Serving 413 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Manzanita Seed Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 45-49% (which is higher than the California state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-44% (which is lower than the California state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 22:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 89% 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: 413 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 22:1
- Minority Enrollment: 89%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-29% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Manzanita Seed Elementary School's student population of 413 students has grown by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 19 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
413 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
19 teachers
School Rankings
Manzanita Seed Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 9,602 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Manzanita Seed Elementary School is 0.54, 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
#3501 out of 9602 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
22:1
21:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
5%
12%
Hispanic
66%
56%
Black
9%
5%
White
11%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
74%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
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 Manzanita Seed Elementary School's ranking?
Manzanita Seed Elementary School is ranked #3501 out of 9,602 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in California.
What schools are Manzanita Seed Elementary School often compared to?
Manzanita Seed Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Melrose Leadership Academy by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
45-49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CA state average), while 40-44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Manzanita Seed Elementary School?
413 students attend Manzanita Seed Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
66% of Manzanita Seed Elementary School students are Hispanic, 11% of students are White, 9% of students are Black, 8% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Manzanita Seed Elementary School?
Manzanita Seed Elementary School has a student ration of 22:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Manzanita Seed Elementary School offer ?
Manzanita Seed Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Manzanita Seed Elementary School part of?
Manzanita Seed Elementary School is part of Oakland Unified School District.
In what neighborhood is Manzanita Seed Elementary School located?
Manzanita Seed Elementary School is located in the Meadow Brook neighborhood of Oakland, CA. There are 1 other public schools located in Meadow Brook.
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