Excellent
#1442 of 9,539 schools in CA
Top 15% in state
Sequoia Elementary
Elementary School · Oakland Unified
3730 Lincoln Ave., Oakland, CA 94602
Enrollment
447
Student-Teacher
23.5:1
Score
8.1
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
447
Student-Teacher
23.5:1
Score
8.1
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#1,442 of 9,539
In Oakland
#11 of 147
public schools
In district
#5 of 79
Oakland Unified
Equity
9.3 / 10
Excellent
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About Sequoia Elementary
Sequoia Elementary is a public elementary school in Oakland, CA, part of Oakland Unified. Sequoia Elementary serves approximately 447 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 23.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Sequoia Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.1 out of 10 and ranks #1,442 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Sequoia Elementary show 58% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 60% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 8.1 · Excellent
- District avg 4.5
- CA avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
Sequoia Elementary runs 23.5:1 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.
53% of students at Sequoia 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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Sequoia Elementary — Students at Sequoia Elementary score 65% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 50%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
43.6%
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: 9.1/10.
How Sequoia Elementary Compares
See how Sequoia Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
3730 Lincoln Ave., Oakland, CA 94602
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Sequoia Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. THE RENAISSANCE INTERNATIONAL SCHOOL (rated 8.7/10, 0.3 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is Glenview Elementary (rated 7.3/10, 0.5 miles away), with a comparable rating. Additionally, REDWOOD DAY SCHOOL (rated 6.9/10, 0.6 miles away), a more accessible option. For more schools in Oakland, see our Oakland schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.0 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Bret Harte Middle Oakland | 0.3 mi | 5.0 |
| THE RENAISSANCE INTERNATIONAL SCHOOL Oakland | 0.3 mi | 8.7 |
| Fred Finch–Oakland Hills Academy Oakland | 0.3 mi | — |
| FRED FINCH-OAKLAND HILLS ACADEMY Oakland | 0.3 mi | — |
| Fruitvale Elementary Oakland | 0.4 mi | 2.2 |
| HEAD ROYCE SCHOOL Oakland | 0.5 mi | 7.6 |
| Glenview Elementary Oakland | 0.5 mi | 7.3 |
| Head-Royce School Oakland | 0.6 mi | — |
| REDWOOD DAY SCHOOL Oakland | 0.6 mi | 6.9 |
| Corpus Christi Elementary Piedmont | 0.8 mi | — |
| CORPUS CHRISTI SCHOOL Piedmont | 0.8 mi | 5.8 |
| GROWING LIGHT MONTESSORI SCHOOL Oakland | 0.8 mi | — |
| Growing Light Montessori School Oakland | 0.8 mi | — |
| Allendale Elementary Oakland | 1.0 mi | 3.2 |
| Academia de Mi Abuela Piedmont | 1.1 mi | — |
| CORNERSTONE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Oakland | 1.1 mi | — |
| Manzanita Community Elementary Oakland | 1.0 mi | 2.1 |
| Manzanita SEED Elementary Oakland | 1.0 mi | 3.7 |
| Laurel Elementary Oakland | 1.0 mi | 3.4 |
| Edna Brewer Middle Oakland | 1.0 mi | 8.4 |
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
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Sequoia Elementary
What grades does Sequoia Elementary serve?
Sequoia Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend Sequoia Elementary?
Sequoia Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 447 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Sequoia Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Sequoia Elementary is 23.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Sequoia Elementary rank in CA?
Sequoia Elementary ranks #1,442 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Sequoia Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Sequoia Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.1 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 Sequoia Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Sequoia Elementary has 58% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 60% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Sequoia Elementary a charter school?
No, Sequoia Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Sequoia Elementary a Title I school?
No, Sequoia Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Sequoia Elementary?
43.6% of students at Sequoia 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
- 447
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 23.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 19
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 43.6%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Alameda County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 52.8%
- Phone
- (510) 879-2151
Resources & Links
District
Oakland Unified- District Enrollment
- 33,916
- Schools in District
- 82
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $22,181
- District Rank
- #5 of 79
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