Serving 383 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Redwood Heights 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 65-69% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 70-74% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 26:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 70% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is lower than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 383 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 26:1
- Minority Enrollment: 70%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-49% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Redwood Heights Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Redwood Heights Elementary School's student population of 383 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 15 teachers has declined by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
383 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
15 teachers
School Rankings
Redwood Heights Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 9,602 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Redwood Heights Elementary School is 0.78, 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
#1108 out of 9602 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(22-23)65-69%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
26:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
10%
12%
Hispanic
23%
56%
Black
13%
5%
White
30%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
24%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
32%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
13%
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 Redwood Heights Elementary School's ranking?
Redwood Heights Elementary School is ranked #1108 out of 9,602 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in California.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
65-69% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 70-74% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Redwood Heights Elementary School?
383 students attend Redwood Heights Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
30% of Redwood Heights Elementary School students are White, 24% of students are Two or more races, 23% of students are Hispanic, 13% of students are Black, and 10% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Redwood Heights Elementary School?
Redwood Heights Elementary School has a student ration of 26:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Redwood Heights Elementary School offer ?
Redwood Heights Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Redwood Heights Elementary School part of?
Redwood Heights Elementary School is part of Oakland Unified School District.
In what neighborhood is Redwood Heights Elementary School located?
Redwood Heights Elementary School is located in the Redwood Heights neighborhood of Oakland, CA. There are 2 other public schools located in Redwood Heights.
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