Serving 374 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Allendale 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 10-14% (which is lower than the California state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 15-19% (which is lower than the California state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 23:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 96% 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: 374 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 23:1
- Minority Enrollment: 96%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤10% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Allendale Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Allendale Elementary School's student population of 374 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 16 teachers has declined by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
374 students

Gender %

Total Classroom Teachers
16 teachers

Students by Grade

School Rankings
Allendale Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 9,602 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Allendale Elementary School is 0.67, 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
#8767 out of 9602 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)

Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
33%

Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
47%

Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤10%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
23:1
21:1

American Indian
n/a
1%

Asian
12%
12%

Hispanic
50%
56%

Black
24%
5%

White
4%
20%

Hawaiian
1%
n/a

Two or more races
9%
6%

All Ethnic Groups



Eligible for Free Lunch
91%
54%

Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
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 Allendale Elementary School's ranking?
Allendale Elementary School is ranked #8767 out of 9,602 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in California.
What schools are Allendale Elementary School often compared to?
Allendale Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Laurel Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
10-14% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CA state average), while 15-19% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Allendale Elementary School?
374 students attend Allendale Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
50% of Allendale Elementary School students are Hispanic, 24% of students are Black, 12% of students are Asian, 9% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are White, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Allendale Elementary School?
Allendale Elementary School has a student ration of 23:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Allendale Elementary School offer ?
Allendale Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Allendale Elementary School part of?
Allendale Elementary School is part of Oakland Unified School District.
In what neighborhood is Allendale Elementary School located?
Allendale Elementary School is located in the Allendale neighborhood of Oakland, CA.
School Reviews
5 7/20/2009
Allendale is definetly one of the top schools in Oakland. I was a homeschool parent until my daughter reached 4th grade and I was very leary of public schools. Allendale changed my attitude and helped me see that there are alot of caring and dedicated teachers, administrators, coaches, in Oakland Public Schools. The Principal, Mr. Thomasberger, was awarded Principal of the Year. And all the coaches go way beyond to make sure the students are successful. They have a wide array of FREE afterschool programs like GATE, a newspaper, sports, dance, etc. I highly recommmend this school to any parent.
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