Madera Elementary

457 Students

Elementary School K - 6th

School Overview

Madera Elementary School, located in the hillside community of El Cerrito, California, serves as a neighborhood hub within the West Contra Costa Unified School District. Known for its strong sense of community and parent involvement, the school focuses on creating a supportive academic environment for students in grades TK through 6. The campus is situated in a quiet residential area, offering a scenic setting that emphasizes a balance between rigorous core academics and social-emotional development.

The school is widely recognized for its inclusive culture and dedication to meeting the diverse needs of its student population. Beyond standard curriculum, Madera often prioritizes enrichment opportunities and community-building events that foster collaboration between teachers, families, and students. By maintaining a focus on both high academic standards and the well-being of the "whole child," Madera Elementary remains a highly regarded choice for families seeking a nurturing and engaged public school experience in the East Bay.

457

Total Students

19.0

Full-Time Teachers

24.1

Student/Teacher Ratio

12.9%

Free/Reduced Lunch

Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for Madera Elementary
Demographic	Student Count
White	183
Hispanic	81
Black	9
Asian	87
Two or More	89
Pacific Islander	1

White
183 (40.7%)
Two or More
89 (19.8%)
Asian
87 (19.3%)
Hispanic
81 (18.0%)
Black
9 (2.0%)
Pacific Islander
1 (0.2%)

School Location

School Details

Status:	Open
School Level:	Elementary School
School Type:	Regular School
Charter Status:*	Public Non-Charter
Virtual Instruction:	Supplemental Virtual
Shared Time Status:	N/A
District:	West Contra Costa Unified
Phone:	(510)231-1412
Grade Range:	K - 6th
Total Students:	457
Full-Time Teachers (FTE):	19.0
Pupil/Teacher Ratio:	24.1
NSLP Participation:¹	Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO)
Qualified Free Lunch:	53
Qualified Reduced Lunch:	6

* 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 84

Grade 1 68

Grade 2 64

Grade 3 67

Grade 4 60

Grade 5 61

Grade 6 53