Serving 290 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Acorn Woodland Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 30-34% (which is approximately equal to 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 equal to the California state level of 22:1.
Minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 290 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 22:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 30-34% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 11-19% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Acorn Woodland Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Acorn Woodland Elementary School's student population of 290 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 13 teachers has declined by 7% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
290 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
13 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Acorn Woodland 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 Acorn Woodland Elementary School is 0.31, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.64. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#4275 out of 9602 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
11-19%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
22:1
22:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
2%
12%
Hispanic
83%
55%
Black
6%
5%
White
2%
21%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
6%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
86%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Acorn Woodland Elementary School's ranking?
Acorn Woodland Elementary School is ranked #4275 out of 9,602 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in California.
What schools are Acorn Woodland Elementary School often compared to?
Acorn Woodland Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Achieve Academy by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30-34% 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 Acorn Woodland Elementary School?
290 students attend Acorn Woodland Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
83% of Acorn Woodland Elementary School students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Black, 6% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Asian, 2% of students are White, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Acorn Woodland Elementary School?
Acorn Woodland Elementary School has a student ration of 22:1, which is equal to the California state average of 22:1.
What grades does Acorn Woodland Elementary School offer ?
Acorn Woodland Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Acorn Woodland Elementary School part of?
Acorn Woodland Elementary School is part of Oakland Unified School District.
In what neighborhood is Acorn Woodland Elementary School located?
Acorn Woodland Elementary School is located in the Fitchburg neighborhood of Oakland, CA. There are 1 other public schools located in Fitchburg.
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