Below Average
#8474 of 9,539 schools in CA
O'hara Park Middle
Middle School · Oakley Union Elementary
1100 O'Hara Ave., Oakley, CA 94561
Enrollment
836
Student-Teacher
24.6:1
Score
4.1
Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
836
Student-Teacher
24.6:1
Score
4.1
Grades
6th – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#8,474 of 9,539
In Oakley
#7 of 11
public schools
In district
#5 of 9
Oakley Union Elementary
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O'hara Park Middle
Middle School in Oakley · grades 6th – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About O'hara Park Middle
O'hara Park Middle is a public middle school in Oakley, CA, part of Oakley Union Elementary. O'hara Park Middle serves approximately 836 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 24.6:1 student-teacher ratio. O'hara Park Middle has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.1 out of 10 and ranks #8,474 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for O'hara Park Middle show 27% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 46% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 4.1 · Below Average
- District avg 4.3
- CA avg 6.5
What Parents Should Know
O'hara Park Middle runs 24.6:1 students to teachers, above the national average. That often means bigger classes. Ask how the school supports kids who need extra help, and whether there are teaching assistants or small-group time.
Score Breakdown
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O'hara Park Middle — Students at O'hara Park Middle score 27% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 50%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
42.7%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)
Based on 32 test records from CA state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 4.2/10.
How O'hara Park Middle Compares
See how O'hara Park Middle 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
1100 O'Hara Ave., Oakley, CA 94561
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering O'hara Park Middle may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. William B. Bristow Middle (rated 5.3/10, 3.5 miles away, in nearby Brentwood), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Delta Vista Middle (rated 4.4/10, 1.2 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Oakley, see our Oakley schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.5 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Oakley Elementary Oakley | 0.5 mi | 3.1 |
| Laurel Elementary Oakley | 0.5 mi | 3.7 |
| Bolling Thompson Academy Oakley | 1.0 mi | — |
| Vintage Parkway Elementary Oakley | 1.2 mi | 4.6 |
| Gehringer Elementary Oakley | 1.1 mi | 4.0 |
| Almond Grove Elementary Oakley | 1.2 mi | 7.8 |
| Freedom High Oakley | 1.4 mi | 6.1 |
| Iron House Elementary Oakley | 1.2 mi | 3.5 |
| Delta Vista Middle Oakley | 1.2 mi | 4.4 |
| Orchard Park Oakley | 1.7 mi | 5.1 |
| Marsh Creek Elementary Brentwood | 2.5 mi | 7.4 |
| GOLDEN HILLS CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Brentwood | 2.4 mi | 6.1 |
| Pioneer Elementary Brentwood | 2.6 mi | 5.8 |
| Carmen Dragon Elementary Antioch | 2.7 mi | 3.7 |
| Mary Casey Black Elementary Brentwood | 3.1 mi | 6.9 |
| New Light Education Antioch | 2.7 mi | — |
| Successful Independent Study High School Antioch | 2.7 mi | — |
| Heritage Baptist Academy Antioch | 3.0 mi | — |
| HERITAGE BAPTIST ACADEMY Antioch | 3.1 mi | 7.2 |
| William B. Bristow Middle Brentwood | 3.5 mi | 5.3 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 94561 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$130,859
Median Home Value
$632,100
Median Rent
$1,982/mo
Population
45,386
College Educated
23.1%
Homeownership
76.1%
Avg Commute
41.9 min
Poverty Rate
7%
Median Age
36.2
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| Greenfield Middle El Cajon, CA | 4.1 |
| John Glenn Middle School of International Studies Indio, CA | 4.1 |
| Mulcahy Middle Tulare, CA | 4.1 |
| San Ysidro Middle San Ysidro, CA | 4.1 |
| Warren F. Frisbie Middle Rialto, CA | 4.1 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about O'hara Park Middle
What grades does O'hara Park Middle serve?
O'hara Park Middle serves students in grades 6th through 8th.
How many students attend O'hara Park Middle?
O'hara Park Middle has an enrollment of approximately 836 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at O'hara Park Middle?
The student-teacher ratio at O'hara Park Middle is 24.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does O'hara Park Middle rank in CA?
O'hara Park Middle ranks #8,474 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is O'hara Park Middle's MySchoolScout rating?
O'hara Park Middle has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.1 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 O'hara Park Middle?
Based on loaded state assessment records, O'hara Park Middle has 27% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 46% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is O'hara Park Middle a charter school?
No, O'hara Park Middle is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is O'hara Park Middle a Title I school?
No, O'hara Park Middle is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for O'hara Park Middle?
42.7% of students at O'hara Park Middle 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 – 8th
- Enrollment
- 836
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 24.6:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 34
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 42.7%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Contra Costa County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 20.2%
- Phone
- (925) 625-5060
Resources & Links
District
Oakley Union Elementary- District Enrollment
- 5,098
- Schools in District
- 9
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $14,305
- District Rank
- #5 of 9
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