Serving 678 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 9% (which is lower than the California state average of 34%). 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 24:1 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)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 678 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 24:1
- Minority Enrollment: 92%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 9% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 13% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Community United Elementary serves the southern part of the Oakland, CA school district, covering an area of approximately 6.1 square miles, with typical driving times to the school ranging from 5 to 10 minutes. The average distance from the school to the nearest edge of the zone is about 1.8 miles, while the furthest edge is located 4.5 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Lockwood Steam Academy Elementary School's student population of 678 students has grown by 126% over five school years.
The teacher population of 28 teachers has grown by 100% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
678 students
Total Classroom Teachers
28 teachers
School Rankings
Lockwood Steam Academy Elementary School 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 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
#9242 out of 9523 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
9%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
13%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
24:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
3%
12%
Hispanic
66%
56%
Black
18%
5%
White
8%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)67.9%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
97%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Lockwood Steam Academy Elementary School's ranking?
Lockwood Steam Academy Elementary School is ranked #9242 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?
9% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% 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?
678 students attend Lockwood Steam Academy Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
66% of Lockwood Steam Academy Elementary School students are Hispanic, 18% of students are Black, 8% of students are White, 5% 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 24:1, 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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