Serving 231 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Oakland Academy Of Knowledge 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 25-29% (which is lower than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 20-24% (which is lower than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 19:1 is lower than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 96% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 231 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 96%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤10% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Howard Elementary serves the southeast part of Oakland, CA, covering an area of approximately 1.8 square miles, where most students live within a short 5-10 minute drive from the school. The average distance from the school to the edge of the attendance zone is about 0.7 miles, while the furthest point is located 1.2 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Oakland Academy Of Knowledge Elementary School's student population of 231 students has declined by 15% over five school years.
The teacher population of 12 teachers has declined by 20% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
231 students
Total Classroom Teachers
12 teachers
Year Founded
1905
School Calendar
School Rankings
Oakland Academy Of Knowledge 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 Oakland Academy Of Knowledge Elementary School is 0.71, 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
#6707 out of 9523 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤10%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
19:1
21:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
1%
12%
Hispanic
29%
56%
Black
42%
5%
White
4%
20%
Hawaiian
4%
n/a
Two or more races
19%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)94.8%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
87%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Oakland Academy Of Knowledge Elementary School's ranking?
Oakland Academy Of Knowledge Elementary School is ranked #6707 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?
25-29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 20-24% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Oakland Academy Of Knowledge Elementary School?
231 students attend Oakland Academy Of Knowledge Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
42% of Oakland Academy Of Knowledge Elementary School students are Black, 29% of students are Hispanic, 19% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are White, 4% of students are Hawaiian, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Oakland Academy Of Knowledge Elementary School?
Oakland Academy Of Knowledge Elementary School has a student ration of 19:1, which is lower than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Oakland Academy Of Knowledge Elementary School offer ?
Oakland Academy Of Knowledge Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Oakland Academy Of Knowledge Elementary School part of?
Oakland Academy Of Knowledge Elementary School is part of Oakland Unified School District.
In what neighborhood is Oakland Academy Of Knowledge Elementary School located?
Oakland Academy Of Knowledge Elementary School is located in the Oak Knoll Golf Links neighborhood of Oakland, CA. There are 3 other public schools located in Oak Knoll Golf Links.
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