Oakland Senior High School is a public high school in Oakland, California. Established in 1869, it is the oldest high school in Oakland and the sixth oldest high school in the state.
Serving 1,525 students in grades 9-12, Oakland High School 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 24% (which is lower than the California state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 43% (which is lower 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 97% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is higher than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,525 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 97%
- Graduation Rate: 87% (Btm 50% in CA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 24% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 43% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Oakland High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Student Attention
School Overview
Oakland High School's student population of 1,525 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 84 teachers has declined by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
1,525 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
84 teachers
Year Founded
1869
Colors
White, Blue
School Rankings
Oakland High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 9,602 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Oakland High School is 0.71, 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
#4998 out of 9602 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
24%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
43%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
21:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
29%
12%
Hispanic
40%
56%
Black
21%
5%
White
3%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
87%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
82%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
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 High School's ranking?
Oakland High School is ranked #4998 out of 9,602 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in California.
What schools are Oakland High School often compared to?
Oakland High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Skyline High School, Oakland Technical High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
24% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CA state average), while 43% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Oakland High School?
The graduation rate of Oakland High School is 87%, which is equal to the California state average of 87%.
How many students attend Oakland High School?
1,525 students attend Oakland High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
40% of Oakland High School students are Hispanic, 29% of students are Asian, 21% of students are Black, 6% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are White, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Oakland High School?
Oakland High School has a student ration of 18:1, which is lower than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Oakland High School offer ?
Oakland High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Oakland High School part of?
Oakland High School is part of Oakland Unified School District.
In what neighborhood is Oakland High School located?
Oakland High School is located in the Cleveland Heights neighborhood of Oakland, CA. There are 1 other public schools located in Cleveland Heights.
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