Serving 383 students in grades 6-8, United For Success 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 33%). 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 15:1 is lower than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 383 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 7% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 17% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
United For Success Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Student Attention
School Overview
United For Success Middle School's student population of 383 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 26 teachers has grown by 13% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
383 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
26 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
United For Success Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 9,602 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of United For Success Middle School is 0.41, 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
#9258 out of 9602 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
7%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
17%
47%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
21:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
4%
12%
Hispanic
76%
56%
Black
13%
5%
White
1%
21%
Hawaiian
3%
n/a
Two or more races
2%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
90%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
7%
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 Middle School's ranking?
United For Success Middle School is ranked #9258 out of 9,602 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in California.
What schools are United For Success Middle School often compared to?
United For Success 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 33% 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 Middle School?
383 students attend United For Success Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
76% of United For Success Middle School students are Hispanic, 13% of students are Black, 4% of students are Asian, 3% of students are Hawaiian, 2% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are White.
What is the student:teacher ratio of United For Success Middle School?
United For Success Middle School has a student ration of 15:1, which is lower than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does United For Success Middle School offer ?
United For Success Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is United For Success Middle School part of?
United For Success Middle School is part of Oakland Unified School District.
In what neighborhood is United For Success Middle School located?
United For Success 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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