Serving 1,579 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 12% (which is lower than the California state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 37% (which is lower than the California state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 18:1 is lower than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is higher than the California state average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,579 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Graduation Rate: 83% (Btm 50% in CA)
- Math Proficiency: 12%
- Reading Proficiency: 37%
- 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
Student Attention
School Overview
Oakland High School's student population of 1,579 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 86 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
1,579 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
86 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
The diversity score of Oakland High School is 0.72, 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.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)12%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)37%
51%
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
30%
12%
Hispanic
38%
56%
Black
23%
5%
White
2%
21%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
6%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
83%
84%
Eligible for Free Lunch
75%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
12%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are Oakland High School often compared to?
Oakland High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Oakland Technical High School, Skyline High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
12% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% CA state average), while 37% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% CA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Oakland High School?
The graduation rate of Oakland High School is 83%, which is lower than the California state average of 84%.
How many students attend Oakland High School?
1,579 students attend Oakland High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
38% of Oakland High School students are Hispanic, 30% of students are Asian, 23% of students are Black, 6% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are White, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
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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