Serving 1,280 students in grades 6-12, Encinal Junior/senior High School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 40% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 65% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 22:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 73% of the student body (majority Asian and Hispanic), which is lower than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-12
- Enrollment: 1,280 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 22:1
- Minority Enrollment: 73%
- Graduation Rate: 98% (Top 5% in CA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: 40% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 65% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 37% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: The attendance zone for Encinal Junior/Senior High encompasses the entire school district in Alameda, CA, covering approximately 10.4 square miles. Typically, families can expect a drive to the school of 5 to 10 minutes, with an average distance of 1.9 miles to the nearest edge and a maximum of 3.6 miles to the furthest boundary.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Encinal Junior/senior High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Encinal Junior/senior High School's student population of 1,280 students has grown by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 59 teachers has grown by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-12
Total Students
1,280 students
Showing 2015–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
59 teachers
Showing 2014–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Year Founded
1952
School Calendar
Campus Size
17 acres
School Rankings
Encinal Junior/senior High 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 Encinal Junior/senior High School is 0.79, 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
#2314 out of 9523 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Showing 2012–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40%
34%
Showing 2012–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
65%
47%
Showing 2011–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
37%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
22:1
21:1
Showing 2014–2025. View full 39-year historical data
American Indian
1%
1%
Showing 2006–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Asian
27%
12%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Hispanic
19%
56%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Black
11%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 38-year historical data
White
27%
20%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
14%
6%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 17-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Graduation Rate
98%
86.2%
Showing 2014–2023. View full 13-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)18.6%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
36%
54%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 34-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
12%
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 Encinal Junior/senior High School's ranking?
Encinal Junior/senior High School is ranked #2314 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in California.
What schools are Encinal Junior/senior High School often compared to?
Encinal Junior/senior High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Alameda High School, Alameda Community Learning Center by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 65% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Encinal Junior/senior High School?
The graduation rate of Encinal Junior/senior High School is 98%, which is higher than the California state average of 86.2%.
How many students attend Encinal Junior/senior High School?
1,280 students attend Encinal Junior/senior High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
27% of Encinal Junior/senior High School students are Asian, 27% of students are White, 19% of students are Hispanic, 14% of students are Two or more races, 11% of students are Black, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Encinal Junior/senior High School?
Encinal Junior/senior High School has a student ration of 22:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Encinal Junior/senior High School offer ?
Encinal Junior/senior High School offers enrollment in grades 6-12
What school district is Encinal Junior/senior High School part of?
Encinal Junior/senior High School is part of Alameda Unified School District.
In what neighborhood is Encinal Junior/senior High School located?
Encinal Junior/senior High School is located in the West Alameda neighborhood of Alameda, CA. There are 8 other public schools located in West Alameda.
School Reviews
5 10/10/2025
Encinal High School is a community that cannot be found anywhere else. The staff gives their whole life, and sometimes their family does as well for the betterment of lives of all students. The AP programs are very successful. Encinal while exceptional in their academics also stresses the importance of being part of the Jet community. There are a number of extracurricular activities that shape the student as a whole. The Jet community is very loyal and tight; as they say, "once you''re a Jet, you''re always Jet!"
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