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#6456 of 9,539 schools in CA
Reach Academy Elementary
Elementary School · Oakland Unified
9845 Bancroft Ave., Oakland, CA 94603
Enrollment
427
Student-Teacher
32.8:1
Score
5.5
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
427
Student-Teacher
32.8:1
Score
5.5
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#6,456 of 9,539
In Oakland
#69 of 147
public schools
In district
#36 of 79
Oakland Unified
Academic growth
8.1 / 10
Excellent
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About Reach Academy Elementary
Reach Academy Elementary is a public elementary school in Oakland, CA, part of Oakland Unified. Reach Academy Elementary serves approximately 427 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 32.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Reach Academy Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.5 out of 10 and ranks #6,456 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Reach Academy Elementary show 16% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 13% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 5.5 · Average
- District avg 4.5
- CA avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
Test scores at Reach Academy Elementary sit below average, but its growth scores are strong: students here make above-average progress year over year. The raw numbers haven't caught up, but a school that keeps moving kids forward is doing the harder, more important work.
Reach Academy Elementary runs 32.8:1 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.
84% of students at Reach Academy 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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Reach Academy Elementary — Students at Reach Academy Elementary score 16% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 18%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
99.8%
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: 8.1/10.
How Reach Academy Elementary Compares
See how Reach Academy Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
9845 Bancroft Ave., Oakland, CA 94603
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Reach Academy Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Cox Academy (rated 8.3/10, 0.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Roosevelt Elementary (rated 7.6/10, 1.1 miles away, in nearby San Leandro), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Washington Elementary (rated 7.5/10, 1.0 miles away, in nearby San Leandro), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Oakland, see our Oakland schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.1 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Cox Academy Oakland | 0.1 mi | 8.3 |
| Elmhurst United Middle Oakland | 0.3 mi | 4.9 |
| Francophone Charter School of Oakland Oakland | 0.4 mi | 4.4 |
| Aspire Monarch Academy Oakland | 0.5 mi | 2.4 |
| BISHOP ODOWD HIGH SCHOOL Oakland | 0.5 mi | 4.7 |
| Bishop O'Dowd High School Oakland | 0.6 mi | — |
| Castlemont High Oakland | 0.8 mi | 4.3 |
| ILE OMODE Oakland | 0.7 mi | 4.9 |
| LPS Oakland R & D Campus Oakland | 0.9 mi | 4.9 |
| Washington Elementary San Leandro | 1.0 mi | 7.5 |
| Esperanza Elementary Oakland | 1.0 mi | 3.1 |
| Fred T. Korematsu Discovery Academy Elementary Oakland | 1.0 mi | 3.5 |
| Aspire College Academy Oakland | 1.1 mi | 7.0 |
| Deecolonize Academy Oakland | 1.2 mi | — |
| Oakland Academy of Knowledge Elementary Oakland | 1.1 mi | 3.6 |
| Highland Community Oakland | 1.0 mi | 2.2 |
| Roosevelt Elementary San Leandro | 1.1 mi | 7.6 |
| East Oakland Pride Elementary Oakland | 1.2 mi | 4.1 |
| Northern Light School Oakland | 1.2 mi | — |
| East Bay Innovation Academy Oakland | 1.1 mi | 6.7 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 94603 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$71,086
Median Home Value
$596,100
Median Rent
$1,838/mo
Population
36,440
College Educated
15.3%
Homeownership
46.2%
Avg Commute
27.7 min
Poverty Rate
13.2%
Median Age
34.2
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Reach Academy Elementary
What grades does Reach Academy Elementary serve?
Reach Academy Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend Reach Academy Elementary?
Reach Academy Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 427 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Reach Academy Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Reach Academy Elementary is 32.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Reach Academy Elementary rank in CA?
Reach Academy Elementary ranks #6,456 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Reach Academy Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Reach Academy Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.5 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 Reach Academy Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Reach Academy Elementary has 16% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 13% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Reach Academy Elementary a charter school?
No, Reach Academy Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Reach Academy Elementary a Title I school?
No, Reach Academy Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Reach Academy Elementary?
99.8% of students at Reach Academy 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
- 427
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 32.8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 13
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 99.8%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Alameda County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 84.3%
- Phone
- (510) 879-2193
Resources & Links
District
Oakland Unified- District Enrollment
- 33,916
- Schools in District
- 82
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $22,181
- District Rank
- #36 of 79
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