Excellent
#905 of 9,533 schools in CA
Top 10% in state
Claremont Middle
Middle School · Oakland Unified
5750 College Ave., Oakland, CA 94618
Enrollment
488
Student-Teacher
15.7:1
Score
8.3
Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
488
Student-Teacher
15.7:1
Score
8.3
Grades
6th – 8th
Updated
2022-23
Updated 2022-23
How this school compares
In Oakland
#14 of 147
public schools
California middle schools
#97 of 1,349
In district
#11 of 79
Oakland Unified
School environment
9.6 / 10
Exceptional
About Claremont Middle
Claremont Middle is a public middle school in Oakland, CA, part of the Oakland Unified. The school serves approximately 488 students in grades 6th – 8th with a student-teacher ratio of 15.7:1. It holds a MySchoolScout rating of 8.3/10, placing it in the 90.5th percentile among CA schools — an above average rating overall.
Students demonstrate 49% proficiency in math, 15 points above the state average and 56% in reading/language arts, 9 points above the state average. The school scores particularly well in school environment (9.6/10). Located in a neighborhood with a median household income of $205,552, where 86% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher.
The school is situated in a large city setting.
Score Breakdown
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Claremont Middle — Students at Claremont Middle score 52% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 44%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
53.7%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)
Based on 10 test records from CA state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 7.6/10.
How Claremont Middle Compares
See how Claremont Middle performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Performance Trends
Math proficiency has declined from 51% (2019) to 48.32% (2024). Reading/ELA proficiency has remained stable from 56% (2019) to 55.92% (2024).
Location
5750 College Ave., Oakland, CA 94618
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Claremont Middle may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. John Muir Elementary (rated 9.3/10, 0.9 miles away, in nearby Berkeley), which scores slightly higher. Another option is Sylvia Mendez Elementary (rated 9.2/10, 1.0 miles away, in nearby Berkeley), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Emerson Elementary (rated 9.1/10, 1.1 miles away, in nearby Berkeley), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Oakland, see our Oakland schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.2 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| MENTORING ACADEMY Oakland | 0.2 mi | — |
| ROCKRIDGE MONTESSORI SCHOOL Oakland | 0.3 mi | — |
| ESCUELA BILINGUE INTERNACIONAL Oakland | 0.5 mi | 8.3 |
| Peralta Elementary Oakland | 0.5 mi | 6.1 |
| Chabot Elementary Oakland | 0.6 mi | 6.3 |
| THE COLLEGE PREPARATORY SCHOOL Oakland | 0.7 mi | 7.9 |
| Emerson Elementary Oakland | 0.9 mi | 8.3 |
| Sankofa United Elementary Oakland | 0.7 mi | 8.7 |
| Oakland Technical High Oakland | 0.9 mi | 8.7 |
| John Muir Elementary Berkeley | 0.9 mi | 9.3 |
| Pear Tree Community School Oakland | 0.8 mi | — |
| Oakland International High Oakland | 0.9 mi | 5.9 |
| Emerson Elementary Berkeley | 1.1 mi | 9.1 |
| MAYBECK HIGH SCHOOL Berkeley | 1.1 mi | 7.4 |
| Willard Middle Berkeley | 1.1 mi | 8.9 |
| PACIFIC BOYCHOIR ACADEMY Oakland | 1.1 mi | — |
| Sylvia Mendez Elementary Berkeley | 1.0 mi | 9.2 |
| Maybeck High School Berkeley | 1.2 mi | — |
| Saint Leo the Great School Oakland | 1.2 mi | — |
| Piedmont Avenue Elementary Oakland | 1.2 mi | 8.0 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 94618 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$205,552
Median Home Value
$1,789,100
Median Rent
$2,742/mo
Population
16,845
College Educated
86.4%
Homeownership
66%
Avg Commute
29.5 min
Poverty Rate
4.3%
Median Age
44
Community Profile
The community surrounding Claremont Middle has a median household income of $205,552. It is a well-educated community where 86% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $1,789,100, with a median rent of $2,742/month. The local poverty rate of 4.3% is relatively low. The average commute for residents is 30 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Ardis G. Egan Junior High Los Altos, CA | 8.3 |
| Evergreen Middle Cottonwood, CA | 8.3 |
| Ralph Waldo Emerson Junior High Davis, CA | 8.3 |
| Rancho Milpitas Middle Milpitas, CA | 8.3 |
| Alder Creek Middle Truckee, CA | 8.4 |
| Brown Jr. (Willie L) Middle San Francisco, CA | 8.4 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Claremont Middle
What grades does Claremont Middle serve?
Claremont Middle serves students in grades 6th through 8th.
How many students attend Claremont Middle?
Claremont Middle has an enrollment of approximately 488 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Claremont Middle?
The student-teacher ratio at Claremont Middle is 15.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Claremont Middle rank in CA?
Claremont Middle is ranked #905 out of 9,533 schools in CA.
What is Claremont Middle's MySchoolScout rating?
Claremont Middle has a composite rating of 8.3 out of 10 on MySchoolScout. This score combines academic performance, student growth, and school environment into a single score. Equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at Claremont Middle?
Based on the most recent state assessment data, Claremont Middle has 48.9% math proficiency and 55.9% reading/ELA proficiency.
Is Claremont Middle a charter school?
No, Claremont Middle is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Claremont Middle a Title I school?
No, Claremont Middle is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Claremont Middle?
53.7% of students at Claremont Middle qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
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Neighborhood Context
- Walk Score
- 97 Walker's Paradise
- Transit Score
- 64 Good Transit
- Bike Score
- 81 Very Bikeable
- City Safety
- High (9,182/100K)
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 6th – 8th
- Enrollment
- 488
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 15.7:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 31
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 53.7%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Alameda County
- Phone
- (510) 879-2201
- Data Year
- 2023–2024
Resources & Links
District
Oakland Unified- District Enrollment
- 33,916
- Schools in District
- 82
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $22,181
- District Rank
- #11 of 79
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