Excellent
#230 of 9,539 schools in CA
Top 2% in state
Claremont Middle
Middle School · Oakland Unified
5750 College Ave., Oakland, CA 94618
Enrollment
488
Student-Teacher
15.7:1
Score
9.1
Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
488
Student-Teacher
15.7:1
Score
9.1
Grades
6th – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#230 of 9,539
In Oakland
#2 of 147
public schools
In district
#1 of 79
Oakland Unified
Academic growth
9.9 / 10
Excellent
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About Claremont Middle
Claremont Middle is a public middle school in Oakland, CA, part of Oakland Unified. Claremont Middle serves approximately 488 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 15.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Claremont Middle has a current MySchoolScout rating of 9.1 out of 10 and ranks #230 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Claremont Middle show 43% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 51% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 9.1 · Excellent
- District avg 6.0
- CA avg 6.5
What Parents Should Know
53% of students at Claremont Middle were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.
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 32 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: 9.9/10.
How Claremont Middle Compares
See how Claremont Middle performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
5750 College Ave., Oakland, CA 94618
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Claremont Middle may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Willard Middle (rated 9.7/10, 1.1 miles away, in nearby Berkeley), which scores slightly higher. Another option is John Muir Elementary (rated 9.4/10, 0.9 miles away, in nearby Berkeley), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Emerson Elementary (rated 9.4/10, 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 | 6.9 |
| Chabot Elementary Oakland | 0.6 mi | 7.5 |
| THE COLLEGE PREPARATORY SCHOOL Oakland | 0.7 mi | 7.9 |
| Emerson Elementary Oakland | 0.9 mi | 4.7 |
| Sankofa United Elementary Oakland | 0.7 mi | 4.4 |
| Oakland Technical High Oakland | 0.9 mi | 7.6 |
| John Muir Elementary Berkeley | 0.9 mi | 9.4 |
| Pear Tree Community School Oakland | 0.8 mi | — |
| Oakland International High Oakland | 0.9 mi | 6.6 |
| Emerson Elementary Berkeley | 1.1 mi | 9.4 |
| MAYBECK HIGH SCHOOL Berkeley | 1.1 mi | 7.4 |
| Willard Middle Berkeley | 1.1 mi | 9.7 |
| 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 | 3.2 |
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
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| College Preparatory Middle Spring Valley, CA | 9.1 |
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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 ranks #230 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Claremont Middle's MySchoolScout rating?
Claremont Middle has a current MySchoolScout rating of 9.1 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at Claremont Middle?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Claremont Middle has 43% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 51% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
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.
Neighborhood Context
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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
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 53.1%
- Phone
- (510) 879-2201
Resources & Links
District
Oakland Unified- District Enrollment
- 33,916
- Schools in District
- 82
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $22,181
- District Rank
- #1 of 79
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