Very Good
#158 of 1,787 private schools in CA
Top 9% of private schools
Patten Academy of Christian Education
School
2433 COOLIDGE AVE, Oakland, CA 94601
Enrollment
108
Student-Teacher
9:1
Score
7.7
Grades
Kindergarten – 12th
Enrollment
108
Student-Teacher
9:1
Score
7.7
Grades
Kindergarten – 12th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
California private schools
#158 of 1,787
In Oakland
#7 of 18
public schools
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Patten Academy of Christian Education
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About Patten Academy of Christian Education
Patten Academy of Christian Education is a private school in Oakland, CA. Patten Academy of Christian Education serves approximately 108 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-12th, and has a 9:1 student-teacher ratio. Patten Academy of Christian Education has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.7 out of 10 and ranks #158 of 1,787 private schools in CA.
- This school 7.7 · Very Good
- CA avg 6.3
What Parents Should Know
At 108 students, Patten Academy of Christian Education 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.
At 9:1 students to teachers, Patten Academy of Christian Education sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Patten Academy of Christian Education is private, so it runs independently of the local district and sets its own curriculum. That freedom cuts both ways depending on what you want for your child. If you're considering it, start with the practical questions: tuition, financial aid, and how admissions work.
Compare to Public Schools
BetaHow Patten Academy of Christian Education compares to 149 public schools serving similar grades in Oakland, CA
Student Demographics
Nearby Other Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Patten Academy of Christian Education (this school) | 7.7 |
| Oakland Charter High | 7.1 |
| LIFE Academy | 8.9 |
| United for Success Academy Middle | 6.5 |
| Urban Promise Academy Middle | 4.6 |
| Achieve Academy | 8.0 |
| Manzanita SEED Elementary | 3.7 |
| Manzanita Community Elementary | 2.1 |
| Global Family Elementary | 5.3 |
| Learning Without Limits | 5.8 |
| International Community Elementary | 3.5 |
| Think College Now Elementary | 2.6 |
| ARISE High | 8.1 |
| Fruitvale Elementary | 2.2 |
| Latitude 37.8 High | 6.7 |
| Allendale Elementary | 3.2 |
| ASCEND | 6.9 |
| Garfield Elementary | 3.5 |
| Lazear Charter Academy | 6.2 |
| Roosevelt Middle | 6.7 |
| Fremont High | 5.4 |
Showing 20 of 149 schools. View all schools in Oakland
Demographics sourced from NCES Private School Survey (PSS) and Common Core of Data (CCD). Comparisons are based on enrollment-weighted averages.
Score Breakdown
PreliminaryWhat This Rating Measures
This rating reflects classroom size, instructional time, student diversity, community resources, and school characteristics. Private schools are ranked against other private schools in CA.
Data Unavailable
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Score basis: Private school model
Data coverage: 80% of scoring components had data
Components scored: 4 of 5
Ranking pool: Private schools in CA
Test Scores
Test score data not yet available for this school.
Student Demographics NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)
Location
2433 COOLIDGE AVE, Oakland, CA 94601
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Patten Academy of Christian Education may also want to explore other schools in the area. LIFE Academy (rated 8.9/10, 0.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is ARISE High (rated 8.1/10, 0.8 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Achieve Academy (rated 8.0/10, 0.5 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Oakland, see our Oakland schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 0.9 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Oakland Charter High Oakland | 0.0 mi | 7.1 |
| Patten Academy of Christian Education Oakland | 0.1 mi | — |
| LIFE Academy Oakland | 0.2 mi | 8.9 |
| United for Success Academy Middle Oakland | 0.2 mi | 6.5 |
| Urban Promise Academy Middle Oakland | 0.4 mi | 4.6 |
| Cristo Rey De La Salle East Bay High School Oakland | 0.5 mi | — |
| CRISTO REY DE LA SALLE EAST BAY HIGH SCHOOL Oakland | 0.5 mi | 4.5 |
| Achieve Academy Oakland | 0.5 mi | 8.0 |
| Manzanita Community Elementary Oakland | 0.5 mi | 2.1 |
| Manzanita SEED Elementary Oakland | 0.5 mi | 3.7 |
| St. Elizabeth School Elementary (A Lumen Christi Academy) Oakland | 0.5 mi | — |
| ST ELIZABETH ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Oakland | 0.6 mi | 5.0 |
| Global Family Elementary Oakland | 0.6 mi | 5.3 |
| Learning Without Limits Oakland | 0.6 mi | 5.8 |
| ARISE High Oakland | 0.8 mi | 8.1 |
| Fruitvale Elementary Oakland | 0.8 mi | 2.2 |
| Oakland Charter Academy Richmond | 0.8 mi | 1.7 |
| International Community Elementary Oakland | 0.7 mi | 3.5 |
| Think College Now Elementary Oakland | 0.7 mi | 2.6 |
| REDWOOD DAY SCHOOL Oakland | 0.9 mi | 6.9 |
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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| Crossroads Charter Academy Armona, CA | 7.8 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Patten Academy of Christian Education
What grades does Patten Academy of Christian Education serve?
Patten Academy of Christian Education serves students in grades Kindergarten through 12th.
How many students attend Patten Academy of Christian Education?
Patten Academy of Christian Education has an enrollment of approximately 108 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Patten Academy of Christian Education?
The student-teacher ratio at Patten Academy of Christian Education is 9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Patten Academy of Christian Education rank in CA?
Patten Academy of Christian Education ranks #158 of 1,787 private schools in CA.
What is Patten Academy of Christian Education's MySchoolScout rating?
Patten Academy of Christian Education has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.7 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Patten Academy of Christian Education a private school?
Yes, Patten Academy of Christian Education is a private coeducational school with a Christian, no specific denomination affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.
Is Patten Academy of Christian Education a religious school?
Patten Academy of Christian Education has a Christian, no specific denomination religious affiliation.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 12th
- Enrollment
- 108
- Gender Split
- 55% M / 45% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 9:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 12
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Christian, no specific denomination
- School Day
- 7.5 hours
- Days Per Year
- 179 days
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Alameda County
- Phone
- (510) 485-7689
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