Needs Improvement
#8810 of 9,539 schools in CA
Opportunity Youth Academy
High School · Santa Clara County Office of Education
1290 Ridder Park Dr., San Jose, CA 95131
Enrollment
376
Student-Teacher
34.2:1
Score
3.8
Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
376
Student-Teacher
34.2:1
Score
3.8
Grades
9th – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#8,810 of 9,539
In San Jose
#203 of 223
public schools
In district
#3 of 4
Santa Clara County Office of Education
Academic growth
9.4 / 10
Excellent
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About Opportunity Youth Academy
Opportunity Youth Academy is a public high school in San Jose, CA, part of Santa Clara County Office of Education. Opportunity Youth Academy serves approximately 376 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 34.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Opportunity Youth Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.8 out of 10 and ranks #8,810 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Opportunity Youth Academy show 6% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2016-2024) and 18% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2016-2024).
- This school 3.8 · Needs Improvement
- District avg 5.4
- CA avg 6.5
What Parents Should Know
Test scores at Opportunity Youth Academy 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.
Opportunity Youth Academy runs 34.2:1 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.
Opportunity Youth Academy 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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Opportunity Youth Academy — Students at Opportunity Youth Academy score 8% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 27%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
83.2%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)
Based on 16 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: 9.4/10.
How Opportunity Youth Academy Compares
See how Opportunity Youth Academy performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
1290 Ridder Park Dr., San Jose, CA 95131
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Opportunity Youth Academy may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Santa Clara County Court (rated 6.8/10), which scores notably higher. Another option is Santa Clara County Community (rated 5.7/10), which scores notably higher. Additionally, San Jose Conservation Corps Charter (rated 4.7/10, 0.8 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in San Jose, see our San Jose schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.4 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Santa Clara County Community San Jose | 0.0 mi | 5.7 |
| Santa Clara County Court San Jose | 0.0 mi | 6.8 |
| Santa Clara County Special Education San Jose | 0.0 mi | 3.1 |
| Orchard Elementary San Jose | 0.3 mi | 7.7 |
| San Jose Conservation Corps Charter San Jose | 0.8 mi | 4.7 |
| Challenger School - Berryessa San Jose | 0.9 mi | — |
| Mabel Mattos Elementary Milpitas | 1.5 mi | 5.9 |
| Walter L. Bachrodt Elementary San Jose | 1.6 mi | 5.1 |
| Pearl Zanker Elementary Milpitas | 1.7 mi | 7.1 |
| Brooktree Elementary San Jose | 1.5 mi | 7.1 |
| Vinci Park Elementary San Jose | 1.5 mi | 8.0 |
| Stratford Milpitas Great Mall Milpitas | 1.9 mi | — |
| Stratford Preparatory Milpitas Milpitas | 2.0 mi | — |
| Muwekma Ohlone Middle San Jose | 2.1 mi | 5.8 |
| Northwood Elementary San Jose | 2.0 mi | 8.5 |
| Grant Elementary San Jose | 2.3 mi | 3.5 |
| LIFE CONNECTIONS CHILDRENS LEARNING CENTER Milpitas | 2.5 mi | — |
| Cherrywood Elementary San Jose | 2.1 mi | 8.9 |
| Abram Agnew Elementary San Jose | 2.3 mi | 7.6 |
| Empire Gardens Elementary San Jose | 2.4 mi | 4.6 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 95131 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$170,128
Median Home Value
$1,134,200
Median Rent
$3,182/mo
Population
30,745
College Educated
57%
Homeownership
63.3%
Avg Commute
28.2 min
Poverty Rate
7.8%
Median Age
37.7
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|---|---|
| Escuela Popular/Center for Training and Careers Family Lrng San Jose, CA | 3.7 |
| Susan H. Nelson Temecula, CA | 3.9 |
| Aspire Stockton 6-12 Secondary Academy Stockton, CA | 3.6 |
| Vista West Continuation High Bakersfield, CA | 3.6 |
| Abraxas Continuation High Poway, CA | 4.0 |
| Ridgway High (Continuation) Santa Rosa, CA | 4.0 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Opportunity Youth Academy
What grades does Opportunity Youth Academy serve?
Opportunity Youth Academy serves students in grades 9th through 12th.
How many students attend Opportunity Youth Academy?
Opportunity Youth Academy has an enrollment of approximately 376 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Opportunity Youth Academy?
The student-teacher ratio at Opportunity Youth Academy is 34.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Opportunity Youth Academy rank in CA?
Opportunity Youth Academy ranks #8,810 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Opportunity Youth Academy's MySchoolScout rating?
Opportunity Youth Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.8 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 Opportunity Youth Academy?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Opportunity Youth Academy has 6% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2016-2024) and 18% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2016-2024).
Is Opportunity Youth Academy a charter school?
Yes, Opportunity Youth Academy is a charter school. Charter schools are publicly funded but independently operated, often with more flexibility in curriculum and teaching methods.
Is Opportunity Youth Academy a Title I school?
No, Opportunity Youth Academy is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Opportunity Youth Academy?
83.2% of students at Opportunity Youth 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
- 9th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 376
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 34.2:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 11
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 83.2%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Santa Clara County
- Phone
- (844) 692-4888
- 4-Year Graduation
- 12.0%
Resources & Links
District
Santa Clara County Office of Education- District Enrollment
- 1,408
- Schools in District
- 4
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $174,947
- District Rank
- #3 of 4
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