The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math was <50% (which was lower than the California state average of 56%) for the 2009-10 school year. The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts was <50% (which was lower than the California state average of 54%) for the 2009-10 school year.
School Overview
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-12
Total Students (12-13)
15 students
Total Classroom Teachers (12-13)
2 teachers
School Rankings
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(09-10)<50%
56%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(09-10)<50%
54%
Student : Teacher Ratio
n/a
22:1
American Indian
(12-13)n/a
1%
Asian
(12-13)n/a
11%
Hispanic
(12-13)7%
53%
Black
(12-13)93%
6%
White
(12-13)n/a
25%
Hawaiian
(12-13)n/a
1%
Two or more races
(12-13)n/a
3%
Eligible for Free Lunch (12-13)
73%
48%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (12-13)
7%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2020-2021 (latest school year available) 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 56% CA state average), while <50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 54% CA state average).
How many students attend Hillside Academy?
15 students attend Hillside Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
93% of Hillside Academy students are Black, and 7% of students are Hispanic.
What grades does Hillside Academy offer ?
Hillside Academy offers enrollment in grades 6-12
What school district is Hillside Academy part of?
Hillside Academy is part of Oakland Unified School District.
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