Very Good
#195 of 1,787 private schools in CA
Top 11% of private schools
Julia Morgan School for Girls
Middle School
5000 MACARTHUR BLVD, Oakland, CA 94613
Enrollment
129
Student-Teacher
9.2:1
Score
7.6
Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
129
Student-Teacher
9.2:1
Score
7.6
Grades
6th – 8th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
California private schools
#195 of 1,787
In Oakland
#9 of 18
public schools
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Julia Morgan School for Girls
Middle School in Oakland · grades 6th – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Julia Morgan School for Girls
Julia Morgan School for Girls is a private middle school in Oakland, CA. Julia Morgan School for Girls serves approximately 129 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 9.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Julia Morgan School for Girls has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.6 out of 10 and ranks #195 of 1,787 private schools in CA.
- This school 7.6 · Very Good
- CA avg 6.5
What Parents Should Know
At 129 students, Julia Morgan School for Girls 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.
At 9.2:1 students to teachers, Julia Morgan School for Girls sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Julia Morgan School for Girls is private, so it runs independently of the local district and sets its own curriculum. That freedom cuts both ways depending on what you want for your child. If you're considering it, start with the practical questions: tuition, financial aid, and how admissions work.
Compare to Public Schools
BetaHow Julia Morgan School for Girls compares to 55 public schools serving similar grades in Oakland, CA
Student Demographics
Nearby Middle Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Julia Morgan School for Girls (this school) | 7.6 |
| Urban Montessori Charter | 4.4 |
| Melrose Leadership Academy | 8.9 |
| Frick United Academy of Language Middle | 4.0 |
| Greenleaf | 2.7 |
| Bret Harte Middle | 5.0 |
| Coliseum College Prep Academy | 7.1 |
| LIFE Academy | 8.9 |
| United for Success Academy Middle | 6.5 |
| Oakland Unity Middle | 7.6 |
| Aspire Golden State College Preparatory Academy | 5.2 |
| Aurum Preparatory Academy | 7.5 |
| ASCEND | 6.9 |
| Urban Promise Academy Middle | 4.6 |
| Independent Study Sojourner Truth | 6.5 |
| Bay Area Technology | 5.4 |
| Lazear Charter Academy | 6.2 |
| Montera Middle | 5.9 |
| Edna Brewer Middle | 8.4 |
| Roosevelt Middle | 6.7 |
| Francophone Charter School of Oakland | 4.4 |
Showing 20 of 55 schools. View all schools in Oakland
Demographics sourced from NCES Private School Survey (PSS) and Common Core of Data (CCD). Comparisons are based on enrollment-weighted averages.
Score Breakdown
PreliminaryWhat This Rating Measures
This rating reflects classroom size, instructional time, student diversity, community resources, and school characteristics. Private schools are ranked against other private schools in CA.
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Score basis: Private school model
Data coverage: 80% of scoring components had data
Components scored: 4 of 5
Ranking pool: Private schools in CA
Test Scores
Test score data not yet available for this school.
Student Demographics NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)
Location
5000 MACARTHUR BLVD, Oakland, CA 94613
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Julia Morgan School for Girls may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Melrose Leadership Academy (rated 8.9/10, 0.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Oakland Unity High (rated 8.3/10, 0.7 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Redwood Heights Elementary (rated 6.7/10, 1.0 miles away), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Oakland, see our Oakland schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.1 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Urban Montessori Charter Oakland | 0.2 mi | 4.4 |
| Mills College Children's School at Northeastern University Oakland | 0.3 mi | — |
| Julia Morgan School for Girls Oakland | 0.4 mi | — |
| Seneca Family of Agencies-Maya Angelou Academy Oakland | 0.5 mi | — |
| SENECA FAMILY OF AGENCIES MAYA ANGELOU ACADEMY Oakland | 0.5 mi | — |
| Oakland Unity High Oakland | 0.7 mi | 8.3 |
| Melrose Leadership Academy Oakland | 0.6 mi | 8.9 |
| Aspire Triumph Technology Academy Oakland | 0.7 mi | 2.2 |
| MOUNTAIN BLVD MONTESSORI SCHOOL Oakland | 0.8 mi | — |
| Spectrum Center, Camden Campus Oakland | 0.8 mi | — |
| SPECTRUM CENTER Oakland | 0.8 mi | 5.6 |
| Frick United Academy of Language Middle Oakland | 0.8 mi | 4.0 |
| Laurel Elementary Oakland | 0.8 mi | 3.4 |
| CORNERSTONE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Oakland | 0.8 mi | — |
| Infant and Preschool Program Oakland | 0.8 mi | — |
| Redwood Heights Elementary Oakland | 1.0 mi | 6.7 |
| Muhammad University Oakland | 1.1 mi | — |
| Carl B. Munck Elementary Oakland | 1.1 mi | 3.6 |
| Allendale Elementary Oakland | 1.0 mi | 3.2 |
| Horace Mann Elementary Oakland | 1.1 mi | 2.0 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 94613 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Population
529
College Educated
3.8%
Poverty Rate
61.5%
Median Age
19.7
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Oakland Unity Middle Oakland, CA | 7.6 |
| Aurum Preparatory Academy Oakland, CA | 7.5 |
| MILLENNIUM SCHOOL OF SAN FRANCISCO San Francisco, CA | 7.5 |
| Russell Westbrook Why Not? Middle Los Angeles, CA | 7.5 |
| Maxwell Middle Maxwell, CA | 7.4 |
| Miller's Hill Shingle Springs, CA | 7.4 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Julia Morgan School for Girls
What grades does Julia Morgan School for Girls serve?
Julia Morgan School for Girls serves students in grades 6th through 8th.
How many students attend Julia Morgan School for Girls?
Julia Morgan School for Girls has an enrollment of approximately 129 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Julia Morgan School for Girls?
The student-teacher ratio at Julia Morgan School for Girls is 9.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Julia Morgan School for Girls rank in CA?
Julia Morgan School for Girls ranks #195 of 1,787 private schools in CA.
What is Julia Morgan School for Girls's MySchoolScout rating?
Julia Morgan School for Girls has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.6 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Julia Morgan School for Girls a private school?
Yes, Julia Morgan School for Girls is a private all-girls school with a Nonsectarian affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.
Is Julia Morgan School for Girls a religious school?
No, Julia Morgan School for Girls is a nonsectarian (non-religious) private school.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- 6th – 8th
- Enrollment
- 129
- Gender Split
- 0% M / 100% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 9.2:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 14
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- all-girls
- Affiliation
- Nonsectarian
- School Day
- 7 hours
- Days Per Year
- 175 days
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Alameda County
- Phone
- (510) 632-6000
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