Serving 785 students in grades 6-8, Edna Brewer Middle School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 47% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 18:1 is lower than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 80% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is equal to the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 785 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 80%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 47% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 41% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Edna Brewer Middle serves the northwest part of Oakland, CA, encompassing an area of approximately 2.3 square miles. Families in this zone can typically reach the school within 5 to 10 minutes, with an average distance of about 1 mile to the nearest boundary.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Edna Brewer Middle School's student population of 785 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 44 teachers has grown by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
785 students
Showing 2015–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
44 teachers
Showing 2014–2025. View full 39-year historical data
School Calendar
School Rankings
Edna Brewer Middle School ranks within the top 30% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Edna Brewer Middle School is 0.81, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.63. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#2175 out of 9523 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Showing 2012–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
47%
34%
Showing 2012–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60%
47%
Showing 2011–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
41%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
21:1
Showing 2014–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Asian
20%
12%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Hispanic
25%
56%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Black
18%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 38-year historical data
White
20%
20%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
16%
6%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 17-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)44.2%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
48%
54%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 34-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
15%
8%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 27-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Edna Brewer Middle School's ranking?
Edna Brewer Middle School is ranked #2175 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in California.
What schools are Edna Brewer Middle School often compared to?
Edna Brewer Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Montera Middle School, Claremont Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
47% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 60% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Edna Brewer Middle School?
785 students attend Edna Brewer Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
25% of Edna Brewer Middle School students are Hispanic, 20% of students are Asian, 20% of students are White, 18% of students are Black, 16% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Edna Brewer Middle School?
Edna Brewer Middle School has a student ration of 18:1, which is lower than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Edna Brewer Middle School offer ?
Edna Brewer Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Edna Brewer Middle School part of?
Edna Brewer Middle School is part of Oakland Unified School District.
In what neighborhood is Edna Brewer Middle School located?
Edna Brewer Middle School is located in the Glenview neighborhood of Oakland, CA. There are 1 other public schools located in Glenview.
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