Serving 274 students in grades Kindergarten-5, La Escuelita 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 20-24% (which is lower than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 23% (which is lower than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 25:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 92% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 274 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 25:1
- Minority Enrollment: 92%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 23% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: La Escuelita Elementary serves the west part of Oakland, CA, within an attendance zone that covers approximately 0.3 square miles. Families in this area can typically expect a drive of 5 to 10 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge of the zone being about 0.8 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
La Escuelita's student population of 274 students has declined by 32% over five school years.
The teacher population of 11 teachers has declined by 42% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
274 students
Total Classroom Teachers
11 teachers
Year Founded
1905
School Rankings
La Escuelita 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 La Escuelita is 0.70, which is more 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
#7223 out of 9523 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
23%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
25:1
21:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
18%
12%
Hispanic
49%
56%
Black
15%
5%
White
8%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
9%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)68.6%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
84%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is La Escuelita's ranking?
La Escuelita is ranked #7223 out of 9,523 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?
20-24% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 23% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend La Escuelita?
274 students attend La Escuelita.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
49% of La Escuelita students are Hispanic, 18% of students are Asian, 15% of students are Black, 9% of students are Two or more races, 8% of students are White, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of La Escuelita?
La Escuelita has a student ration of 25:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does La Escuelita offer ?
La Escuelita offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is La Escuelita part of?
La Escuelita is part of Oakland Unified School District.
In what neighborhood is La Escuelita located?
La Escuelita is located in the East Lake neighborhood of Oakland, CA. There are 3 other public schools located in East Lake.
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