Piedmont Unified School District

What Piedmont Unified School District does

Piedmont Unified School District (PUSD) is a public K-12 school district operating under California Education Code and serving approximately 2,450-2,500 students in the City of Piedmont, Alameda County, California. The district runs six school sites - three elementary schools (Beach, Havens, and Wildwood, serving TK-5), Piedmont Middle School (grades 6-8), Piedmont High School (grades 9-12, approximately 800 students), and Millennium High School (alternative high school) - plus a Piedmont Adult School offering evening and weekend classes to community members. Governance rests with a five-member elected Board of Education that employs the Superintendent; the district is led by Superintendent Dr. Jennifer Hawn (currently departing) and supported by an executive team including a Chief Business Officer, Assistant Superintendent of Educational Services, and Director of Facilities.

PUSD's core product is free public education for resident students from transitional kindergarten through 12th grade, augmented by early-childhood (Inclusive Preschool), alternative (Millennium HS, Independent Study), summer, and adult education programs. The district differentiates through academic outcomes - ranking 3rd among California unified school districts on 2024 CAASPP assessments in ELA and Math, with 95% of graduates pursuing college - and a broad program offering of 31 AP/Honors courses and 14 varsity sports. Technology is built on commodity platforms: Infinite Campus for student information, Schoology for grades 6-12 learning management, Google Workspace for staff and student productivity, Clever Portal for SSO, and Facilitron for facility rentals. The district is in the early stages of exploring AI integration, and has earned digital citizenship recognition from Common Sense Media across three elementary campuses.

Revenue is generated almost entirely through public funding streams rather than commercial sales. Approximately one-third of the operating budget comes from locally-controlled parcel taxes (Measures G and P) contributing about $9.0 million annually; the balance is sourced from California's Local Control Funding Formula (LCFF) and federal grants (Title I, Title II, special education). A minor transaction-based revenue stream comes from facility rentals through Facilitron. No tuition is charged to resident or transfer students. Geographic scope is limited to Piedmont, with non-resident access only via approved Inter-District Transfers, and operational scale is defined by 360 staff across six school sites plus an adult school.

Name

Piedmont Unified School District

Legal name

Piedmont Unified School District

Website

https://piedmont.k12.ca.us

Company type

Private

Founded year

1985

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

101–250 employees

Short description

Piedmont Unified School District is a public K-12 school district serving approximately 2,450 students across six school sites in Piedmont, California. It delivers free TK-12 education, alternative and adult programs, and ranks among the top California unified districts on state assessments.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

K-12 Public Education

NAICS

Elementary and Secondary Schools (611110), Elementary and Secondary Schools (6111), Educational Services (611)

SIC

Services-Educational Services (8200)

akta.pro primary industry

Public K–12 Combined Schools (EDAJAAAE)

Keywords

• Public K-12 education
• Elementary education
• Secondary education
• Adult education
• Public school district

Headquarters

HQ city

Piedmont

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices9 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Revenue model

1. Parcel Tax Revenue: Piedmont residents contribute approximately $9.0 million annually through parcel taxes (Measure G and Measure P), representing nearly one-third of the district budget. This local funding is controlled locally and cannot be taken by the state.
2. State Funding (LCFF): Local Control Funding Formula provides state funding based on student enrollment and demographics. LCAP must describe how funds will be spent to meet annual goals.
3. Federal Funding: Federal funding through programs including Title I, Title II, and special education grants. Subject to federal compliance requirements.
4. Facility Rentals: Community use of district facilities including fields, gyms, and theaters generates rental fees. Piedmont has limited public facilities creating demand for school facilities.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels4 records

Marketing channels6 records

Core offering

Piedmont Unified School District (PUSD) is a public K-12 school district that provides free education to approximately 2,450 students across six school sites in Piedmont, California, including three elementary schools, one middle school, one traditional high school, and one alternative high school, plus an adult school. The district offers a comprehensive TK-12 curriculum with programs in academics, arts, athletics, and technology, supplemented by Transitional Kindergarten, an inclusive preschool, independent study, summer school, and adult education.

Product overview

Piedmont Unified School District is a public K-12 school district serving approximately 2,450 students in Piedmont, California. The district operates a unified portfolio of educational programs including TK-12 general education at three elementary schools (Beach, Havens, Wildwood), one middle school (Piedmont Middle School), and two high schools (Piedmont High School and Millennium High School alternative program). Supporting programs include Transitional Kindergarten, Piedmont Inclusive Preschool, Independent Study Program, Adult School, and Summer School. The district emphasizes academic excellence (ranking top 3 unified districts in California on CAASPP), digital citizenship, and comprehensive student development including athletics. The district uses Infinite Campus for student information management, Schoology as the learning management system, and Clever Portal for single sign-on access.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• K-12 General Education Program Comprehensive TK-12 curriculum serving approximately 2,450 students across three elementary schools (TK-5), one middle school (6-8), and two high schools (9-12). Emphasizes academic excellence, social-emotional development, and college preparation. Free to Piedmont resident families.
• Transitional Kindergarten (TK) First year of a two-year kindergarten program for children turning 4 by September 1. Uses developmentally appropriate, play-based curriculum blending preschool and kindergarten readiness standards with focus on social-emotional development. Offered at Beach and Havens elementary schools.
• Piedmont Inclusive Preschool Early Intervention Preschool Program at Havens Elementary that expanded in 2024 to include general education students alongside students with disabilities, creating inclusive classrooms. Features 1:4 adult-to-student ratios and qualified classroom staff.
• Independent Study Program Alternative instructional program for grades 9-12 using an online platform for academic content delivery. Students work independently with approximately 5 hours of daily work, weekly 1-hour mentor meetings with a credentialed teacher, and optional daily synchronous virtual sessions.
• Piedmont Adult School Adult education program offering evening and weekend classes at district school sites. Serves community members beyond the K-12 student population, with classes in ESL, GED preparation, continuing education, and enrichment. Summer classes also available.
• Summer School Program Extended-year academic and enrichment programs for students during the summer months, offered at the district level.
• Athletics Program Comprehensive interscholastic athletics program offering 14 varsity sports across the district. Piedmont High School is the primary athletics venue, with facilities including Witter Field, Binks Rawlings Gymnasium, and Alan Harvey Theater. The district maintains ongoing Title IX gender equity initiatives.
• Facility Rental Service Community-use facility rental service for school facilities including athletic fields, gymnasiums, classrooms, and theaters. Managed through the Facilitron online reservation platform. Fees set per the published Facilitron fee schedule; insurance and district approval required. Piedmont has limited public facilities, driving demand for school facility rentals.

Quantifiable outcome

• Ranked 3rd in state for unified school districts on 2024 CAASPP in ELA and Math
• +3 more outcomes

Named customers1 record

Segments6 records

Ideal customer profiles4 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Integration6 records

AI capability1 record

Feature3 records

Partnerships

Eight partnerships are on record, tiered core, major and minor.

• Piedmont Education Foundation (PEF)coreGTM or Marketing PartnerPEF is a key community partner that supports Piedmont schools through fundraising and grants. The foundation connects families to the school community and hosts the Piedmont Portal community news platform. Board members serve as liaisons to the district board.
• Piedmont City GovernmentmajorStrategic or Co-development PartnerCity-School District Liaison committee meets quarterly. Collaboration on facilities, public safety, and shared resources. City employees receive priority for inter-district transfers. Joint facilities like Ellen Driscoll Playhouse serve both city and school needs.
• Alameda County Office of EducationmajorStrategic or Co-development PartnerCounty superintendent oversight and support. Districts must file audit reports with the county superintendent. Inter-district transfers processed through county system for Alameda County residents.
• California Department of EducationmajorStrategic or Co-development PartnerState education agency that provides funding through LCFF, sets academic standards, and oversees compliance. PUSD operates under state education code requirements and participates in state assessments (CAASPP, CAST).
• Alameda County School Boards AssociationminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerCounty-level association providing networking and professional development for school board members. Board member Michael Malione and Susy Struble serve as representatives.
• Infinite CampuscoreTechnology or IntegrationStudent information system platform used for enrollment, grade management, attendance tracking, and parent/student portal. All families interact with Infinite Campus for annual registration and ongoing school management.
• Piedmont Parent Support ClubscoreGTM or Marketing PartnerParent clubs at each school site (Wildwood Parent Club, MHS Parent Club, etc.) support fundraising, events, and community building. Board liaisons assigned to each club.
• Local School Districts (Resident Districts)majorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorFor non-resident students, the student's home district must approve the Inter-District Transfer before PUSD can consider the application. This creates a channel partnership where home districts facilitate access to PUSD programs.

Scale indicators8 records

Recent moves8 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Regional players

• San Mateo-Foster City School District: California K-8 unified district operating under the same LCFF/parcel-tax framework with strong academic outcomes and similar community-funded funding model, though in a different Bay Area geography.
• Acalanes Union High School District: Bay Area 9-12 high school district serving Lafayette, Moraga, Orinda, and Walnut Creek with strong CAASPP outcomes comparable to PUSD's high school performance — relevant peer for secondary-level benchmarking.

Direct peers

• Lafayette School District: Contra Costa County K-8 district serving an affluent Bay Area community with similar high academic performance, parcel-tax-funded model, and demographic profile to Piedmont.
• Berkeley Unified School District: Adjacent Alameda County unified K-12 district serving Berkeley, CA with comparable academic reputation, parcel-tax funding model, and small-scale enrollment (~10K students) — most directly comparable by governance structure and funding mix.
• Albany Unified School District: Small Alameda County unified K-12 district serving Albany, CA with similar community-funded parcel-tax model, comparable per-pupil outcomes profile, and proximity to Piedmont.
• Orinda Union School District: East Bay K-8 elementary district serving an affluent Contra Costa County community with comparable high academic outcomes, community-funded parcel tax model, and small enrollment footprint.
• Oakland Unified School District: Larger Alameda County unified K-12 district operating under the same California Education Code with similar LCFF funding structure but at meaningfully larger scale (~35K students); relevant for benchmarking operational scale and program breadth.

Broad incumbents

• San Francisco Unified School District: Large urban California unified K-12 district operating under the same state LCFF framework but with substantially larger scale and broader program portfolio; useful for benchmarking district operations at scale.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat6 records

Key risks5 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

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• Facebookfacebook.com/piedmontunified
• Instagraminstagram.com/piedmontusd

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Number of profiles

Profiles13 records

Subsidiaries7 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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