Opportunity Academy serves 175 students in grades 10-12.
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is <50% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%).
The student-teacher ratio of 22:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 95% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Alternative school / Charter School
- Grades: 10-12
- Enrollment: 175 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 22:1
- Minority Enrollment: 95%
- Graduation Rate: 55-59% (Btm 50% in CA)
- Math Proficiency: <50% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: <50% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Opportunity Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Opportunity Academy's student population of 175 students has grown by 30% over five school years.
The teacher population of 8 teachers has grown by 60% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 10-12
Total Students
175 students
Total Classroom Teachers
8 teachers
School Rankings
The diversity score of Opportunity Academy is 0.60, 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.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
34%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
22:1
21:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
3%
12%
Hispanic
53%
56%
Black
35%
5%
White
5%
20%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
2%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
55-59%
87%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)61.1%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
38%
54%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the graduation rate of Opportunity Academy?
The graduation rate of Opportunity Academy is 55-59%, which is lower than the California state average of 87%.
How many students attend Opportunity Academy?
175 students attend Opportunity Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
53% of Opportunity Academy students are Hispanic, 35% of students are Black, 5% of students are White, 3% of students are Asian, 2% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Opportunity Academy?
Opportunity Academy has a student ration of 22:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Opportunity Academy offer ?
Opportunity Academy offers enrollment in grades 10-12
What school district is Opportunity Academy part of?
Opportunity Academy is part of Alameda County Office Of Education School District.
In what neighborhood is Opportunity Academy located?
Opportunity Academy is located in the Santa Clara neighborhood of Hayward, CA. There are 3 other public schools located in Santa Clara.
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