PIEDMONT AVENUE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

Piedmont Avenue Elementary is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the Oakland Unified school district, located in Oakland, CA with about 334 students offering grade levels from Kindergarten to 5th Grade. A Title I school provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families. Its purpose is to provide all children significant opportunity to receive a fair, equitable, and high-quality education. With about 14 teachers, Piedmont Avenue Elementary has a student/teacher ratio of about 23:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.

Piedmont Avenue Elementary, located in the vibrant Piedmont Avenue neighborhood of Oakland, serves as a central hub for its local community. As a public school within the Oakland Unified School District, it is known for fostering a diverse, inclusive environment that prioritizes both academic growth and social-emotional development. The school typically emphasizes a supportive atmosphere, encouraging collaboration between students, teachers, and families to create a well-rounded educational experience for its elementary-aged population.

The school benefits from its prime location in one of Oakland’s most walkable and community-oriented districts. Because of its setting, Piedmont Avenue Elementary often enjoys strong neighborhood engagement and an active Parent Teacher Association (PTA) that helps fund enrichment programs, arts, and extracurricular activities. By balancing traditional classroom instruction with efforts to build a sense of community belonging, the school aims to prepare its students for middle school while nurturing their curiosity and individual talents.

For more information, contact Piedmont Avenue Elementary at (510) 654-7377 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.