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Oakland High
High School · Oakland Unified
1023 MacArthur Blvd., Oakland, CA 94610
Enrollment
1,525
Student-Teacher
18.2:1
Score
6.0
Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
1,525
Student-Teacher
18.2:1
Score
6.0
Grades
9th – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#5,485 of 9,539
In Oakland
#56 of 147
public schools
In district
#28 of 79
Oakland Unified
School environment
7.3 / 10
Very Good
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About Oakland High
Oakland High is a public high school in Oakland, CA, part of Oakland Unified. Oakland High serves approximately 1,525 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 18.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Oakland High has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.0 out of 10 and ranks #5,485 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Oakland High show 26% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 38% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 6.0 · Average
- District avg 6.2
- CA avg 6.5
What Parents Should Know
58% of students at Oakland High 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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Oakland High — Students at Oakland High score 28% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 23%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
91.2%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)
Based on 26 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: 6.6/10.
How Oakland High Compares
See how Oakland High 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
1023 MacArthur Blvd., Oakland, CA 94610
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Oakland High may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Piedmont High (rated 9.3/10, 1.3 miles away, in nearby Piedmont), which scores notably higher. Another option is Millennium High Alternative (rated 7.5/10, 1.3 miles away, in nearby Piedmont), which scores notably higher. Additionally, AIMS College Prep High (rated 6.0/10, 0.8 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Oakland, see our Oakland schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.1 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Bella Vista Elementary Oakland | 0.3 mi | 3.8 |
| Cleveland Elementary Oakland | 0.4 mi | 5.7 |
| Edna Brewer Middle Oakland | 0.4 mi | 8.4 |
| Crocker Highlands Elementary Oakland | 0.7 mi | 7.4 |
| AIMS College Prep High Oakland | 0.8 mi | 6.0 |
| Roosevelt Middle Oakland | 1.0 mi | 6.7 |
| Wildwood Elementary Piedmont | 1.1 mi | 9.3 |
| Franklin Elementary Oakland | 1.0 mi | 4.4 |
| REDWOOD DAY SCHOOL Oakland | 0.9 mi | 6.9 |
| Manzanita Community Elementary Oakland | 1.1 mi | 2.1 |
| Manzanita SEED Elementary Oakland | 1.1 mi | 3.7 |
| Glenview Elementary Oakland | 1.0 mi | 7.3 |
| GRAND LAKE MONTESSORI Oakland | 1.1 mi | — |
| Garfield Elementary Oakland | 1.3 mi | 3.5 |
| Piedmont Middle Piedmont | 1.3 mi | 9.0 |
| Millennium High Alternative Piedmont | 1.3 mi | 7.5 |
| Zoom_Excel LLC Oakland | 1.3 mi | — |
| Piedmont High Piedmont | 1.3 mi | 9.3 |
| Community School for Creative Education Oakland | 1.4 mi | 5.2 |
| THE RENAISSANCE INTERNATIONAL SCHOOL Oakland | 1.1 mi | 8.7 |
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 Oakland High
What grades does Oakland High serve?
Oakland High serves students in grades 9th through 12th.
How many students attend Oakland High?
Oakland High has an enrollment of approximately 1,525 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Oakland High?
The student-teacher ratio at Oakland High is 18.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Oakland High rank in CA?
Oakland High ranks #5,485 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Oakland High's MySchoolScout rating?
Oakland High has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.0 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 Oakland High?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Oakland High has 26% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 38% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Oakland High a charter school?
No, Oakland High is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Oakland High a Title I school?
No, Oakland High is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Oakland High?
91.2% of students at Oakland High 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
- 1,525
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 18.2:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 84
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 91.2%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Alameda County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 57.5%
- Phone
- (510) 879-2304
- 4-Year Graduation
- 83.0%
Resources & Links
District
Oakland Unified- District Enrollment
- 33,916
- Schools in District
- 82
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $22,181
- District Rank
- #28 of 79
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