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Gateway to College High at Laney College
High School · Oakland Unified
900 Fallon St., Oakland, CA 94607
Enrollment
98
Score
5.8
Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
98
Score
5.8
Grades
9th – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#5,888 of 9,539
In Oakland
#63 of 147
public schools
In district
#32 of 79
Oakland Unified
School environment
9.8 / 10
Excellent
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Gateway to College High at Laney College
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About Gateway to College High at Laney College
Gateway to College High at Laney College is a public high school in Oakland, CA, part of Oakland Unified. Gateway to College High at Laney College serves approximately 98 students, and covers grades 9th-12th. Gateway to College High at Laney College has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.8 out of 10 and ranks #5,888 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Gateway to College High at Laney College show 19% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 25% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 5.8 · Average
- District avg 6.2
- CA avg 6.5
What Parents Should Know
At 98 students, Gateway to College High at Laney College 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 Gateway to College High at Laney College 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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Gateway to College High at Laney College — Students at Gateway to College High at Laney College score 16% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 27%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
83.7%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)
Based on 14 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: 8.7/10.
How Gateway to College High at Laney College Compares
See how Gateway to College High at Laney College performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
900 Fallon St., Oakland, CA 94607
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Gateway to College High at Laney College may also want to explore other high schools in the area. MetWest High (rated 6.6/10, 0.3 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is Street Academy Alternative High (rated 6.1/10, 1.5 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, AIMS College Prep High (rated 6.0/10, 1.3 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Oakland, see our Oakland schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.5 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| AIMS College Prep Middle Oakland | 0.3 mi | 7.0 |
| American Indian Public Charter School II Oakland | 0.3 mi | 7.4 |
| La Escuelita Oakland | 0.3 mi | 2.9 |
| Dewey Academy High Oakland | 0.3 mi | 5.5 |
| Lincoln Elementary Oakland | 0.3 mi | 6.4 |
| MetWest High Oakland | 0.3 mi | 6.6 |
| LAMBO ACADEMY INTERNATIONAL Oakland | 0.3 mi | — |
| LAMBO Academy International Oakland | 0.3 mi | — |
| STARLITE CHILD DEVELOPMENT CENTER Oakland | 0.4 mi | — |
| LAMBO ACADEMY INTERNATIONAL Oakland | 0.5 mi | — |
| Envision Academy for Arts & Technology Oakland | 0.6 mi | 4.0 |
| Oakland School for the Arts Oakland | 0.9 mi | 4.6 |
| Franklin Elementary Oakland | 0.8 mi | 4.4 |
| St. Paul's Episcopal School Oakland | 1.0 mi | — |
| ST PAULS EPISCOPAL SCHOOL Oakland | 1.0 mi | 8.1 |
| Westlake Middle Oakland | 1.3 mi | 4.3 |
| Cleveland Elementary Oakland | 1.2 mi | 5.7 |
| AIMS College Prep High Oakland | 1.3 mi | 6.0 |
| KIPP Bridge Academy Oakland | 1.3 mi | 8.2 |
| Street Academy Alternative High Oakland | 1.5 mi | 6.1 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 94607 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$87,937
Median Home Value
$744,600
Median Rent
$1,875/mo
Population
27,891
College Educated
47.4%
Homeownership
30.5%
Avg Commute
33.1 min
Poverty Rate
19.3%
Median Age
35.9
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| Alta Vista High Mountain View, CA | 5.8 |
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| Boys Academic Leadership Academy Los Angeles, CA | 5.8 |
| Delta Charter Aptos, CA | 5.8 |
| Foothills High San Marcos, CA | 5.8 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Gateway to College High at Laney College
What grades does Gateway to College High at Laney College serve?
Gateway to College High at Laney College serves students in grades 9th through 12th.
How many students attend Gateway to College High at Laney College?
Gateway to College High at Laney College has an enrollment of approximately 98 students.
How does Gateway to College High at Laney College rank in CA?
Gateway to College High at Laney College ranks #5,888 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Gateway to College High at Laney College's MySchoolScout rating?
Gateway to College High at Laney College has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.8 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 Gateway to College High at Laney College?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Gateway to College High at Laney College has 19% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 25% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Gateway to College High at Laney College a charter school?
No, Gateway to College High at Laney College is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Gateway to College High at Laney College a Title I school?
No, Gateway to College High at Laney College is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Gateway to College High at Laney College?
83.7% of students at Gateway to College High at Laney College 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
- 98
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 83.7%
- Type
- alternative
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Alameda County
- Phone
- (510) 879-2311
- 4-Year Graduation
- 24.5%
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District
Oakland Unified- District Enrollment
- 33,916
- Schools in District
- 82
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $22,181
- District Rank
- #32 of 79
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