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Bishop O'dowd High School
High School
9500 Stearns Avenue, Oakland, CA 94605
Enrollment
1,259
Student-Teacher
16.7:1
Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
1,259
Student-Teacher
16.7:1
Grades
9th – 12th
Updated
2024-25
Updated 2024-25
About Bishop O'dowd High School
Bishop O'dowd High School is a private high school in Oakland, CA 94605. The school serves approximately 1,259 students in grades 9th – 12th with a student-teacher ratio of 16.7:1. Located in a neighborhood with a median household income of $101,043, where 43% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher.
What Parents Should Know
As a private school, Bishop O'dowd High School operates independently from the local public school district. Families considering this school should inquire about tuition costs, financial aid availability, and the admissions process. Private schools are not required to follow the same curriculum standards as public schools, which can be either an advantage or a consideration depending on your priorities.
Compare to Public Schools
BetaHow Bishop O'dowd High School compares to 47 public schools serving similar grades in Oakland, CA
Nearby High Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Bishop O'dowd High School (this school) | — |
| Castlemont High | 5.2 |
| LPS Oakland R & D Campus | 4.4 |
| Independent Study Sojourner Truth | 7.5 |
| Rudsdale Continuation High | 5.1 |
| Bay Area Technology | 5.0 |
| East Bay Innovation Academy | 6.8 |
| Lodestar: A Lighthouse Community Charter Public | 6.4 |
| Aspire Lionel Wilson College Preparatory Academy | 6.1 |
| Oakland Unity High | 8.3 |
| Coliseum College Prep Academy | 5.3 |
| Madison Park Academy 6-12 | 6.2 |
| Alternatives in Action | 6.5 |
| Aspire Golden State College Preparatory Academy | 4.4 |
| Lighthouse Community Charter High | 6.6 |
| Skyline High | 8.7 |
| Fremont High | 5.1 |
| LIFE Academy | 8.2 |
| ARISE High | 7.0 |
| Oakland Charter High | 6.9 |
| Bret Harte Middle | 6.8 |
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Demographics sourced from NCES Private School Survey (PSS) and Common Core of Data (CCD). Comparisons are based on enrollment-weighted averages.
School Profile
Limited Data- Grades
- 9th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 1,259 students
- Type
- Private
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 16.7:1
- Address
- 9500 Stearns Avenue, Oakland, CA 94605
- Phone
- (510) 577-9100
- Data Year
- SY 2024-25
Why doesn't this school have a score?
We don't have enough verified data to rate this school fairly. Private schools in CA aren't required to report standardized test scores to the state, which limits the data available for our rating model.
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Test Scores
Test score data not yet available for this school.
Location
9500 Stearns Avenue, Oakland, CA 94605
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Bishop O'dowd High School may also want to explore other high schools in the area. East Bay Innovation Academy (rated 6.8/10, 0.9 miles away). Another option is Castlemont High (rated 5.2/10, 0.6 miles away). Additionally, Rudsdale Continuation High (rated 5.1/10, 0.9 miles away). For more schools in Oakland, see our Oakland schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.2 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| BISHOP ODOWD HIGH SCHOOL Oakland | 0.1 mi | 4.7 |
| Francophone Charter School of Oakland Oakland | 0.2 mi | 4.4 |
| Reach Academy Elementary Oakland | 0.6 mi | 6.3 |
| Oakland Academy of Knowledge Elementary Oakland | 0.6 mi | 8.0 |
| Cox Academy Oakland | 0.6 mi | 8.0 |
| Castlemont High Oakland | 0.6 mi | 5.2 |
| Northern Light School Oakland | 0.6 mi | — |
| LPS Oakland R & D Campus Oakland | 0.7 mi | 4.4 |
| Bay Area Technology Oakland | 0.9 mi | 5.0 |
| Independent Study Sojourner Truth Oakland | 0.9 mi | 7.5 |
| Rudsdale Continuation High Oakland | 0.9 mi | 5.1 |
| Elmhurst United Middle Oakland | 0.8 mi | 6.8 |
| Deecolonize Academy Oakland | 0.9 mi | — |
| East Bay Innovation Academy Oakland | 0.9 mi | 6.8 |
| Aspire Monarch Academy Oakland | 1.0 mi | 2.4 |
| Aspire College Academy Oakland | 1.0 mi | 7.6 |
| ILE OMODE Oakland | 1.0 mi | 4.9 |
| Roosevelt Elementary San Leandro | 1.3 mi | 7.7 |
| Washington Elementary San Leandro | 1.4 mi | 7.8 |
| East Oakland Pride Elementary Oakland | 1.2 mi | 3.6 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 94605 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$101,043
Median Home Value
$840,700
Median Rent
$1,867/mo
Population
44,168
College Educated
42.8%
Homeownership
62.5%
Avg Commute
31.1 min
Poverty Rate
14.3%
Median Age
39.7
Community Profile
The community surrounding Bishop O'dowd High School has a median household income of $101,043. It is a well-educated community where 43% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $840,700, with a median rent of $1,867/month. The area has a poverty rate of 14.3%. The average commute for residents is 31 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Bishop O'dowd High School
What grades does Bishop O'dowd High School serve?
Bishop O'dowd High School serves students in grades 9th through 12th.
How many students attend Bishop O'dowd High School?
Bishop O'dowd High School has an enrollment of approximately 1,259 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Bishop O'dowd High School?
The student-teacher ratio at Bishop O'dowd High School is 16.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
Is Bishop O'dowd High School a private school?
Yes, Bishop O'dowd High School is a private coeducational school. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.
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Neighborhood Context
- Walk Score
- 61 Somewhat Walkable
- Transit Score
- 51 Good Transit
- Bike Score
- 40 Somewhat Bikeable
- City Safety
- High (9,182/100K)
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2024-25)
- Grades
- 9th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 1,259
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 16.7:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 76
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- County
- Alameda
- Phone
- (510) 577-9100
- Data Year
- 2025–2026
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