William G. Paden Elementary

paden.alamedaunified.org/

372 Students

Elementary School K - 5th

School Overview

William G. Paden Elementary, located in the heart of Alameda, California, is a public school serving the local community as part of the Alameda Unified School District. The school is known for fostering a supportive and collaborative environment, emphasizing a well-rounded academic curriculum alongside the development of strong character and social-emotional skills. Its proximity to the waterfront and the historic charm of Alameda provides a unique backdrop for students to engage in both classroom learning and community-based activities.

The school places a significant focus on student achievement and inclusivity, encouraging active parent involvement to enhance the overall educational experience. By prioritizing a partnership between families, teachers, and the broader community, Paden Elementary aims to create an enriching atmosphere that prepares students for future academic success. With its commitment to academic growth and a nurturing campus culture, the school continues to be a staple for families seeking a foundational education within the Alameda school system.

372

Total Students

16.0

Full-Time Teachers

23.2

Student/Teacher Ratio

46.0%

Free/Reduced Lunch

Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for William G. Paden Elementary
Demographic	Student Count
White	102
Hispanic	78
Black	25
Asian	94
Two or More	67
American Indian	2
Pacific Islander	3

White
102 (27.5%)
Asian
94 (25.3%)
Hispanic
78 (21.0%)
Two or More
67 (18.1%)
Black
25 (6.7%)
Pacific Islander
3 (0.8%)
American Indian
2 (0.5%)

School Location

School Details

Status:	Open
School Level:	Elementary School
School Type:	Regular School
Charter Status:*	Public Non-Charter
Virtual Instruction:	No virtual instruction
Shared Time Status:	N/A
District:	Alameda Unified
Phone:	(510)748-4014
Website:	http://paden.alamedaunified.org/
Grade Range:	K - 5th
Total Students:	372
Full-Time Teachers (FTE):	16.0
Pupil/Teacher Ratio:	23.2
NSLP Participation:¹	Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO)
Qualified Free Lunch:	129
Qualified Reduced Lunch:	42

* Charter Schools: A public charter school is a publicly funded school that operates independently under a legislative contract (or "charter") with a state, school district, or designated authorizing entity. Charters grant these schools greater operational flexibility over curriculum, staffing, and budgeting in exchange for strict accountability to achieve performance standards established in their charter agreement.

¹ National School Lunch Program (NSLP): The National School Lunch Program is a federally assisted meal program operating in public and nonprofit private schools. It provides nutritionally balanced, low-cost or free lunches to eligible children each school day based on household income thresholds or community eligibility options (CEO).

Title I Program Overview: Title I, Part A of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act (ESEA) allocates federal financial assistance to local educational agencies and public schools with high percentages of children from low-income families to help ensure that all children meet challenging state academic standards.

Grades Taught

Kindergarten 94

Grade 1 48

Grade 2 48

Grade 3 59

Grade 4 69

Grade 5 54