 |
| Willard Middle Berkeley | 0.7 mi | 9.7 |
| MAYBECK HIGH SCHOOL Berkeley | 0.9 mi | 7.4 |
| ROCKRIDGE MONTESSORI SCHOOL Oakland | 0.8 mi | — |
| Maybeck High School Berkeley | 0.9 mi | — |
| Emerson Elementary Berkeley | 0.9 mi | 9.4 |
| Malcolm X Elementary Berkeley | 0.8 mi | 8.8 |
| Emerson Elementary Oakland | 1.1 mi | 4.7 |
| Emerge Berkeley Christian Academy Berkeley | 1.1 mi | — |
| BERKELEY ROSE WALDORF SCHOOL Berkeley | 1.1 mi | 8.5 |
| Oakland International High Oakland | 1.1 mi | 6.6 |
| John Muir Elementary Berkeley | 0.9 mi | 9.4 |
| Chabot Elementary Oakland | 0.9 mi | 7.5 |
| Berkeley Technology Academy Berkeley | 1.0 mi | 6.6 |
| Berkeley Independent Study K-8 Berkeley | 1.0 mi | — |
| Oakland Technical High Oakland | 1.2 mi | 7.6 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 94609 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$106,698
Median Home Value
$1,147,900
Median Rent
$2,116/mo
Population
24,854
College Educated
62.2%
Homeownership
32.4%
Avg Commute
31.5 min
Poverty Rate
10%
Median Age
35.2
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Peralta Elementary
What grades does Peralta Elementary serve?
Peralta Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend Peralta Elementary?
Peralta Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 341 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Peralta Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Peralta Elementary is 26.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Peralta Elementary rank in CA?
Peralta Elementary ranks #3,752 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Peralta Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Peralta Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.9 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 Peralta Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Peralta Elementary has 74% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 79% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Peralta Elementary a charter school?
No, Peralta Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Peralta Elementary a Title I school?
No, Peralta Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Peralta Elementary?
31.4% of students at Peralta 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
- 341
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 26.2:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 13
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 31.4%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Alameda County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 35.5%
- Phone
- (510) 879-3145
Resources & Links
District
Oakland Unified- District Enrollment
- 33,916
- Schools in District
- 82
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $22,181
- District Rank
- #13 of 79
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