Below Average
#7797 of 9,539 schools in CA
Ruby Bridges Elementary
Elementary School · Alameda Unified
351 Jack London Ave., Alameda, CA 94501
Enrollment
434
Student-Teacher
24.1:1
Score
4.6
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
434
Student-Teacher
24.1:1
Score
4.6
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#7,797 of 9,539
In Alameda
#18 of 18
public schools
In district
#15 of 15
Alameda Unified
Academic performance
7.2 / 10
Very Good
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About Ruby Bridges Elementary
Ruby Bridges Elementary is a public elementary school in Alameda, CA, part of Alameda Unified. Ruby Bridges Elementary serves approximately 434 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 24.1:1 student-teacher ratio. Ruby Bridges Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.6 out of 10 and ranks #7,797 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Ruby Bridges Elementary show 43% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 43% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 4.6 · Below Average
- District avg 7.5
- CA avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
Ruby Bridges Elementary runs 24.1:1 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.
38% of students at Ruby Bridges 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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Ruby Bridges Elementary — Students at Ruby Bridges Elementary score 40% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 36%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
67.5%
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: 3.5/10.
How Ruby Bridges Elementary Compares
See how Ruby Bridges Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
351 Jack London Ave., Alameda, CA 94501
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Ruby Bridges Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. The Academy of Alameda (rated 8.9/10, 0.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Maya Lin (rated 8.6/10, 1.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, William G. Paden Elementary (rated 7.4/10, 0.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Alameda, see our Alameda schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.6 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Alameda Community Learning Center Alameda | 0.3 mi | 6.1 |
| Nea Community Learning Center Alameda | 0.3 mi | 6.1 |
| Alameda Science and Technology Institute Alameda | 0.2 mi | 8.8 |
| The Academy of Alameda Alameda | 0.4 mi | 8.9 |
| Island High (Continuation) Alameda | 0.5 mi | 6.4 |
| William G. Paden Elementary Alameda | 0.8 mi | 7.4 |
| Encinal Junior/Senior High Alameda | 0.8 mi | 7.5 |
| MONTESSORI ELEMENTARY SCHOOL OF ALAMEDA Alameda | 0.8 mi | — |
| Maya Lin Alameda | 1.0 mi | 8.6 |
| ST VINCENT'S DAY HOME Oakland | 1.5 mi | — |
| LAMBO ACADEMY INTERNATIONAL Oakland | 1.4 mi | — |
| St. Vincent's Day Home Oakland | 1.5 mi | — |
| Martin Luther King Jr. Elementary Oakland | 1.6 mi | 3.9 |
| LAMBO Academy International Oakland | 1.5 mi | — |
| LAMBO ACADEMY INTERNATIONAL Oakland | 1.5 mi | — |
| Lincoln Elementary Oakland | 1.5 mi | 6.4 |
| West Oakland Middle Oakland | 1.8 mi | 6.9 |
| Ralph J. Bunche Continuation High Oakland | 1.8 mi | 6.8 |
| Gateway to College High at Laney College Oakland | 1.5 mi | 5.8 |
| AIMS College Prep Middle Oakland | 1.6 mi | 7.0 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 94501 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$119,500
Median Home Value
$1,213,100
Median Rent
$2,362/mo
Population
63,517
College Educated
58.1%
Homeownership
41.8%
Avg Commute
31.3 min
Poverty Rate
7.8%
Median Age
40.1
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|---|---|
| Adams Elementary Riverside, CA | 4.6 |
| Arlanza Elementary Riverside, CA | 4.6 |
| Buckeye School of the Arts Redding, CA | 4.6 |
| Bursch Elementary Compton, CA | 4.6 |
| Cabrillo Elementary Upland, CA | 4.6 |
| Captain Raymond Collins Long Beach, CA | 4.6 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Ruby Bridges Elementary
What grades does Ruby Bridges Elementary serve?
Ruby Bridges Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend Ruby Bridges Elementary?
Ruby Bridges Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 434 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Ruby Bridges Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Ruby Bridges Elementary is 24.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Ruby Bridges Elementary rank in CA?
Ruby Bridges Elementary ranks #7,797 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Ruby Bridges Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Ruby Bridges Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.6 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 Ruby Bridges Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Ruby Bridges Elementary has 43% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 43% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Ruby Bridges Elementary a charter school?
No, Ruby Bridges Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Ruby Bridges Elementary a Title I school?
No, Ruby Bridges Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Ruby Bridges Elementary?
67.5% of students at Ruby Bridges 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
- 434
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 24.1:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 18
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 67.5%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Alameda County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 38.2%
- Phone
- (510) 748-4006
Resources & Links
District
Alameda Unified- District Enrollment
- 9,061
- Schools in District
- 16
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $16,957
- District Rank
- #15 of 15
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