Serving 347 students in grades 6-8, United For Success Academy Middle 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 7% (which is lower than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 17% (which is lower 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 97% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 347 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 97%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 7% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 17% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: United for Success Academy serves the southern part of Oakland, CA, covering an area of approximately 2.1 square miles. Families typically have a drive of 5-10 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 1.4 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
United For Success Academy Middle School's student population of 347 students has declined by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 21 teachers has declined by 22% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
347 students
Showing 2015–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
21 teachers
Showing 2014–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
United For Success Academy Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of United For Success Academy Middle School is 0.38, 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
#9182 out of 9523 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2011–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
7%
34%
Showing 2011–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
17%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
21:1
Showing 2014–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
5%
12%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
78%
56%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Black
10%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
White
3%
20%
Showing 2012–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
Hawaiian
2%
n/a
Two or more races
2%
6%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)74.4%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
93%
54%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
8%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is United For Success Academy Middle School's ranking?
United For Success Academy Middle School is ranked #9182 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in California.
What schools are United For Success Academy Middle School often compared to?
United For Success Academy Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Mission Middle School, Melrose Leadership Academy by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
7% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 17% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend United For Success Academy Middle School?
347 students attend United For Success Academy Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
78% of United For Success Academy Middle School students are Hispanic, 10% of students are Black, 5% of students are Asian, 3% of students are White, 2% of students are Hawaiian, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of United For Success Academy Middle School?
United For Success Academy Middle School has a student ration of 17:1, which is lower than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does United For Success Academy Middle School offer ?
United For Success Academy Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is United For Success Academy Middle School part of?
United For Success Academy Middle School is part of Oakland Unified School District.
In what neighborhood is United For Success Academy Middle School located?
United For Success Academy Middle School is located in the Peralta Hacienda neighborhood of Oakland, CA. There are 1 other public schools located in Peralta Hacienda.
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