Serving 359 students in grades 9-12, Oakland Charter 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 35-39% (which is higher than the California state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 65-69% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 19:1 is lower than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 359 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Graduation Rate: 90-94% (Top 50% in CA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Oakland Charter High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Oakland Charter High School's student population of 359 students has declined by 21% over five school years.
The teacher population of 19 teachers has declined by 24% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
359 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
19 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Oakland Charter High School ranks within the top 30% of all 9,602 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Oakland Charter High School is 0.51, 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
#2233 out of 9602 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
19:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
28%
12%
Hispanic
64%
56%
Black
6%
5%
White
1%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
90-94%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
56%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Oakland Charter High School's ranking?
Oakland Charter High School is ranked #2233 out of 9,602 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in California.
What schools are Oakland Charter High School often compared to?
Oakland Charter High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Piedmont High School, Mcclymonds High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CA state average), while 65-69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Oakland Charter High School?
The graduation rate of Oakland Charter High School is 90-94%, which is higher than the California state average of 87%.
How many students attend Oakland Charter High School?
359 students attend Oakland Charter High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
64% of Oakland Charter High School students are Hispanic, 28% of students are Asian, 6% of students are Black, 1% of students are White, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Oakland Charter High School?
Oakland Charter High School has a student ration of 19:1, which is lower than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Oakland Charter High School offer ?
Oakland Charter High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Oakland Charter High School part of?
Oakland Charter High School is part of Oakland Charter High School District.
In what neighborhood is Oakland Charter High School located?
Oakland Charter High School is located in the Patten neighborhood of Oakland, CA. There are 1 other public schools located in Patten.
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