University Preparatory Charter Academy serves 589 students in grades 9-12.
The student-teacher ratio of 39:1 was higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment was 99% of the student body (majority Black), which was higher than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic and Asian).
School Overview
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
589 students
Total Classroom Teachers
15 teachers
School Rankings
Student-Teacher Ratio
39:1
21:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
8%
12%
Hispanic
12%
56%
Black
78%
5%
White
1%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch (06-07)
38%
40%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (06-07)
18%
10%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
How many students attend University Preparatory Charter Academy?
589 students attend University Preparatory Charter Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
78% of University Preparatory Charter Academy students are Black, 12% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Asian, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of University Preparatory Charter Academy?
University Preparatory Charter Academy has a student ration of 39:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does University Preparatory Charter Academy offer ?
University Preparatory Charter Academy offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is University Preparatory Charter Academy part of?
University Preparatory Charter Academy is part of Oakland Unified School District.
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