COMMUNITY UNITED ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

Community United Elementary is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the Oakland Unified school district, located in Oakland, CA with about 367 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 18 teachers, Community United Elementary has a student/teacher ratio of about 20:1. 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.

**Community United Elementary**, located on International Boulevard in East Oakland, is a public school serving a diverse student population in the Oakland Unified School District. The school is known for its commitment to providing a supportive, community-centered learning environment that emphasizes both academic growth and social-emotional development. By leveraging its location in the heart of East Oakland, the school works to foster strong partnerships with local families and community organizations to ensure that students have the resources they need to succeed both inside and outside the classroom.

The school’s pedagogical approach often focuses on equity and inclusion, aiming to meet the unique cultural and linguistic needs of its diverse student body. In addition to core academics, Community United Elementary frequently incorporates programs designed to build leadership, resilience, and civic engagement among its students. Through a combination of dedicated teaching staff and active community involvement, the school strives to prepare its students for the challenges of middle school and beyond, acting as a vital anchor for the surrounding neighborhood.

For more information, contact Community United Elementary at (510) 639-2850 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.