Serving 272 students in grades Kindergarten-5, La Escuelita 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 16% (which is lower than the California state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 23% (which is lower than the California state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 21:1 is lower than the California state level of 22:1.
Minority enrollment is 96% 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: 272 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 21:1
- Minority Enrollment: 96%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 16% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 23% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
La Escuelita ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
La Escuelita's student population of 272 students has declined by 33% over five school years.
The teacher population of 13 teachers has declined by 23% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
272 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
13 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
La Escuelita 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 La Escuelita is 0.68, which is more 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
#8009 out of 9602 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
16%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
23%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
21:1
22:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
21%
12%
Hispanic
50%
55%
Black
13%
5%
White
4%
21%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
10%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
82%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is La Escuelita's ranking?
La Escuelita is ranked #8009 out of 9,602 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?
16% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CA state average), while 23% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend La Escuelita?
272 students attend La Escuelita.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
50% of La Escuelita students are Hispanic, 21% of students are Asian, 13% of students are Black, 10% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are White, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of La Escuelita?
La Escuelita has a student ration of 21:1, which is lower than the California state average of 22:1.
What grades does La Escuelita offer ?
La Escuelita offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is La Escuelita part of?
La Escuelita is part of Oakland Unified School District.
In what neighborhood is La Escuelita located?
La Escuelita is located in the East Lake neighborhood of Oakland, CA. There are 3 other public schools located in East Lake.
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