Serving 8 students in grades 6-12, Community Day ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is <50% (which is lower than the California state average of 59%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is <50% (which is lower than the California state average of 58%).
The student:teacher ratio of 2:1 is lower than the California state level of 21:1.
Quick Stats (2024)
- School Type: Alternative school
- Grades: 6-12
- Enrollment: 8 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 2:1
- Graduation Rate: 63% (Top 1% in CA)
- Math Proficiency: <50%
- Reading Proficiency: <50%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Community Day ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Community Day's student population of 8 students has declined by 68% over five school years.
The teacher population of 4 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-12
Total Students
8 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
4 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
The diversity score of Community Day is 0.41, 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.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(11-12)<50%
59%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(11-12)<50%
58%
Student : Teacher Ratio
2:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
13%
12%
Hispanic
12%
56%
Black
75%
5%
White
n/a
21%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
(14-15)63%
89%
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
25%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
<50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 59% CA state average), while <50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 58% CA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Community Day?
The graduation rate of Community Day is 63%, which is lower than the California state average of 89%.
How many students attend Community Day?
8 students attend Community Day.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
75% of Community Day students are Black, 13% of students are Asian, and 12% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Community Day?
Community Day has a student ration of 2:1, which is lower than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Community Day offer ?
Community Day offers enrollment in grades 6-12
What school district is Community Day part of?
Community Day is part of Oakland Unified School District.
In what neighborhood is Community Day located?
Community Day is located in the Leona Heights neighborhood of Oakland, CA. There are 1 other public schools located in Leona Heights.
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