Achieve Academy

Achieve Academy is a charter elementary school located in Oakland, California. The school serves students from kindergarten through fifth grade and has an enrollment of 542 students with a student-teacher ratio of 21.7:1. Achieve Academy focuses on providing a solid educational foundation for its young learners, though the academic performance data shows room for growth—32% of students are proficient in math and 24% in ELA/reading.

The school’s MySchoolScout rating is currently 4.8 out of 10, placing it at the 41st percentile among California schools. Despite the challenges, Achieve Academy offers a supportive environment where teachers work closely with each student to foster growth and development. With its central location in Oakland, the school benefits from being part of an urban community that provides diverse opportunities for learning beyond the classroom.

The student-teacher ratio at Achieve Academy is 21.7:1, which is higher than the national average. This may mean larger class sizes, so parents should ask about classroom support, teaching assistants, and how the school differentiates instruction for students who need extra help.

Achieve Academy is a charter school — a publicly funded school that operates with more autonomy than traditional district schools. Charter schools often have distinct educational models or specialties. Parents should understand the school's specific mission, enrollment process, and how its approach differs from nearby district options.