Excellent
#399 of 9,539 schools in CA
Top 4% in state
Life Academy
High School · Oakland Unified
2101 35th Ave., Oakland, CA 94601
Enrollment
441
Student-Teacher
14.7:1
Score
8.9
Grades
6th – 12th
Enrollment
441
Student-Teacher
14.7:1
Score
8.9
Grades
6th – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#399 of 9,539
In Oakland
#3 of 147
public schools
In district
#2 of 79
Oakland Unified
School environment
9.4 / 10
Excellent
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Life Academy
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About Life Academy
Life Academy is a public high school in Oakland, CA, part of Oakland Unified. Life Academy serves approximately 441 students, and covers grades 6th-12th, and has a 14.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Life Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.9 out of 10 and ranks #399 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Life Academy show 25% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 40% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 8.9 · Excellent
- District avg 6.2
- CA avg 6.5
What Parents Should Know
46% of students at Life Academy 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
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Life Academy — Students at Life Academy score 34% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 19%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
97.7%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)
Based on 38 test records from CA state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 9.0/10.
How Life Academy Compares
See how Life Academy 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
2101 35th Ave., Oakland, CA 94601
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Life Academy may also want to explore other high schools in the area. ARISE High (rated 8.1/10, 0.8 miles away), with a comparable rating. Another option is Oakland Charter High (rated 7.1/10, 0.2 miles away), a more accessible option. Additionally, Fremont High (rated 5.4/10, 0.8 miles away), a more accessible option. For more schools in Oakland, see our Oakland schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 0.8 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| United for Success Academy Middle Oakland | 0.0 mi | 6.5 |
| Patten Academy of Christian Education Oakland | 0.2 mi | — |
| Oakland Charter High Oakland | 0.2 mi | 7.1 |
| PATTEN ACADEMY OF CHRISTIAN EDUCATION Oakland | 0.2 mi | 7.7 |
| Global Family Elementary Oakland | 0.4 mi | 5.3 |
| Learning Without Limits Oakland | 0.4 mi | 5.8 |
| Urban Promise Academy Middle Oakland | 0.5 mi | 4.6 |
| CRISTO REY DE LA SALLE EAST BAY HIGH SCHOOL Oakland | 0.5 mi | 4.5 |
| Cristo Rey De La Salle East Bay High School Oakland | 0.5 mi | — |
| St. Elizabeth School Elementary (A Lumen Christi Academy) Oakland | 0.6 mi | — |
| ST ELIZABETH ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Oakland | 0.6 mi | 5.0 |
| Oakland Charter Academy Richmond | 0.7 mi | 1.7 |
| Achieve Academy Oakland | 0.6 mi | 8.0 |
| Manzanita Community Elementary Oakland | 0.7 mi | 2.1 |
| Manzanita SEED Elementary Oakland | 0.7 mi | 3.7 |
| ARISE High Oakland | 0.8 mi | 8.1 |
| ASCEND Oakland | 0.8 mi | 6.9 |
| Fruitvale Elementary Oakland | 0.8 mi | 2.2 |
| Allendale Elementary Oakland | 0.7 mi | 3.2 |
| Fremont High Oakland | 0.8 mi | 5.4 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 94601 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$66,651
Median Home Value
$703,100
Median Rent
$1,651/mo
Population
52,289
College Educated
24%
Homeownership
34.5%
Avg Commute
28.7 min
Poverty Rate
17.5%
Median Age
35.5
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Life Academy
What grades does Life Academy serve?
Life Academy serves students in grades 6th through 12th.
How many students attend Life Academy?
Life Academy has an enrollment of approximately 441 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Life Academy?
The student-teacher ratio at Life Academy is 14.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Life Academy rank in CA?
Life Academy ranks #399 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Life Academy's MySchoolScout rating?
Life Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.9 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 Life Academy?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Life Academy has 25% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 40% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Life Academy a charter school?
No, Life Academy is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Life Academy a Title I school?
No, Life Academy is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Life Academy?
97.7% of students at Life Academy 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
- 6th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 441
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 14.7:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 30
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 97.7%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Alameda County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 45.6%
- Phone
- (510) 879-1335
- 4-Year Graduation
- 90%+
Resources & Links
District
Oakland Unified- District Enrollment
- 33,916
- Schools in District
- 82
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $22,181
- District Rank
- #2 of 79
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