Very Good
#1666 of 9,539 schools in CA
Top 18% in state
North Oakland Community Charter
Elementary School · North Oakland Community Charter District
1000 42nd St., Oakland, CA 94608
Enrollment
111
Student-Teacher
15.9:1
Score
7.9
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
111
Student-Teacher
15.9:1
Score
7.9
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#1,666 of 9,539
In Oakland
#13 of 147
public schools
School environment
9.7 / 10
Excellent
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North Oakland Community Charter
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About North Oakland Community Charter
North Oakland Community Charter is a public elementary school in Oakland, CA, part of North Oakland Community Charter District. North Oakland Community Charter serves approximately 111 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 15.9:1 student-teacher ratio. North Oakland Community Charter has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.9 out of 10 and ranks #1,666 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for North Oakland Community Charter show 20% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2018-2024) and 30% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2018-2024).
- This school 7.9 · Very Good
- CA avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
At 111 students, North Oakland Community Charter 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 North Oakland Community Charter 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.
North Oakland Community Charter is a charter school: publicly funded, but run with more independence than a traditional district school. Many charters are built around a specific model or focus, so it's worth understanding this one's mission, how enrollment works, and how it differs from the district schools nearby.
Score Breakdown
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North Oakland Community Charter — Students at North Oakland Community Charter score 25% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 38%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
64.9%
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: 9.5/10.
How North Oakland Community Charter Compares
See how North Oakland Community Charter performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
1000 42nd St., Oakland, CA 94608
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering North Oakland Community Charter may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Malcolm X Elementary (rated 8.8/10, 1.3 miles away, in nearby Berkeley), which scores slightly higher. Another option is Yu Ming Charter (rated 8.6/10, 1.1 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, ESCUELA BILINGUE INTERNATIONAL (rated 6.0/10, 0.3 miles away, in nearby Emeryville), a more accessible option. For more schools in Oakland, see our Oakland schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.2 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| EAST BAY GERMAN INTERNATIONAL SCHOOL Emeryville | 0.1 mi | 8.2 |
| East Bay German International School Emeryville | 0.1 mi | — |
| Escuela Bilingüe Internacional Emeryville | 0.3 mi | — |
| ESCUELA BILINGUE INTERNATIONAL Emeryville | 0.3 mi | 6.0 |
| Oakland Military Institute College Preparatory Academy Oakland | 0.3 mi | 7.1 |
| Home and Hospital Program Oakland | 0.4 mi | — |
| Young Adult Program Oakland | 0.4 mi | 5.3 |
| Emery Secondary Emeryville | 0.4 mi | 8.0 |
| Anna Yates Elementary Emeryville | 0.4 mi | 5.2 |
| Hoover Elementary Oakland | 0.7 mi | 2.8 |
| Aspire Berkley Maynard Academy Oakland | 0.9 mi | 3.0 |
| McClymonds High Oakland | 1.0 mi | 6.5 |
| Oakland International High Oakland | 0.9 mi | 6.6 |
| Yu Ming Charter Oakland | 1.1 mi | 8.6 |
| St. Andrew M.B.C. Private P. C. P. C. Oakland | 1.1 mi | — |
| Sankofa United Elementary Oakland | 1.2 mi | 4.4 |
| Emerson Elementary Oakland | 1.0 mi | 4.7 |
| Street Academy Alternative High Oakland | 1.2 mi | 6.1 |
| Malcolm X Elementary Berkeley | 1.3 mi | 8.8 |
| Oakland Technical High Oakland | 1.2 mi | 7.6 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 94608 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$116,306
Median Home Value
$826,900
Median Rent
$2,561/mo
Population
33,998
College Educated
64.1%
Homeownership
33%
Avg Commute
29.9 min
Poverty Rate
15.6%
Median Age
35.4
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| BERKWOOD HEDGE SCHOOL Berkeley, CA | 7.9 |
| BETHANY CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Westminster, CA | 7.9 |
| CARDEN CONSERVATORY Huntington Beach, CA | 7.9 |
| HOLY ANGELS SCHOOL Colma, CA | 7.9 |
| Olympic Primary Center Los Angeles, CA | 7.9 |
| TERRA MARIN SCHOOL Mill Valley, CA | 7.9 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about North Oakland Community Charter
What grades does North Oakland Community Charter serve?
North Oakland Community Charter serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend North Oakland Community Charter?
North Oakland Community Charter has an enrollment of approximately 111 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at North Oakland Community Charter?
The student-teacher ratio at North Oakland Community Charter is 15.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does North Oakland Community Charter rank in CA?
North Oakland Community Charter ranks #1,666 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is North Oakland Community Charter's MySchoolScout rating?
North Oakland Community Charter has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.9 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 North Oakland Community Charter?
Based on loaded state assessment records, North Oakland Community Charter has 20% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2018-2024) and 30% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2018-2024).
Is North Oakland Community Charter a charter school?
Yes, North Oakland Community Charter is a charter school. Charter schools are publicly funded but independently operated, often with more flexibility in curriculum and teaching methods.
Is North Oakland Community Charter a Title I school?
No, North Oakland Community Charter is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for North Oakland Community Charter?
64.9% of students at North Oakland Community Charter 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
- Kindergarten – 5th
- Enrollment
- 111
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 15.9:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 7
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 64.9%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Alameda County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 24.3%
- Phone
- (510) 655-0540
Resources & Links
District
North Oakland Community Charter District- District Enrollment
- 111
- Schools in District
- 1
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $22,378
- District Rank
- #1 of 1
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