Needs Improvement
#9189 of 9,539 schools in CA
Piedmont Avenue Elementary
Elementary School · Oakland Unified
4314 Piedmont Ave., Oakland, CA 94611
Enrollment
313
Student-Teacher
20.9:1
Score
3.2
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
313
Student-Teacher
20.9:1
Score
3.2
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#9,189 of 9,539
In Oakland
#124 of 147
public schools
In district
#64 of 79
Oakland Unified
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About Piedmont Avenue Elementary
Piedmont Avenue Elementary is a public elementary school in Oakland, CA, part of Oakland Unified. Piedmont Avenue Elementary serves approximately 313 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 20.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Piedmont Avenue Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.2 out of 10 and ranks #9,189 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Piedmont Avenue Elementary show 33% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 32% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 3.2 · Needs Improvement
- District avg 4.5
- CA avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
Piedmont Avenue Elementary runs 20.9:1 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.
82% of students at Piedmont Avenue 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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Piedmont Avenue Elementary — Students at Piedmont Avenue Elementary score 26% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 29%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
79.9%
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: 2.2/10.
How Piedmont Avenue Elementary Compares
See how Piedmont Avenue Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
4314 Piedmont Ave., Oakland, CA 94611
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Piedmont Avenue Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Beach Elementary (rated 9.6/10, 0.4 miles away, in nearby Piedmont), which scores notably higher. Another option is Wildwood Elementary (rated 9.3/10, 1.0 miles away, in nearby Piedmont), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Havens Elementary (rated 9.0/10, 0.9 miles away, in nearby Piedmont), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Oakland, see our Oakland schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.2 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Saint Leo the Great School Oakland | 0.1 mi | — |
| PACIFIC BOYCHOIR ACADEMY Oakland | 0.2 mi | — |
| Beach Elementary Piedmont | 0.4 mi | 9.6 |
| Oakland Technical High Oakland | 0.4 mi | 7.6 |
| Emerson Elementary Oakland | 0.6 mi | 4.7 |
| Oakland International High Oakland | 0.7 mi | 6.6 |
| ROCKRIDGE MONTESSORI SCHOOL Oakland | 0.9 mi | — |
| GRAND LAKE MONTESSORI Oakland | 0.9 mi | — |
| Piedmont Middle Piedmont | 0.9 mi | 9.0 |
| Havens Elementary Piedmont | 0.9 mi | 9.0 |
| Millennium High Alternative Piedmont | 0.9 mi | 7.5 |
| Wildwood Elementary Piedmont | 1.0 mi | 9.3 |
| Piedmont High Piedmont | 0.9 mi | 9.3 |
| Claremont Middle Oakland | 1.2 mi | 9.1 |
| AIMS College Prep High Oakland | 1.2 mi | 6.0 |
| Westlake Middle Oakland | 1.2 mi | 4.3 |
| ST THERESA SCHOOL Oakland | 1.1 mi | 7.7 |
| St. Theresa School Oakland | 1.1 mi | — |
| MENTORING ACADEMY Oakland | 1.3 mi | — |
| Hillcrest Oakland | 1.2 mi | 6.9 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 94611 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$176,517
Median Home Value
$1,485,000
Median Rent
$2,274/mo
Population
39,240
College Educated
77.8%
Homeownership
60.2%
Avg Commute
31.4 min
Poverty Rate
5.8%
Median Age
44.6
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|---|---|
| Abraham Lincoln Elementary Santa Rosa, CA | 3.2 |
| Alice Birney Elementary Eureka, CA | 3.2 |
| Alice N. Stroud Elementary Modesto, CA | 3.2 |
| Allendale Elementary Oakland, CA | 3.2 |
| Arlington Heights Elementary Citrus Heights, CA | 3.2 |
| Costano Elementary East Palo Alto, CA | 3.2 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Piedmont Avenue Elementary
What grades does Piedmont Avenue Elementary serve?
Piedmont Avenue Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend Piedmont Avenue Elementary?
Piedmont Avenue Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 313 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Piedmont Avenue Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Piedmont Avenue Elementary is 20.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Piedmont Avenue Elementary rank in CA?
Piedmont Avenue Elementary ranks #9,189 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Piedmont Avenue Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Piedmont Avenue Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.2 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 Piedmont Avenue Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Piedmont Avenue Elementary has 33% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 32% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Piedmont Avenue Elementary a charter school?
No, Piedmont Avenue Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Piedmont Avenue Elementary a Title I school?
No, Piedmont Avenue Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Piedmont Avenue Elementary?
79.9% of students at Piedmont Avenue 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
- 313
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 20.9:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 15
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 79.9%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Alameda County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 82.4%
- Phone
- (510) 879-3146
Resources & Links
District
Oakland Unified- District Enrollment
- 33,916
- Schools in District
- 82
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $22,181
- District Rank
- #64 of 79
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