For the 2026-27 school year, there is 1 public school serving 403 students in the neighborhood of Melrose, Oakland, CA.
The neighborhood of Melrose, Oakland, CA public schools have a diversity score of 0.17, which is less than the California public school average of 0.63.
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the California public school average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public Schools in the neighborhood of Melrose, Oakland, CA (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Bridges Melrose Academy Elementary School
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 6-9%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
1325 53rd Ave.
Oakland, CA 94601
(510) 879-2178
Oakland, CA 94601
(510) 879-2178
Gr: K-5 | 389 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in the neighborhood of Melrose, Oakland, CA?
The top-ranked public schools in the neighborhood of Melrose, Oakland, CA include Bridges Melrose Academy Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in the neighborhood of Melrose, Oakland?
1 public schools are located in the neighborhood of Melrose, Oakland.
What is the racial composition of students in the neighborhood of Melrose, Oakland?
the neighborhood of Melrose, Oakland public schools minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the California public schools average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
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