Very Good
#2660 of 9,539 schools in CA
Top 28% in state
William G. Paden Elementary
Elementary School · Alameda Unified
444 Central Ave., Alameda, CA 94501
Enrollment
377
Student-Teacher
25.1:1
Score
7.4
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
377
Student-Teacher
25.1:1
Score
7.4
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#2,660 of 9,539
In Alameda
#13 of 18
public schools
In district
#12 of 15
Alameda Unified
Equity
8.5 / 10
Excellent
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William G. Paden Elementary
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About William G. Paden Elementary
William G. Paden Elementary is a public elementary school in Alameda, CA, part of Alameda Unified. William G.
Paden Elementary serves approximately 377 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 25.1:1 student-teacher ratio. William G. Paden Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.4 out of 10 and ranks #2,660 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for William G. Paden Elementary show 60% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 57% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 7.4 · Very Good
- District avg 7.5
- CA avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
William G. Paden Elementary runs 25.1:1 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.
Score Breakdown
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William G. Paden Elementary — Students at William G. Paden Elementary score 56% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 48%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
46.7%
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: 7.8/10.
How William G. Paden Elementary Compares
See how William G. Paden Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
444 Central Ave., Alameda, CA 94501
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering William G. Paden 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, 0.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Franklin Elementary (rated 8.0/10, 1.3 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Alameda, see our Alameda schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.1 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| MONTESSORI ELEMENTARY SCHOOL OF ALAMEDA Alameda | 0.3 mi | — |
| Island High (Continuation) Alameda | 0.4 mi | 6.4 |
| Encinal Junior/Senior High Alameda | 0.3 mi | 7.5 |
| The Academy of Alameda Alameda | 0.4 mi | 8.9 |
| Alameda Community Learning Center Alameda | 0.6 mi | 6.1 |
| Nea Community Learning Center Alameda | 0.6 mi | 6.1 |
| Alameda Science and Technology Institute Alameda | 0.7 mi | 8.8 |
| Ruby Bridges Elementary Alameda | 0.8 mi | 4.6 |
| Maya Lin Alameda | 0.7 mi | 8.6 |
| Franklin Elementary Alameda | 1.3 mi | 8.0 |
| Will C. Wood Middle Alameda | 1.4 mi | 8.0 |
| ST JOSEPH ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Alameda | 1.6 mi | 7.6 |
| ST JOSEPH NOTRE DAME HIGH SCHOOL Alameda | 1.6 mi | 6.9 |
| St. Joseph Elementary Alameda | 1.6 mi | — |
| Saint Joseph Notre Dame High School Alameda | 1.6 mi | — |
| THE PHILLIPS ACADEMY Alameda | 1.7 mi | 7.2 |
| LAMBO ACADEMY INTERNATIONAL Oakland | 2.1 mi | — |
| LAMBO Academy International Oakland | 2.1 mi | — |
| LAMBO ACADEMY INTERNATIONAL Oakland | 2.1 mi | — |
| Gateway to College High at Laney College Oakland | 2.1 mi | 5.8 |
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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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about William G. Paden Elementary
What grades does William G. Paden Elementary serve?
William G. Paden Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend William G. Paden Elementary?
William G. Paden Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 377 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at William G. Paden Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at William G. Paden Elementary is 25.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does William G. Paden Elementary rank in CA?
William G. Paden Elementary ranks #2,660 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is William G. Paden Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
William G. Paden Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.4 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 William G. Paden Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, William G. Paden Elementary has 60% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 57% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is William G. Paden Elementary a charter school?
No, William G. Paden Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is William G. Paden Elementary a Title I school?
No, William G. Paden Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for William G. Paden Elementary?
46.7% of students at William G. Paden 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
- 377
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 25.1:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 15
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 46.7%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Alameda County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 21.2%
- Phone
- (510) 748-4014
Resources & Links
District
Alameda Unified- District Enrollment
- 9,061
- Schools in District
- 16
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $16,957
- District Rank
- #12 of 15
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