Excellent
#300 of 9,533 schools in CA
Top 3% in state
Edna Brewer Middle
Middle School · Oakland Unified
3748 13th Ave., Oakland, CA 94610
Enrollment
791
Student-Teacher
19.3:1
Score
8.9
Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
791
Student-Teacher
19.3:1
Score
8.9
Grades
6th – 8th
Updated
2022-23
Updated 2022-23
How this school compares
In Oakland
#4 of 147
public schools
California middle schools
#30 of 1,349
In district
#3 of 79
Oakland Unified
Academic growth
9.0 / 10
Exceptional
About Edna Brewer Middle
Edna Brewer Middle is a public middle school in Oakland, CA, part of the Oakland Unified. The school serves approximately 791 students in grades 6th – 8th with a student-teacher ratio of 19.3:1. It holds a MySchoolScout rating of 8.9/10, placing it in the 96.9th percentile among CA schools — an above average rating overall.
Students demonstrate 48% proficiency in math, 14 points above the state average and 59% in reading/language arts, 12 points above the state average. The school scores particularly well in student growth (9.0/10). Located in a neighborhood with a median household income of $130,435, where 73% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher.
The school is situated in a large city setting.
Score Breakdown
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Edna Brewer Middle — Students at Edna Brewer Middle score 54% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 40%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
60.9%
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: 9.0/10.
How Edna Brewer Middle Compares
See how Edna Brewer Middle performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Performance Trends
Math proficiency has remained stable from 47% (2019) to 47.65% (2024). Reading/ELA proficiency has improved from 54% (2019) to 59.65% (2024).
Location
3748 13th Ave., Oakland, CA 94610
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Edna Brewer Middle may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Piedmont Middle (rated 7.8/10, 1.4 miles away, in nearby Piedmont), a more accessible option. Additionally, Roosevelt Middle (rated 6.1/10, 1.0 miles away), a more accessible option. For more schools in Oakland, see our Oakland schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.4 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Crocker Highlands Elementary Oakland | 0.5 mi | 7.2 |
| Oakland High Oakland | 0.4 mi | 6.5 |
| REDWOOD DAY SCHOOL Oakland | 0.5 mi | 6.9 |
| Bella Vista Elementary Oakland | 0.5 mi | 8.1 |
| Glenview Elementary Oakland | 0.5 mi | 8.1 |
| Manzanita Community Elementary Oakland | 0.8 mi | 6.2 |
| Manzanita SEED Elementary Oakland | 0.8 mi | 5.8 |
| THE RENAISSANCE INTERNATIONAL SCHOOL Oakland | 0.7 mi | 8.7 |
| Cleveland Elementary Oakland | 0.8 mi | 6.9 |
| Roosevelt Middle Oakland | 1.0 mi | 6.1 |
| Fruitvale Elementary Oakland | 1.0 mi | 3.9 |
| Wildwood Elementary Piedmont | 1.2 mi | 7.8 |
| CORPUS CHRISTI SCHOOL Piedmont | 1.1 mi | 5.8 |
| Corpus Christi Elementary Piedmont | 1.1 mi | — |
| Sequoia Elementary Oakland | 1.0 mi | 9.1 |
| Garfield Elementary Oakland | 1.2 mi | 4.9 |
| Oakland Charter High Oakland | 1.3 mi | 6.9 |
| PATTEN ACADEMY OF CHRISTIAN EDUCATION Oakland | 1.3 mi | 7.7 |
| Piedmont Middle Piedmont | 1.4 mi | 7.8 |
| Millennium High Alternative Piedmont | 1.4 mi | 8.0 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 94610 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$130,435
Median Home Value
$1,324,500
Median Rent
$2,184/mo
Population
32,675
College Educated
73.2%
Homeownership
36.9%
Avg Commute
32.8 min
Poverty Rate
8.9%
Median Age
39.4
Community Profile
The community surrounding Edna Brewer Middle has a median household income of $130,435. It is a well-educated community where 73% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $1,324,500, with a median rent of $2,184/month. The local poverty rate of 8.9% is relatively low. The average commute for residents is 33 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
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| BP STEM Academy Baldwin Park, CA | 8.9 |
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| Hilton D. Bell Intermediate Garden Grove, CA | 8.9 |
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| Raymond J. Fisher Middle Los Gatos, CA | 8.9 |
| Willard Middle Berkeley, CA | 8.9 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Edna Brewer Middle
What grades does Edna Brewer Middle serve?
Edna Brewer Middle serves students in grades 6th through 8th.
How many students attend Edna Brewer Middle?
Edna Brewer Middle has an enrollment of approximately 791 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Edna Brewer Middle?
The student-teacher ratio at Edna Brewer Middle is 19.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Edna Brewer Middle rank in CA?
Edna Brewer Middle is ranked #300 out of 9,533 schools in CA.
What is Edna Brewer Middle's MySchoolScout rating?
Edna Brewer Middle has a composite rating of 8.9 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 Edna Brewer Middle?
Based on the most recent state assessment data, Edna Brewer Middle has 47.5% math proficiency and 58.5% reading/ELA proficiency.
Is Edna Brewer Middle a charter school?
No, Edna Brewer Middle is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Edna Brewer Middle a Title I school?
No, Edna Brewer Middle is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Edna Brewer Middle?
60.9% of students at Edna Brewer 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
- 78 Very Walkable
- Transit Score
- 57 Good Transit
- Bike Score
- 67 Bikeable
- City Safety
- High (9,182/100K)
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 6th – 8th
- Enrollment
- 791
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 19.3:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 41
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 60.9%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Alameda County
- Phone
- (510) 879-3210
- Data Year
- 2023–2024
Resources & Links
District
Oakland Unified- District Enrollment
- 33,916
- Schools in District
- 82
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $22,181
- District Rank
- #3 of 79
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