Peralta Elementary School is a designated arts anchor school in the Oakland Unified School District. It was established in 1880 as a one-room schoolhouse, and today has around 350 students in 14 classrooms. The school has a tradition of family involvement and activism that stretches back to the 19th century.
Serving 341 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Peralta Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 60-64% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 65-69% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 24:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 59% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is lower than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 341 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 24:1
- Minority Enrollment: 59%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-69% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Peralta Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Peralta Elementary School's student population of 341 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 14 teachers has declined by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
341 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
14 teachers
Year Founded
1880
School Calendar
School Rankings
Peralta Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Peralta Elementary School is 0.74, 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
#1216 out of 9523 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-69%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
24:1
21:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
9%
12%
Hispanic
14%
56%
Black
9%
5%
White
41%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
26%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
23%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
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 Peralta Elementary School's ranking?
Peralta Elementary School is ranked #1216 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in California.
What schools are Peralta Elementary School often compared to?
Peralta Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Chabot Elementary School, Hillcrest by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
60-64% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 65-69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Peralta Elementary School?
341 students attend Peralta Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
41% of Peralta Elementary School students are White, 26% of students are Two or more races, 14% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Asian, 9% of students are Black, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Peralta Elementary School?
Peralta Elementary School has a student ration of 24:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Peralta Elementary School offer ?
Peralta Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Peralta Elementary School part of?
Peralta Elementary School is part of Oakland Unified School District.
In what neighborhood is Peralta Elementary School located?
Peralta Elementary School is located in the Upper Telegraph neighborhood of Oakland, CA.
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