Very Good
#2459 of 9,539 schools in CA
Top 26% in state
Thousand Oaks Elementary
Elementary School · Berkeley Unified
840 Colusa Ave., Berkeley, CA 94707
Enrollment
363
Student-Teacher
24.2:1
Score
7.5
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
363
Student-Teacher
24.2:1
Score
7.5
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#2,459 of 9,539
In Berkeley
#15 of 16
public schools
In district
#15 of 16
Berkeley Unified
Equity
9.2 / 10
Excellent
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About Thousand Oaks Elementary
Thousand Oaks Elementary is a public elementary school in Berkeley, CA, part of Berkeley Unified. Thousand Oaks Elementary serves approximately 363 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 24.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Thousand Oaks Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.5 out of 10 and ranks #2,459 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Thousand Oaks Elementary show 60% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 58% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 7.5 · Very Good
- District avg 8.9
- CA avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
Thousand Oaks Elementary runs 24.2:1 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.
Score Breakdown
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Thousand Oaks Elementary — Students at Thousand Oaks Elementary score 67% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 57%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
30.9%
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: 6.6/10.
How Thousand Oaks Elementary Compares
See how Thousand Oaks Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
840 Colusa Ave., Berkeley, CA 94707
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Thousand Oaks Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Ruth Acty Elementary (rated 9.5/10, 1.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Berkeley Arts Magnet at Whittier (rated 9.3/10, 1.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Cornell Elementary (rated 9.1/10, 0.8 miles away, in nearby Albany), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Berkeley, see our Berkeley schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.2 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Marin Elementary Albany | 0.5 mi | 8.2 |
| Saint Mary's College High School Berkeley | 0.8 mi | — |
| Albany High Albany | 0.7 mi | 9.1 |
| MacGregor High (Continuation) Albany | 0.7 mi | — |
| Martin Luther King Middle Berkeley | 0.8 mi | 9.3 |
| School of the Madeleine Berkeley | 0.7 mi | — |
| SCHOOL OF THE MADELEINE Berkeley | 0.8 mi | 8.3 |
| Cragmont Elementary Berkeley | 0.7 mi | 8.9 |
| GOLESTAN SCHOOL El Cerrito | 0.9 mi | 5.7 |
| Golestan School El Cerrito | 0.9 mi | — |
| THE CROWDEN SCHOOL Berkeley | 1.0 mi | 7.8 |
| The Crowden School Berkeley | 1.0 mi | — |
| TILDEN PREPARATORY SCHOOL Albany | 0.8 mi | 6.2 |
| Tilden Preparatory School Albany | 0.8 mi | — |
| Albany Middle Albany | 0.8 mi | 9.0 |
| Ruth Acty Elementary Berkeley | 1.0 mi | 9.5 |
| Cornell Elementary Albany | 0.8 mi | 9.1 |
| CEDAR CREEK MONTESSORI SCHOOL Berkeley | 1.2 mi | — |
| Harding Elementary El Cerrito | 1.0 mi | 7.9 |
| Berkeley Arts Magnet at Whittier Berkeley | 1.2 mi | 9.3 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 94707 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$196,591
Median Home Value
$1,626,500
Median Rent
$2,406/mo
Population
12,728
College Educated
85.4%
Homeownership
87%
Avg Commute
34 min
Poverty Rate
3.7%
Median Age
52.6
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| Abraham Lincoln Elementary Costa Mesa, CA | 7.5 |
| Alcott Elementary San Diego, CA | 7.5 |
| Antelope Creek Elementary Rocklin, CA | 7.5 |
| Arellanes (Don Juan Bautista) Elementary Santa Maria, CA | 7.5 |
| Aspen Elementary Thousand Oaks, CA | 7.5 |
| Bella Vista Elementary Bella Vista, CA | 7.5 |
Compare Thousand Oaks Elementary with similar schools nearby
Side-by-side ratings, test scores, and demographics for the schools parents most often weigh against this one.
- CompareThousand Oaks Elementary vs John Muir ElementaryBerkeley, CA Peer score 9.4/10 +1.9 vs Thousand Oaks Elementary
- CompareThousand Oaks Elementary vs Cragmont ElementaryBerkeley, CA Peer score 8.9/10 +1.4 vs Thousand Oaks Elementary
- CompareThousand Oaks Elementary vs Washington ElementaryBerkeley, CA Peer score 9.0/10 +1.5 vs Thousand Oaks Elementary
- CompareThousand Oaks Elementary vs Ruth Acty ElementaryBerkeley, CA Peer score 9.5/10 +2.0 vs Thousand Oaks Elementary
- CompareThousand Oaks Elementary vs Sylvia Mendez ElementaryBerkeley, CA Peer score 9.2/10 +1.7 vs Thousand Oaks Elementary
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Thousand Oaks Elementary
What grades does Thousand Oaks Elementary serve?
Thousand Oaks Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend Thousand Oaks Elementary?
Thousand Oaks Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 363 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Thousand Oaks Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Thousand Oaks Elementary is 24.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Thousand Oaks Elementary rank in CA?
Thousand Oaks Elementary ranks #2,459 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Thousand Oaks Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Thousand Oaks Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.5 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 Thousand Oaks Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Thousand Oaks Elementary has 60% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 58% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Thousand Oaks Elementary a charter school?
No, Thousand Oaks Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Thousand Oaks Elementary a Title I school?
No, Thousand Oaks Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Thousand Oaks Elementary?
30.9% of students at Thousand Oaks 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
- 363
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 24.2:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 15
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 30.9%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Midsize City
- County
- Alameda County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 22.3%
- Phone
- (510) 644-6368
Resources & Links
District
Berkeley Unified- District Enrollment
- 9,077
- Schools in District
- 18
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $22,833
- District Rank
- #15 of 16
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