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Fred T. Korematsu Discovery Academy Elementary

Oakland Unified · Alameda County · 10315 E Street, Oakland, CA 94603-3133

(510) 879-2172 · www.ousd.org/korematsu

1/10
#5667
Rank 5667 out of 5,722
Top 99%
English Language Arts1/10 · #5685 · 1st percentile
Mathematics1/10 · #5598 · 2nd percentile
Science1/10 · #5425 · 3rd percentile

English Language Arts

Math Trend

Science Trend

School Overview

Korematsu Discovery Academy sits in the Elmhurst neighborhood of East Oakland, a tight-knit community that's seen a lot of change but holds onto a strong sense of identity and resilience. The school's project-based, discovery-focused learning model appeals to families who want something beyond a traditional classroom experience, and its namesake — civil rights hero Fred Korematsu — signals a real commitment to social justice values and critical thinking. Families rooted in East Oakland who are looking for a school that reflects their community's culture and history, and who are willing to be active partners in the school's growth, will find a lot to connect with here.

Student Demographics

82 students tested · 2024-25 school year

Ethnicity

Hispanic
58 (71%)
African American
15 (18%)
White
5 (6%)
Pacific Islander
4 (5%)
Multiple Races
3 (4%)

Key Indicators

English Learners39 (48%)
Socioeconomically Disadvantaged81 (99%)
Students with Disabilities26 (32%)

Staff & Teachers(2024-25)

180
Enrollment
10.5
Teachers (FTE)
17.1:1
Student-Staff Ratio
1
Administrators (FTE)
21.3
Avg Class Size*(2023-24)

Community Enrichment Programs

This supplementary score measures the availability of enrichment programs — such as tutoring, music, dance, sports, and arts — within 3 miles of the school. Schools in communities with more diverse and accessible programs score higher.

Nearby Programs7/10 · #2177 · 64th percentile

112 programs within 3 miles. Ranked among Elementary Schools in California.

Nearby Libraries

No programs found