Serving 374 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Redwood Heights Elementary School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 65-69% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 70-74% (which is higher 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 72% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is lower than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 374 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 25:1
- Minority Enrollment: 72%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-49% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Redwood Heights Elementary serves the eastern part of Oakland, CA, covering an area of approximately 0.6 square miles. Families typically have a drive of 5 to 10 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about a mile away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Redwood Heights Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Redwood Heights Elementary School's student population of 374 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 15 teachers has declined by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
374 students
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
15 teachers
Showing 2014–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Motto
Love, Peace & Kindness
School Rankings
Redwood Heights Elementary School ranks within the top 10% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Redwood Heights Elementary School is 0.79, 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
#861 out of 9523 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
34%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
47%
Showing 2011–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
25:1
21:1
Showing 2014–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
10%
12%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
22%
56%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
15%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
28%
20%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
25%
6%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)43.6%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
30%
54%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
13%
8%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Red and Blue
School Mascot
Sammy The Squirrel
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Redwood Heights Elementary School's ranking?
Redwood Heights Elementary School is ranked #861 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in California.
What schools are Redwood Heights Elementary School often compared to?
Redwood Heights Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Laurel Elementary School, Sequoia Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
65-69% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 70-74% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Redwood Heights Elementary School?
374 students attend Redwood Heights Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
28% of Redwood Heights Elementary School students are White, 25% of students are Two or more races, 22% of students are Hispanic, 15% of students are Black, and 10% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Redwood Heights Elementary School?
Redwood Heights Elementary School has a student ration of 25:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Redwood Heights Elementary School offer ?
Redwood Heights Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Redwood Heights Elementary School part of?
Redwood Heights Elementary School is part of Oakland Unified School District.
In what neighborhood is Redwood Heights Elementary School located?
Redwood Heights Elementary School is located in the Redwood Heights neighborhood of Oakland, CA. There are 2 other public schools located in Redwood Heights.
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