Serving 662 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Lockwood Steam Academy Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 8% (which is lower than the California state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 13% (which is lower than the California state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 26:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 94% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 662 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 26:1
- Minority Enrollment: 94%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 8% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 13% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Lockwood Steam Academy Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Lockwood Steam Academy Elementary School's student population of 662 students has grown by 88% over five school years.
The teacher population of 25 teachers has grown by 31% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
662 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
25 teachers
School Rankings
Lockwood Steam Academy Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 9,602 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Lockwood Steam Academy Elementary School is 0.53, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.63. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#9287 out of 9602 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
8%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
13%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
26:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
3%
12%
Hispanic
65%
56%
Black
22%
5%
White
6%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
96%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Lockwood Steam Academy Elementary School's ranking?
Lockwood Steam Academy Elementary School is ranked #9287 out of 9,602 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in California.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
8% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CA state average), while 13% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Lockwood Steam Academy Elementary School?
662 students attend Lockwood Steam Academy Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
65% of Lockwood Steam Academy Elementary School students are Hispanic, 22% of students are Black, 6% of students are White, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Lockwood Steam Academy Elementary School?
Lockwood Steam Academy Elementary School has a student ration of 26:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Lockwood Steam Academy Elementary School offer ?
Lockwood Steam Academy Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Lockwood Steam Academy Elementary School part of?
Lockwood Steam Academy Elementary School is part of Oakland Unified School District.
In what neighborhood is Lockwood Steam Academy Elementary School located?
Lockwood Steam Academy Elementary School is located in the Coliseum neighborhood of Oakland, CA. There are 3 other public schools located in Coliseum.
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