Opportunity Academy serves 186 students in grades 10-12.
The student:teacher ratio of 23:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 96% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- School Type: Alternative school / Charter School
- Grades: 10-12
- Enrollment: 186 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 23:1
- Minority Enrollment: 96%
- Graduation Rate: 50-54% (Btm 50% in CA)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Opportunity Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
School Overview
Opportunity Academy's student population of 186 students has grown by 161% over five school years.
The teacher population of 8 teachers has grown by 166% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 10-12
Total Students
186 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
8 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
The diversity score of Opportunity Academy is 0.62, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.63. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Student : Teacher Ratio
23:1
21:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
3%
12%
Hispanic
47%
56%
Black
40%
5%
White
4%
21%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
50-54%
84%
Eligible for Free Lunch
38%
51%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the graduation rate of Opportunity Academy?
The graduation rate of Opportunity Academy is 50-54%, which is lower than the California state average of 84%.
How many students attend Opportunity Academy?
186 students attend Opportunity Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
47% of Opportunity Academy students are Hispanic, 40% of students are Black, 5% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are White, 3% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Opportunity Academy?
Opportunity Academy has a student ration of 23:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Opportunity Academy offer ?
Opportunity Academy offers enrollment in grades 10-12
What school district is Opportunity Academy part of?
Opportunity Academy is part of Alameda County Office Of Education School District.
In what neighborhood is Opportunity Academy located?
Opportunity Academy is located in the Santa Clara neighborhood of Hayward, CA. There are 3 other public schools located in Santa Clara.
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