Serving 1,432 students in grades 9-12, Skyline High School ranks in the top 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 22% (which is lower than the California state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 17:1 is lower than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 87% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,432 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 87%
- Graduation Rate: 90% (Top 50% in CA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 22% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 24% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Skyline High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Student Attention
School Overview
Skyline High School's student population of 1,432 students has declined by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 85 teachers has declined by 18% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
1,432 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
85 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Skyline High School ranks within the top 50% of all 9,602 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Skyline High School is 0.76, 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
#4522 out of 9602 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
22%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
24%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
21:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
12%
12%
Hispanic
40%
56%
Black
21%
5%
White
13%
20%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
12%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
90%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
65%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
12%
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 Skyline High School's ranking?
Skyline High School is ranked #4522 out of 9,602 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in California.
What schools are Skyline High School often compared to?
Skyline High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Oakland Technical High School, Oakland High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
22% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CA state average), while 50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Skyline High School?
The graduation rate of Skyline High School is 90%, which is higher than the California state average of 87%.
How many students attend Skyline High School?
1,432 students attend Skyline High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
40% of Skyline High School students are Hispanic, 21% of students are Black, 13% of students are White, 12% of students are Asian, 12% 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 Skyline High School?
Skyline High School has a student ration of 17:1, which is lower than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Skyline High School offer ?
Skyline High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Skyline High School part of?
Skyline High School is part of Oakland Unified School District.
In what neighborhood is Skyline High School located?
Skyline High School is located in the Skyline Hillcrest Estates neighborhood of Oakland, CA.
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