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#993 of 9,539 schools in CA

Top 10% in state

Edna Brewer Middle

Middle School · Oakland Unified

3748 13th Ave., Oakland, CA 94610

Enrollment

791

Student-Teacher

19.3:1

Score

8.4

Grades

6th – 8th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

California schools

#993 of 9,539

In Oakland

#6 of 147

public schools

In district

#4 of 79

Oakland Unified

Academic performance

8.7 / 10

Excellent

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Edna Brewer Middle

8.4/10

Middle School in Oakland · grades 6th – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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9.6/10

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About Edna Brewer Middle

Edna Brewer Middle is a public middle school in Oakland, CA, part of Oakland Unified. Edna Brewer Middle serves approximately 791 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 19.3:1 student-teacher ratio. Edna Brewer Middle has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.4 out of 10 and ranks #993 of 9,539 schools in CA.

Structured state assessment records for Edna Brewer Middle show 49% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 59% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

How it compares2.4 pts above district
  • This school 8.4 · Excellent
  • District avg 6.0
  • CA avg 6.5

What Parents Should Know

44% of students at Edna Brewer 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

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress8.3Excellent40%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data13
Annual Change-0.66 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2024
TrendStable
Academics8.7Excellent35%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency47.6% (2024 CAASPP)
Reading/ELA Proficiency59.6% (2024 CAASPP)
Math vs. State Avg+13.2 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+13.8 pts
Overall Proficiency54% (2024 CAASPP, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)40% (model expectation from 2024 CAASPP)
vs. Expected+13.6 pts
Adjusted Percentile80th
Resources & Environment8.0Excellent25%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio19.3:1
Per-Pupil Spending$22,181
Chronic Absenteeism43.9%

Edna Brewer Middle — Students at Edna Brewer Middle score 54% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 40%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

60.9%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)

Math Proficiency 48.7% (multi-year average, 2009-2024)
School
State
33.9% (2024 CAASPP)
ELA Proficiency 59.3% (multi-year average, 2009-2024)
School
State
46.6% (2024 CAASPP)

Based on 32 test records from CA state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

→ Stable

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
65%
ELA
61%
2010
Math
55%
ELA
61%
2011
Math
57%
ELA
61%
2012
Math
37%
ELA
58%
2013
Math
69.5%
ELA
90%
2014
Math
38%
ELA
52%
2015
Math
38%
ELA
52%
2016
Math
44%
ELA
55%
2017
Math
45%
ELA
52%
2018
Math
47%
ELA
54%
2019
Math
47%
ELA
54%
2022
Math
47%
ELA
60.3%
2024
Math
47.6%
ELA
59.6%

Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 8.3/10.

How Edna Brewer Middle Compares

See how Edna Brewer Middle performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
8.4/10
90th percentile in CA
Academic
8.7/10
Excellent
Growth
8.3/10
Excellent
Environment
8.0/10
Excellent

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
61%
Teaching Staff
19:1 student-teacher ratio
41 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
43.9%

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 9.0/10, 1.4 miles away, in nearby Piedmont), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Roosevelt Middle (rated 6.7/10, 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 7.4
Oakland High Oakland 0.4 mi 6.0
REDWOOD DAY SCHOOL Oakland 0.5 mi 6.9
Bella Vista Elementary Oakland 0.5 mi 3.8
Glenview Elementary Oakland 0.5 mi 7.3
Manzanita Community Elementary Oakland 0.8 mi 2.1
Manzanita SEED Elementary Oakland 0.8 mi 3.7
THE RENAISSANCE INTERNATIONAL SCHOOL Oakland 0.7 mi 8.7
Cleveland Elementary Oakland 0.8 mi 5.7
Roosevelt Middle Oakland 1.0 mi 6.7
Fruitvale Elementary Oakland 1.0 mi 2.2
Wildwood Elementary Piedmont 1.2 mi 9.3
CORPUS CHRISTI SCHOOL Piedmont 1.1 mi 5.8
Corpus Christi Elementary Piedmont 1.1 mi
Sequoia Elementary Oakland 1.0 mi 8.1
Garfield Elementary Oakland 1.2 mi 3.5
Oakland Charter High Oakland 1.3 mi 7.1
PATTEN ACADEMY OF CHRISTIAN EDUCATION Oakland 1.3 mi 7.7
Piedmont Middle Piedmont 1.4 mi 9.0
Millennium High Alternative Piedmont 1.4 mi 7.5

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

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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 ranks #993 of 9,539 schools in CA.

What is Edna Brewer Middle's MySchoolScout rating?

Edna Brewer Middle has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.4 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 Edna Brewer Middle?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Edna Brewer Middle has 49% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 59% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

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
70 Very Bikeable

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Compare This School

How does Edna Brewer Middle stack up?

Downtown Charter Academy
9.6

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
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
43.9%

District

Oakland Unified
District Enrollment
33,916
Schools in District
82
Per-Pupil Spending
$22,181
District Rank
#4 of 79

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