Serving 130 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Prescott 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% (which is lower than the California state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 11-19% (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 97% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic and Asian).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 130 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 97%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: ≤10% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 11-19% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: <50% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Prescott Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
School Overview
Prescott Elementary School's student population of 130 students has declined by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 7 teachers has declined by 22% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
130 students

Gender %

Total Classroom Teachers
7 teachers

Students by Grade

School Rankings
Prescott 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 Prescott Elementary School is 0.58, which is less 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
#9052 out of 9602 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)

Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤10%
33%

Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
11-19%
47%

Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
19:1
21:1

American Indian
n/a
1%

Asian
4%
12%

Hispanic
28%
56%

Black
58%
5%

White
3%
20%

Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
6%

All Ethnic Groups



Eligible for Free Lunch
92%
54%

Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
8%

School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Prescott Elementary School's ranking?
Prescott Elementary School is ranked #9052 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?
≤10% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CA state average), while 11-19% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Prescott Elementary School?
130 students attend Prescott Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
58% of Prescott Elementary School students are Black, 28% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Asian, and 3% of students are White.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Prescott Elementary School?
Prescott Elementary School has a student ration of 19:1, which is lower than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Prescott Elementary School offer ?
Prescott Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Prescott Elementary School part of?
Prescott Elementary School is part of Oakland Unified School District.
In what neighborhood is Prescott Elementary School located?
Prescott Elementary School is located in the Prescott neighborhood of Oakland, CA.
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