Alameda Unified consistently scores above county and state averages in measures of student achievement. You can find more information about AUSD's achievements by following the links below.
We have lots of ways for you to learn about Alameda's public schools, including:
- our 90 second video about our neighborhood schools
- our 2015-16 Annual Report (PDF)
- our email communications about the people and programs of AUSD
- our press releases
- our Twitter feed Twitter feed @AUSDNews
- our Facebook page
Please explore these resources and check our home page often for new articles, alerts, and links!
District Information
Alameda's public schools have been educating Alameda’s children since 1855, when the Schermerhorn School was built on Court Street between Van Buren and Jackson Street. Today, AUSD serves the needs of some 9600 students from pre-school through high school. Those students reflect the diversity of our community and the San Francisco Bay Area region, with 36% being Asian, 29% white, 16% Hispanic, 8% Black/African American, and 9% of two or more races. About 27% of our students are low income and 17% are English learners.
We believe that our diverse community of students, given a rigorous academic program in an inclusive, safe and secure environment, will be prepared to be responsible citizens.
1. Maximize student success
2a. Support College & Career Readiness
2b. Support English Learner college & career readiness
3. Support parent partners & effective advocates
4. Ensure access to basic services
Guiding Principles
#1 All students have the ability to achieve academic and personal success.
#2 Teachers must challenge and support all students to reach their highest academic and personal potential.
#3 Administrators must have the knowledge, leadership skills, and ability to ensure all students succeed.
#4 Parental involvement and community engagement are integral to the success of all students.
#5 Accountability, transparency, and trust are necessary at all levels of the organization.
#6 Allocation of funds must support our vision, mission, and guiding principles
#7 All employees must receive respectful treatment and professional support to achieve district goals
