Serving 613 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Greenleaf 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 16% (which is lower than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 20% (which is lower than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 24:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 613 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 24:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 16% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 20% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Greenleaf Elementary serves the southeastern part of Oakland, CA, covering an area of approximately 0.4 square miles. Families within this zone can typically expect a 5-10 minute drive to the school, with the furthest edge being about 0.7 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Greenleaf's student population of 613 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 26 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
Total Students
613 students
Showing 2015–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
26 teachers
Showing 2014–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Greenleaf ranks within the bottom 50% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Greenleaf is 0.17, 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
#8355 out of 9523 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2011–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
16%
34%
Showing 2011–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
20%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
24:1
21:1
Showing 2014–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
12%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
91%
56%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
Black
4%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
White
2%
20%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
2%
6%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)57.8%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
90%
54%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
8%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Greenleaf's ranking?
Greenleaf is ranked #8355 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in California.
What schools are Greenleaf often compared to?
Greenleafis often viewed alongside schools like Melrose Leadership Academy, Manzanita Seed Elementary School, Community School For Creative Education by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
16% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 20% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Greenleaf?
613 students attend Greenleaf.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
91% of Greenleaf students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Black, 2% of students are White, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Greenleaf?
Greenleaf has a student ration of 24:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Greenleaf offer ?
Greenleaf offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8
What school district is Greenleaf part of?
Greenleaf is part of Oakland Unified School District.
In what neighborhood is Greenleaf located?
Greenleaf is located in the Seminary neighborhood of Oakland, CA. There are 1 other public schools located in Seminary.
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