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Peralta Elementary

Elementary School · Oakland Unified

460 63rd St., Oakland, CA 94609

Enrollment

341

Student-Teacher

26.2:1

Score

6.1

Grades

Kindergarten – 5th

Updated 2022-23

How this school compares

In Oakland

#79 of 147

public schools

California elementary schools

#3,228 of 5,817

In district

#52 of 79

Oakland Unified

Equity

9.4 / 10

Exceptional

About Peralta Elementary

Peralta Elementary serves 341 students in kindergarten through fifth grade on 63rd Street in Oakland, California. With a MySchoolScout rating of 7.8 out of 10, the school ranks in the 84th percentile statewide, placing it at #1526 out of 9,566 California elementary schools. The school demonstrates strong academic performance, with 76% of students achieving proficiency or above in English Language Arts and 66% reaching proficiency in mathematics.

These results reflect the dedication of Peralta's 13 full-time equivalent teachers, who work with a student-teacher ratio of 26.2:1. Peralta Elementary draws families from the surrounding 94609 zip code area, where the median household income reaches $107,242 and home values average $1,097,200. The community shows a strong educational foundation, with 62% of residents holding bachelor's degrees or higher, while maintaining a relatively low poverty rate of 10.1%.

This educated, engaged community of 25,175 residents creates a supportive environment for student learning. The school operates as a regular public elementary school within Oakland's diverse urban landscape, benefiting from both the resources of a large city and the stability of a well-established neighborhood committed to educational excellence.

What Parents Should Know

The student-teacher ratio at Peralta Elementary is 26.2:1, which is higher than the national average. This may mean larger class sizes, so parents should ask about classroom support, teaching assistants, and how the school differentiates instruction for students who need extra help.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress4.4Below Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data2
Annual Change-1.79 pts/yr
Data Period2019–2024
TrendDeclining
Academics9.2Exceptional30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency64.7%
Reading/ELA Proficiency75.3%
Math vs. State Avg+19 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+32.5 pts
Overall Proficiency70%
Expected (poverty-adj.)57%
vs. Expected+12.6 pts
Adjusted Percentile88th
College ReadinessNot Available

Data not available for this school

Resources & Environment5.6Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio26.2:1
Per-Pupil Spending$20,628

Peralta Elementary — Students at Peralta Elementary score 70% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 57%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

31.4%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)

Math Proficiency 67.8%
School
State
39.4%
ELA Proficiency 76.9%
School
State
45.3%

Based on 10 test records from CA state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2019
Math
77%
ELA
82%
2024
Math
65.6%
ELA
75.6%

Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 4.4/10.

How Peralta Elementary Compares

See how Peralta Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
6.1/10
44th percentile in CA
Academic
9.2/10
9.2/10
Growth
4.4/10
Below average
Environment
5.6/10
Above average

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
31%
Teaching Staff
26:1 student-teacher ratio
13 teachers

Location

460 63rd St., Oakland, CA 94609

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Peralta Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. John Muir Elementary (rated 9.3/10, 0.9 miles away, in nearby Berkeley), which scores notably higher. Another option is Sylvia Mendez Elementary (rated 9.2/10, 0.6 miles away, in nearby Berkeley), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Emerson Elementary (rated 9.1/10, 0.9 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 8.7
MENTORING ACADEMY Oakland 0.4 mi
Claremont Middle Oakland 0.5 mi 8.3
Sylvia Mendez Elementary Berkeley 0.6 mi 9.2
Willard Middle Berkeley 0.7 mi 8.9
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 9.1
Malcolm X Elementary Berkeley 0.8 mi 8.5
Emerson Elementary Oakland 1.1 mi 8.3
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 5.9
John Muir Elementary Berkeley 0.9 mi 9.3
Chabot Elementary Oakland 0.9 mi 6.3
Berkeley Technology Academy Berkeley 1.0 mi 7.1
Berkeley Independent Study K-8 Berkeley 1.0 mi
Oakland Technical High Oakland 1.2 mi 8.7

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

Community Profile

The community surrounding Peralta Elementary has a median household income of $106,698. It is a well-educated community where 62% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $1,147,900, with a median rent of $2,116/month. The area has a poverty rate of 10.0%. The average commute for residents is 32 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.

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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 is ranked #5334 out of 9,533 schools in CA.

What is Peralta Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?

Peralta Elementary has a composite rating of 6.1 out of 10 on MySchoolScout. This score combines academic performance, student growth, and school environment into a single score. Equity data is shown separately for context.

What are the test scores at Peralta Elementary?

Based on the most recent state assessment data, Peralta Elementary has 67.8% math proficiency and 76.9% reading/ELA proficiency.

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.

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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 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
Data Year
2023–2024

District

Oakland Unified
District Enrollment
33,916
Schools in District
82
Per-Pupil Spending
$22,181
District Rank
#52 of 79

How We Rate Schools

Every school receives a composite score from 1 to 10 based on four pillars: Academic Performance (50%), Student Growth (20%), Equity (15%), and Learning Environment (15%). Scores are built from publicly available data including standardized test results, enrollment figures, and school climate indicators.

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