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#4159 of 9,539 schools in CA
Top 44% in state
Redwood Heights Elementary
Elementary School · Oakland Unified
4401 39th Ave., Oakland, CA 94619
Enrollment
383
Student-Teacher
27.4:1
Score
6.7
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
383
Student-Teacher
27.4:1
Score
6.7
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#4,159 of 9,539
In Oakland
#39 of 147
public schools
In district
#16 of 79
Oakland Unified
Equity
9.8 / 10
Excellent
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About Redwood Heights Elementary
Redwood Heights Elementary is a public elementary school in Oakland, CA, part of Oakland Unified. Redwood Heights Elementary serves approximately 383 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 27.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Redwood Heights Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.7 out of 10 and ranks #4,159 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Redwood Heights Elementary show 62% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 69% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 6.7 · Average
- District avg 4.5
- CA avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
Redwood Heights Elementary runs 27.4:1 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.
43% of students at Redwood Heights 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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Redwood Heights Elementary — Students at Redwood Heights Elementary score 74% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 50%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
44.1%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)
Based on 32 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: 6.5/10.
How Redwood Heights Elementary Compares
See how Redwood Heights Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
4401 39th Ave., Oakland, CA 94619
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Redwood Heights Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Melrose Leadership Academy (rated 8.9/10, 1.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is OAKLAND HEBREW DAY SCHOOL (rated 7.1/10, 0.9 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Urban Montessori Charter (rated 4.4/10, 0.7 miles away), a more accessible option. For more schools in Oakland, see our Oakland schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.1 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| RASKOB DAY SCHOOL Oakland | 0.3 mi | 5.3 |
| MOUNTAIN BLVD MONTESSORI SCHOOL Oakland | 0.5 mi | — |
| Urban Montessori Charter Oakland | 0.7 mi | 4.4 |
| Seneca Family of Agencies-Maya Angelou Academy Oakland | 0.7 mi | — |
| SENECA FAMILY OF AGENCIES MAYA ANGELOU ACADEMY Oakland | 0.7 mi | — |
| Laurel Elementary Oakland | 0.6 mi | 3.4 |
| Carl B. Munck Elementary Oakland | 0.7 mi | 3.6 |
| CORNERSTONE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Oakland | 0.8 mi | — |
| JULIA MORGAN SCHOOL FOR GIRLS Oakland | 1.0 mi | 7.6 |
| OAKLAND HEBREW DAY SCHOOL Oakland | 0.9 mi | 7.1 |
| Oakland Hebrew Day School Oakland | 0.9 mi | — |
| Mills College Children's School at Northeastern University Oakland | 1.2 mi | — |
| Julia Morgan School for Girls Oakland | 1.3 mi | — |
| GROWING LIGHT MONTESSORI SCHOOL Oakland | 1.2 mi | — |
| Growing Light Montessori School Oakland | 1.2 mi | — |
| FRED FINCH-OAKLAND HILLS ACADEMY Oakland | 1.1 mi | — |
| Fred Finch–Oakland Hills Academy Oakland | 1.1 mi | — |
| Melrose Leadership Academy Oakland | 1.3 mi | 8.9 |
| Allendale Elementary Oakland | 1.2 mi | 3.2 |
| Bret Harte Middle Oakland | 1.1 mi | 5.0 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 94619 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$129,879
Median Home Value
$997,300
Median Rent
$2,131/mo
Population
28,044
College Educated
57.3%
Homeownership
66.9%
Avg Commute
35.2 min
Poverty Rate
6.2%
Median Age
37.7
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| ABRAHAM JOSHUA HESCHEL DAY SCHOOL Northridge, CA | 6.7 |
| Ambler Avenue Elementary Carson, CA | 6.7 |
| American Union Elementary Fresno, CA | 6.7 |
| Arthur F. Corey Elementary Buena Park, CA | 6.7 |
| Baldwin (Julia) Elementary San Jose, CA | 6.7 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Redwood Heights Elementary
What grades does Redwood Heights Elementary serve?
Redwood Heights Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend Redwood Heights Elementary?
Redwood Heights Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 383 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Redwood Heights Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Redwood Heights Elementary is 27.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Redwood Heights Elementary rank in CA?
Redwood Heights Elementary ranks #4,159 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Redwood Heights Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Redwood Heights Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.7 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 Redwood Heights Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Redwood Heights Elementary has 62% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 69% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Redwood Heights Elementary a charter school?
No, Redwood Heights Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Redwood Heights Elementary a Title I school?
No, Redwood Heights Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Redwood Heights Elementary?
44.1% of students at Redwood Heights 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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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 5th
- Enrollment
- 383
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 27.4:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 14
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 44.1%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Alameda County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 42.6%
- Phone
- (510) 879-2148
Resources & Links
District
Oakland Unified- District Enrollment
- 33,916
- Schools in District
- 82
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $22,181
- District Rank
- #16 of 79
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