For the 2026-27 school year, there are 6 public middle schools serving 4,343 students in 94501, CA.
The top-ranked public middle schools in 94501, CA are Lincoln Middle School, Alameda Community Learning Center and Encinal Junior/senior High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle schools in zipcode 94501 have an average math proficiency score of 48% (versus the California public middle school average of 32%), and reading proficiency score of 63% (versus the 46% statewide average). Middle schools in 94501, CA have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of California public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 76% of the student body (majority Asian and Hispanic), which is less than the California public middle school average of 78% (majority Hispanic).
Best 94501, CA Public Middle Schools (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Lincoln Middle School
(Math: 67% | Reading: 74%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
1250 Fernside Blvd.
Alameda, CA 94501
(510) 748-4018
Alameda, CA 94501
(510) 748-4018
Gr: 6-8 | 971 students Student-teacher ratio: 24:1 Minority enrollment: 69%
Rank: #22.
Alameda Community Learning Center
Charter School
(Math: 45% | Reading: 61%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
1900 Third St.
Alameda, CA 94501
(510) 995-4300
Alameda, CA 94501
(510) 995-4300
Gr: 6-12 | 362 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 81%
Rank: #33.
Encinal Junior/senior High School
(Math: 40% | Reading: 65%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
210 Central Ave.
Alameda, CA 94501
(510) 748-4023
Alameda, CA 94501
(510) 748-4023
Gr: 6-12 | 1,280 students Student-teacher ratio: 22:1 Minority enrollment: 73%
Rank: #44.
The Academy Of Alameda
Charter School
(Math: 46% | Reading: 58%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
401 Pacific Ave.
Alameda, CA 94501
(510) 748-4017
Alameda, CA 94501
(510) 748-4017
Gr: K-8 | 638 students Student-teacher ratio: 22:1 Minority enrollment: 86%
Rank: #55.
Will C. Wood Middle School
(Math: 39% | Reading: 59%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
1801 Sandcreek Way
Alameda, CA 94501
(510) 748-4015
Alameda, CA 94501
(510) 748-4015
Gr: 6-8 | 613 students Student-teacher ratio: 21:1 Minority enrollment: 79%
Rank: #66.
Nea Community Learning Center
Charter School
(Math: 25% | Reading: 45%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
1900 Third St.
Alameda, CA 94501
(510) 748-4008
Alameda, CA 94501
(510) 748-4008
Gr: K-12 | 479 students Student-teacher ratio: 21:1 Minority enrollment: 76%
94501, California Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
420 Grand St.
Alameda, CA 94501
(510) 748-4015
Alameda, CA 94501
(510) 748-4015
Gr: 5 | 30 students Student-teacher ratio: 30:1 Minority enrollment: 83%
1900 Third St. Rm. 23
Alameda, CA 94501
(510) 879-3037
Alameda, CA 94501
(510) 879-3037
Gr: 9-12
250 Singleton Ave.
Alameda, CA 94501
(510) 748-4011
Alameda, CA 94501
(510) 748-4011
Gr: K-5 | 172 students Minority enrollment: 71%
825 Taylor Ave
Alameda, CA 94501
(510) 748-4007
Alameda, CA 94501
(510) 748-4007
Gr: K-5 | 264 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 81%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public middle schools in 94501, CA?
The top-ranked public middle schools in 94501, CA include Lincoln Middle School, Alameda Community Learning Center and Encinal Junior/senior High School.
How many public middle schools are located in 94501?
6 public middle schools are located in 94501.
What is the racial composition of students in 94501?
94501 public middle schools minority enrollment is 76% of the student body (majority Asian and Hispanic), which is less than the California public middle schools average of 78% (majority Hispanic).
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