Serving 436 students in grades 6-12, Life Academy 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 20% (which is lower than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 41% (which is lower than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is lower than the California state level of 21:1.
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-12
- Enrollment: 436 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Graduation Rate: ≥95% (Top 20% in CA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 20% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 41% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: LIFE Academy serves the southern part of Oakland, CA, covering an area of approximately 4.5 square miles. Most students live within a 5-10 minute drive from the school, with the furthest zone edge located about 2.1 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Life Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Life Academy's student population of 436 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 30 teachers has grown by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-12
Total Students
436 students
Showing 2015–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
30 teachers
Showing 2014–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
2001
School Calendar
School Motto
Life Academy is a community, a home, and a family. We care about the students and each other.
School Rankings
Life Academy ranks within the bottom 50% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Life Academy is 0.15, 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.
Overall Testing Rank
#5796 out of 9523 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20%
34%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
41%
47%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
21:1
Showing 2014–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
2%
12%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
92%
56%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
Black
4%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
2%
6%
Showing 2011–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
≥95%
86.2%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)46.1%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
89%
54%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
8%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Life Academy's ranking?
Life Academy is ranked #5796 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in California.
What schools are Life Academy often compared to?
Life Academyis often viewed alongside schools like Madison Park Academy 6-12 by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
20% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 41% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Life Academy?
The graduation rate of Life Academy is 95%, which is higher than the California state average of 86.2%.
How many students attend Life Academy?
436 students attend Life Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
92% of Life Academy students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Black, 2% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Life Academy?
Life Academy has a student ration of 15:1, which is lower than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Life Academy offer ?
Life Academy offers enrollment in grades 6-12
What school district is Life Academy part of?
Life Academy is part of Oakland Unified School District.
In what neighborhood is Life Academy located?
Life Academy is located in the Peralta Hacienda neighborhood of Oakland, CA. There are 1 other public schools located in Peralta Hacienda.
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