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Redwood Heights Elementary

4401 39th Ave., Oakland, CA, 94619

Top 10% School in California

Ranked 267 of 3700 in California

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About Redwood Heights Elementary

Redwood Heights Elementary School is located at 3885 Aliso Avenue in the Redwood Heights area of Oakland, California. The school serves grades K–5 and is part of the Oakland Unified School District. Enrollment is about 383 students, and the student–teacher ratio is approximately 26:1. Based on the most recent state test results, math proficiency is around 67%, and reading competence is about 72%. The gender distribution is approximately equal, with around 50% male students and 50% female students. At Redwood Heights, the focus of instruction is on academic inquiry. Students are encouraged to use their skills through discussions, projects, and structured practice that encourage critical thinking. Homes near the school typically range in price from $850,000 to $1,300,000. Many families find this price range appealing, as Redwood Heights is a charming neighborhood close to parks. Some parents have observed that teachers promote open communication, adapt to various learning styles, and foster a positive classroom environment that motivates students to work hard. Redwood Heights Elementary School is regarded as one of the best elementary schools in California due to its ongoing commitment to enhancing teaching quality and providing students with increased academic opportunities.

Contact Information

Address

4401 39th Ave., Oakland, CA, 94619

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Phone

(510) 879-2148

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Academic Performance

Subject Proficiency

Mathematics 67%
Reading 72%
State average proficiency is 67% in Math and 72% in Reading.
14
Full-time Teachers
25 : 1
Student-Teacher Ratio
1
Teachers In First Or Second Year (yrs)
383
Total Students
$107485
Avg. Teacher Salary
TOP 267 IN STEM IN STATE

Robotics & STEM
at Redwood Heights Elementary

2.5X
More likely to pursue STEM Careers
80%
Jobs that will require STEM in 2030
2.5X
More likely to persue STEM Careers
80%
Jobs that will require STEM in 2030
  • 🤖 Coding & Debugging
  • 🧪 Hobby Electronics and Engineering
  • 👩‍💻 Apply Math in Science and Engineering
  • 🛠️ 3D Printing
🚀
Hands-on with real robots
🏆
Led by competition winners
🎓
STEM career pathways

Recent News & Updates

New Playground Name

We are so excited to announce the name of our new playground! Following a school-wide and Robinson community vote we narrowed a large list of names down to four. Since our students will be using the playground on a daily basis, we gave them the final vote! 476.....

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Mansfield Public Schools Educator Spotlight: Pathways of a Fourth-Grade Teacher

MANSFIELD — Inside the brick building on East Street, four educators who began teaching within 2 years of each other, all spending the beginning of their careers teaching fourth grade at Jordan/Jackson Elementary School...

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School Timings

Regular School Hours

All Grades: 8:40 AM - 3:00 PM

Early Dismissal Days

Dismissal Time: 12:15 PM

Note: Doors open at 8:25 AM for student arrival. Please refer to the school calendar for specific early dismissal dates.

After School Activities

Information coming soon

School Session Dates

September to June

School session starts in September 1st week and ends in June 3rd week. For exact dates, please contact the school.

Student Demographics

White 29.77%
Asian 10.18%
Hispanic 22.72%
Black 13.05%
Two+ Races 24.28%
Native Am. 0%
White
29.77%
Asian
10.18%
Hispanic
22.72%
Black
13.05%
Two+ Races
24.28%
Native Am.
0%

Gender Distribution

Total Students: 383
49.61%
190 Female
50.39%
193 Male

Student Population

383 Students

With a student-teacher ratio of 25 : 1

Minority Enrollment

25%

Percentage of minority students

Remarkable Alumni

Being Updated

Latest News

Redwood Heights Elementary is giving tours to students who might want to attend in the 2026–2027 school year. The tours happen every other Tuesday, and they will go on until February 10, 2026. Families can visit the campus and learn about the school's programs during the ongoing sessions.

FAQ

Q1. How does Redwood Heights Elementary keep families informed throughout the year?

Ans. Families receive updates through district emails, automated calls, and official school communications.

Q2. Who manages daily school operations?

Ans. Daily operations are managed by site administrators working within district expectations.

Q3. How are instructional resources selected for classrooms?

Ans. Instructional resources are selected from district approved materials used across the school.

Q4. How does the school address student wellness concerns?

Ans. Student wellness concerns are addressed through established school procedures aligned with district health guidance.

Q5. How are school wide announcements shared with parents?

Ans. School wide announcements are shared through district communication systems and official notices.

Games & Extracurricular Activities

Sports

  • Soccer Club Grades 1-3 | Mon/Wed 3:30-4:30pm
  • Basketball Grades 2-4 | Tue/Thu 3:30-4:45pm
  • Track & Field Grades 3-5 | Fri 3:30-5:00pm

Arts

  • Art Club Grades K-2 | Mon 3:00-4:00pm
  • Drama Club Grades 3-5 | Wed 3:30-5:00pm
  • Choir Grades 2-5 | Thu 3:15-4:15pm

Clubs

  • Chess Club Grades 2-5 | Fri 3:15-4:15pm
  • Garden Club All Grades | Tue 3:15-4:00pm
  • Robotics Club Grades 3-5 | Thu 3:30-5:00pm

Note: Schedules may change during school holidays. Please contact School for exact Schedule.

Summer Suggested Reading

Horn Book Selections

Vocabulary.com +3 Horn Book +3 What to Read to Your Kids +3
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Maggie Lou, Firefox

by Arnolda Dufour Bowes

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The Puppets of Spelhorst

by Kate DiCamillo

MLV

The Mona Lisa Vanishes

by Nicholas Day

Vocabulary.com Top Picks

Penguin Random House +10 Vocabulary.com +10 Wikipedia +10
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Frindle

by Andrew Clements

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The Wild Robot

by Peter Brown

JGP

James and the Giant Peach

by Roald Dahl

Penguin Random House Features

Horn Book +2 Penguin Random House +2 The Guardian +2
SLB

The Secret Language of Birds

by Lynne Kelly

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The Swifts: A Dictionary of Scoundrels

by Beth Lincoln

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