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#106 of 9,539 schools in CA

Top 1% in state

Wildwood Elementary

Elementary School · Piedmont City Unified

301 Wildwood Ave., Piedmont, CA 94611

Enrollment

270

Student-Teacher

16.9:1

Score

9.3

Grades

Kindergarten – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

California schools

#106 of 9,539

In Piedmont

#3 of 6

public schools

In district

#3 of 6

Piedmont City Unified

Equity

9.8 / 10

Excellent

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Wildwood Elementary

9.3/10

Elementary School in Piedmont · grades Kindergarten – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

Piedmont Middle

9.0/10

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7.5/10

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About Wildwood Elementary

Wildwood Elementary is a public elementary school in Piedmont, CA, part of Piedmont City Unified. Wildwood Elementary serves approximately 270 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 16.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Wildwood Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 9.3 out of 10 and ranks #106 of 9,539 schools in CA.

Structured state assessment records for Wildwood Elementary show 91% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 88% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

How it comparesOn par with district
  • This school 9.3 · Excellent
  • District avg 9.3
  • CA avg 6.2

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress9.0Excellent50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-0.29 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2024
TrendStable
Academics9.6Excellent30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency90.2% (2024 CAASPP)
Reading/ELA Proficiency83.9% (2024 CAASPP)
Math vs. State Avg+44.5 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+41.1 pts
Overall Proficiency87% (2024 CAASPP, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)73% (model expectation from 2024 CAASPP)
vs. Expected+13.9 pts
Adjusted Percentile94th
Resources & Environment9.7Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio16.9:1
Per-Pupil Spending$23,533

Wildwood Elementary — Students at Wildwood Elementary score 87% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 73%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

2.2%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)

Math Proficiency 91.4% (multi-year average, 2009-2024)
School
State
39.4% (2024 CAASPP)
ELA Proficiency 87.6% (multi-year average, 2009-2024)
School
State
45.3% (2024 CAASPP)

Based on 34 test records from CA state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

→ Stable

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
92%
ELA
92%
2010
Math
92%
ELA
92%
2011
Math
92%
ELA
92%
2012
Math
97.5%
ELA
87%
2014
Math
87%
ELA
82%
2015
Math
97.5%
ELA
87%
2016
Math
92%
ELA
92%
2017
Math
87%
ELA
87%
2018
Math
92%
ELA
92%
2019
Math
92%
ELA
92%
2020*
Math
92%
ELA
87%
2021*
Math
92%
ELA
87%
2022
Math
88.2%
ELA
84.5%
2024
Math
90%
ELA
83.9%

* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.

Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 9.0/10.

How Wildwood Elementary Compares

See how Wildwood Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
9.3/10
99th percentile in CA
Academic
9.6/10
Excellent
Growth
9.0/10
Excellent
Environment
9.7/10
Excellent
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
2%
Teaching Staff
17:1 student-teacher ratio
16 teachers

Programs & Offerings

Gifted & Talented Program Available
This school offers a gifted and talented program for qualifying students. · CRDC 2021-22

Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more

Location

301 Wildwood Ave., Piedmont, CA 94611

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Wildwood Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Beach Elementary (rated 9.6/10, 0.7 miles away), with a very similar rating. Another option is Havens Elementary (rated 9.0/10, 0.4 miles away), with a comparable rating. Additionally, ST THERESA SCHOOL (rated 7.7/10, 1.2 miles away, in nearby Oakland), a more accessible option. For more schools in Piedmont, see our Piedmont schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 1.4 mi
School Distance Rating
Piedmont Middle Piedmont 0.2 mi 9.0
Millennium High Alternative Piedmont 0.2 mi 7.5
Piedmont High Piedmont 0.3 mi 9.3
Havens Elementary Piedmont 0.4 mi 9.0
Beach Elementary Piedmont 0.7 mi 9.6
Crocker Highlands Elementary Oakland 0.7 mi 7.4
Oakland High Oakland 1.1 mi 6.0
AIMS College Prep High Oakland 0.9 mi 6.0
GRAND LAKE MONTESSORI Oakland 0.9 mi
Piedmont Avenue Elementary Oakland 1.0 mi 3.2
Edna Brewer Middle Oakland 1.2 mi 8.4
Saint Leo the Great School Oakland 1.0 mi
St. Theresa School Oakland 1.2 mi
ST THERESA SCHOOL Oakland 1.2 mi 7.7
Cleveland Elementary Oakland 1.2 mi 5.7
Bella Vista Elementary Oakland 1.4 mi 3.8
PACIFIC BOYCHOIR ACADEMY Oakland 1.2 mi
HOLY NAMES HIGH SCHOOL Oakland 1.4 mi 8.6
Holy Names High School Oakland 1.4 mi
AURORA SCHOOL Oakland 1.4 mi 6.5

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 94611 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$176,517

Median Home Value

$1,485,000

Median Rent

$2,274/mo

Population

39,240

College Educated

77.8%

Homeownership

60.2%

Avg Commute

31.4 min

Poverty Rate

5.8%

Median Age

44.6

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Wildwood Elementary

What grades does Wildwood Elementary serve?

Wildwood Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.

How many students attend Wildwood Elementary?

Wildwood Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 270 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Wildwood Elementary?

The student-teacher ratio at Wildwood Elementary is 16.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Wildwood Elementary rank in CA?

Wildwood Elementary ranks #106 of 9,539 schools in CA.

What is Wildwood Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?

Wildwood Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 9.3 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 Wildwood Elementary?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Wildwood Elementary has 91% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 88% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

Is Wildwood Elementary a charter school?

No, Wildwood Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Wildwood Elementary a Title I school?

No, Wildwood Elementary is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Wildwood Elementary?

2.2% of students at Wildwood 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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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
65 Somewhat Walkable
Bike Score
35 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
270
Student-Teacher Ratio
16.9:1
Teachers (FTE)
16
Free/Reduced Lunch
2.2%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Alameda County

District

Piedmont City Unified
District Enrollment
2,308
Schools in District
7
Per-Pupil Spending
$23,533
District Rank
#3 of 6

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