Emerson Elementary vs Piedmont Avenue Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in California, United States, 1.0 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Emerson Elementary
Oakland · Public elementary · Grades K–5
354 students
Piedmont Avenue Elementary
Oakland · Public elementary · Grades K–5
310 students
| Measure | Emerson Elementary Oakland, California | Piedmont Avenue Elementary Oakland, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 12 Lower 50% | 13 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #5340 of 5,693 | #5265 of 5,693 |
| National rank | #48959 of 50,301 | #48694 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–5 | Grades K–5 |
| Students | 354 | 310 |
| Enrollment | 354 | 310 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 74.3% | 80.6% |
| Students per teacher | 19.7 | 22.1 |
| Reading proficiency | 12% | 22% |
| Math proficiency | 7.5% | 17% |
| city | Oakland | Oakland |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Both schools have almost identical Success Index (US) scores (11.7 vs 12.5).
- •Piedmont Avenue Elementary does better on math proficiency (17% vs 7.5%).
- •Piedmont Avenue Elementary does better on reading proficiency (22% vs 12%).
- •Emerson Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (74.3% vs 80.6%).
- •Emerson Elementary does better on students per teacher (19.7 vs 22.1).
- •Emerson Elementary is the larger school with 354 students compared with 310.
The Success Index (US) summarises published results and context from official data. It does not measure teaching quality or fit. Methodology.
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Frequently asked questions
Is Emerson Elementary better than Piedmont Avenue Elementary?
The two schools are very close on the Success Index (US). Differences in sector, size, programmes and distance from home will matter more than the score.
How far apart are Emerson Elementary and Piedmont Avenue Elementary?
About 1.0 km in a straight line, between Oakland and Oakland in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Emerson Elementary: 354. Piedmont Avenue Elementary: 310. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Emerson Elementary and Piedmont Avenue Elementary rank in California?
Emerson Elementary is 5340th of 5,693 and Piedmont Avenue Elementary is 5265th of 5,693 among elementary schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).