Olinda Elementary School

Grades: K-6
Students: 318
Type: Public
GreatSchools Rating
Student-Teacher Ratio: 21:1
Certified Teachers: 100%
Community Reviews
14 Reviews
Additional GreatSchools Ratings
7/10
Test Scores
5/10
Equity
NA
Academic Progress
NA
College Readiness
7/10
Student Growth

Community Reviews

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I have two children in this school. Just like most places we have had our ups and downs. I have to say that overall I am satisfied with the school. The principal Miss Randhawa has done a great job in addressing issues with the resources made available to her. She is strict but fair. She is highly in
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Posted by a community member on 1/1/2024
This school is under distress. We moved here to attend an “8”, it’s gone downhill fast. Inadequate staff = large classes (ie. 31 in a small mobile unit), inadequate subs, yard staff and volunteers. The staff is stressed, and the Principal does not support them—it’s an environment where staff and stu
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Posted by a parent on 9/21/2022
This is my 8th year at Olinda. I can't even start thanking all the great teachers and staff we have at this great school. My son graduated and now my daughter is in 4th grade. We will always miss all the great teachers who retired and gave our children their best. Ms. Heckman, Ms. Price, Mr. Kresch
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Posted by a parent on 9/9/2015
Both my children attended Olinda Elementary school. At the time, I had many concerns, complaints, etc. But now they are both college students at an Ivy League college. Looking back, I see it was a wonderful school! The only thing missing were some trees to provide shade during lunch and breaks.
Posted by a parent on 11/19/2014
We are new to the school this year with a child in kindergarten and first grade. Our children love their teachers! Although it is early in the year we are happy so far with the teachers. Our concerns include: lack of arts and music; way too much homework (12 pages in one week); and lack of inclusive
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Posted by a parent on 10/8/2013

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El Sobrante schools - Olinda Elementary School is located at 5855 Olinda Rd., El Sobrante CA 94803. Olinda Elementary School is in the West Contra Costa Unified School District. Olinda Elementary School is a Public school that serves grade levels K-6.

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