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#564 of 1,787 private schools in CA
Top 32% of private schools
Redwood Day School
Elementary School
3245 SHEFFIELD AVE, Oakland, CA 94602
Enrollment
421
Student-Teacher
11.7:1
Score
6.9
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Enrollment
421
Student-Teacher
11.7:1
Score
6.9
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
California private schools
#564 of 1,787
In Oakland
#11 of 18
public schools
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Redwood Day School
Elementary School in Oakland · grades Kindergarten – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Redwood Day School
Redwood Day School is a private elementary school in Oakland, CA. Redwood Day School serves approximately 421 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-8th, and has a 11.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Redwood Day School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.9 out of 10 and ranks #564 of 1,787 private schools in CA.
- This school 6.9 · Average
- CA avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
Redwood Day School is private, so it runs independently of the local district and sets its own curriculum. That freedom cuts both ways depending on what you want for your child. If you're considering it, start with the practical questions: tuition, financial aid, and how admissions work.
Compare to Public Schools
BetaHow Redwood Day School compares to 122 public schools serving similar grades in Oakland, CA
Student Demographics
Nearby Elementary Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Redwood Day School (this school) | 6.9 |
| Fruitvale Elementary | 2.2 |
| Manzanita SEED Elementary | 3.7 |
| Manzanita Community Elementary | 2.1 |
| Glenview Elementary | 7.3 |
| Edna Brewer Middle | 8.4 |
| Sequoia Elementary | 8.1 |
| Bret Harte Middle | 5.0 |
| Bella Vista Elementary | 3.8 |
| Crocker Highlands Elementary | 7.4 |
| LIFE Academy | 8.9 |
| United for Success Academy Middle | 6.5 |
| Roosevelt Middle | 6.7 |
| Garfield Elementary | 3.5 |
| Urban Promise Academy Middle | 4.6 |
| Achieve Academy | 8.0 |
| Allendale Elementary | 3.2 |
| Cleveland Elementary | 5.7 |
| Community School for Creative Education | 5.2 |
| Learning Without Limits | 5.8 |
| International Community Elementary | 3.5 |
Showing 20 of 122 schools. View all schools in Oakland
Demographics sourced from NCES Private School Survey (PSS) and Common Core of Data (CCD). Comparisons are based on enrollment-weighted averages.
Score Breakdown
PreliminaryWhat This Rating Measures
This rating reflects classroom size, instructional time, student diversity, community resources, and school characteristics. Private schools are ranked against other private schools in CA.
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Score basis: Private school model
Data coverage: 80% of scoring components had data
Components scored: 4 of 5
Ranking pool: Private schools in CA
Test Scores
Test score data not yet available for this school.
Student Demographics NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)
Location
3245 SHEFFIELD AVE, Oakland, CA 94602
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Redwood Day School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. THE RENAISSANCE INTERNATIONAL SCHOOL (rated 8.7/10, 0.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Sequoia Elementary (rated 8.1/10, 0.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Achieve Academy (rated 8.0/10, 1.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Oakland, see our Oakland schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.2 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Manzanita Community Elementary Oakland | 0.5 mi | 2.1 |
| Manzanita SEED Elementary Oakland | 0.5 mi | 3.7 |
| THE RENAISSANCE INTERNATIONAL SCHOOL Oakland | 0.5 mi | 8.7 |
| Glenview Elementary Oakland | 0.5 mi | 7.3 |
| Fruitvale Elementary Oakland | 0.5 mi | 2.2 |
| Edna Brewer Middle Oakland | 0.5 mi | 8.4 |
| Sequoia Elementary Oakland | 0.6 mi | 8.1 |
| Patten Academy of Christian Education Oakland | 0.9 mi | — |
| Oakland Charter High Oakland | 0.9 mi | 7.1 |
| PATTEN ACADEMY OF CHRISTIAN EDUCATION Oakland | 0.9 mi | 7.7 |
| Crocker Highlands Elementary Oakland | 0.9 mi | 7.4 |
| LIFE Academy Oakland | 1.0 mi | 8.9 |
| United for Success Academy Middle Oakland | 1.0 mi | 6.5 |
| Bret Harte Middle Oakland | 0.8 mi | 5.0 |
| Bella Vista Elementary Oakland | 0.9 mi | 3.8 |
| FRED FINCH-OAKLAND HILLS ACADEMY Oakland | 0.9 mi | — |
| Fred Finch–Oakland Hills Academy Oakland | 0.9 mi | — |
| Oakland High Oakland | 0.9 mi | 6.0 |
| Urban Promise Academy Middle Oakland | 1.1 mi | 4.6 |
| Achieve Academy Oakland | 1.2 mi | 8.0 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 94602 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$124,744
Median Home Value
$1,111,800
Median Rent
$1,924/mo
Population
31,450
College Educated
58%
Homeownership
59.3%
Avg Commute
29.6 min
Poverty Rate
8.3%
Median Age
42.3
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| ASCEND Oakland, CA | 6.9 |
| Adelante Dual Language Academy II San Jose, CA | 6.9 |
| Audubon K-8 San Diego, CA | 6.9 |
| Bonny View Elementary Redding, CA | 6.9 |
| Castle Park Elementary Chula Vista, CA | 6.9 |
| Ceres Elementary Whittier, CA | 6.9 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Redwood Day School
What grades does Redwood Day School serve?
Redwood Day School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 8th.
How many students attend Redwood Day School?
Redwood Day School has an enrollment of approximately 421 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Redwood Day School?
The student-teacher ratio at Redwood Day School is 11.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Redwood Day School rank in CA?
Redwood Day School ranks #564 of 1,787 private schools in CA.
What is Redwood Day School's MySchoolScout rating?
Redwood Day School 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.
Is Redwood Day School a private school?
Yes, Redwood Day School is a private coeducational school with a Nonsectarian affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.
Is Redwood Day School a religious school?
No, Redwood Day School is a nonsectarian (non-religious) private school.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 8th
- Enrollment
- 421
- Gender Split
- 49% M / 51% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 11.7:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 36
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Nonsectarian
- School Day
- 7 hours
- Days Per Year
- 180 days
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Alameda County
- Phone
- (510) 534-0800
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