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Dewey Academy High
High School · Oakland Unified
1111 2nd Ave., Oakland, CA 94606
Enrollment
89
Student-Teacher
11.1:1
Score
5.5
Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
89
Student-Teacher
11.1:1
Score
5.5
Grades
9th – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#6,455 of 9,539
In Oakland
#68 of 147
public schools
In district
#35 of 79
Oakland Unified
School environment
10.0 / 10
Excellent
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About Dewey Academy High
Dewey Academy High is a public high school in Oakland, CA, part of Oakland Unified. Dewey Academy High serves approximately 89 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 11.1:1 student-teacher ratio. Dewey Academy High has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.5 out of 10 and ranks #6,455 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Dewey Academy High show 8% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2019) and 7% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2019).
- This school 5.5 · Average
- District avg 6.2
- CA avg 6.5
What Parents Should Know
At 89 students, Dewey Academy High is on the smaller side. That usually buys more individual attention and teachers who know every kid by name, with the trade-off of fewer electives and extracurriculars than a larger school can staff. Ask what activities it actually offers.
Test scores at Dewey Academy High sit below average, but its growth scores are strong: students here make above-average progress year over year. The raw numbers haven't caught up, but a school that keeps moving kids forward is doing the harder, more important work.
Score Breakdown
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Dewey Academy High — Students at Dewey Academy High score 5% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 18%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
100%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores CA EDFACTS (2018-19)
Based on 16 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: 7.8/10.
How Dewey Academy High Compares
See how Dewey Academy High performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
1111 2nd Ave., Oakland, CA 94606
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Dewey Academy High may also want to explore other high schools in the area. MetWest High (rated 6.6/10, 0.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is AIMS College Prep High (rated 6.0/10, 1.1 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Gateway to College High at Laney College (rated 5.8/10, 0.3 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Oakland, see our Oakland schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.2 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| La Escuelita Oakland | 0.1 mi | 2.9 |
| MetWest High Oakland | 0.1 mi | 6.6 |
| Gateway to College High at Laney College Oakland | 0.3 mi | 5.8 |
| AIMS College Prep Middle Oakland | 0.5 mi | 7.0 |
| American Indian Public Charter School II Oakland | 0.5 mi | 7.4 |
| Lincoln Elementary Oakland | 0.5 mi | 6.4 |
| STARLITE CHILD DEVELOPMENT CENTER Oakland | 0.6 mi | — |
| Franklin Elementary Oakland | 0.6 mi | 4.4 |
| LAMBO ACADEMY INTERNATIONAL Oakland | 0.6 mi | — |
| LAMBO Academy International Oakland | 0.6 mi | — |
| Envision Academy for Arts & Technology Oakland | 0.8 mi | 4.0 |
| LAMBO ACADEMY INTERNATIONAL Oakland | 0.8 mi | — |
| St. Paul's Episcopal School Oakland | 1.0 mi | — |
| ST PAULS EPISCOPAL SCHOOL Oakland | 1.0 mi | 8.1 |
| Cleveland Elementary Oakland | 0.9 mi | 5.7 |
| Oakland School for the Arts Oakland | 1.0 mi | 4.6 |
| AIMS College Prep High Oakland | 1.1 mi | 6.0 |
| Westlake Middle Oakland | 1.2 mi | 4.3 |
| GRAND LAKE MONTESSORI Oakland | 1.4 mi | — |
| Bella Vista Elementary Oakland | 1.2 mi | 3.8 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 94606 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$70,769
Median Home Value
$747,600
Median Rent
$1,775/mo
Population
38,746
College Educated
39.7%
Homeownership
20%
Avg Commute
29.3 min
Poverty Rate
17.9%
Median Age
37.5
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Dewey Academy High
What grades does Dewey Academy High serve?
Dewey Academy High serves students in grades 9th through 12th.
How many students attend Dewey Academy High?
Dewey Academy High has an enrollment of approximately 89 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Dewey Academy High?
The student-teacher ratio at Dewey Academy High is 11.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Dewey Academy High rank in CA?
Dewey Academy High ranks #6,455 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Dewey Academy High's MySchoolScout rating?
Dewey Academy High has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.5 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 Dewey Academy High?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Dewey Academy High has 8% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2019) and 7% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2019).
Is Dewey Academy High a charter school?
No, Dewey Academy High is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Dewey Academy High a Title I school?
No, Dewey Academy High is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Dewey Academy High?
100.0% of students at Dewey Academy High 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
- 9th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 89
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 11.1:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 8
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 100.0%
- Type
- alternative
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Alameda County
- Phone
- (510) 879-8310
- 4-Year Graduation
- 27.0%
Resources & Links
District
Oakland Unified- District Enrollment
- 33,916
- Schools in District
- 82
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $22,181
- District Rank
- #35 of 79
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