Excellent
#105 of 9,539 schools in CA
Top 1% in state
Piedmont High
High School · Piedmont City Unified
800 Magnolia Ave., Piedmont, CA 94611
Enrollment
730
Student-Teacher
16.6:1
Score
9.3
Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
730
Student-Teacher
16.6:1
Score
9.3
Grades
9th – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#105 of 9,539
In Piedmont
#2 of 6
public schools
In district
#2 of 6
Piedmont City Unified
Equity
9.8 / 10
Excellent
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About Piedmont High
Piedmont High is a public high school in Piedmont, CA, part of Piedmont City Unified. Piedmont High serves approximately 730 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 16.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Piedmont High has a current MySchoolScout rating of 9.3 out of 10 and ranks #105 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Piedmont High show 85% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 91% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
What's said publicly about Piedmont High
Synthesized from public, attributable sources. Updated May 2026.
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- This school 9.3 · Excellent
- District avg 8.4
- CA avg 6.5
Score Breakdown
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Piedmont High — Students at Piedmont High score 86% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 72%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
3.4%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)
Based on 30 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: 8.6/10.
How Piedmont High Compares
See how Piedmont 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
800 Magnolia Ave., Piedmont, CA 94611
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Piedmont High may also want to explore other high schools in the area. HOLY NAMES HIGH SCHOOL (rated 8.6/10, 1.1 miles away, in nearby Oakland), with a comparable rating. Another option is Millennium High Alternative (rated 7.5/10), a more accessible option. Additionally, Oakland High (rated 6.0/10, 1.3 miles away, in nearby Oakland), a more accessible option. For more schools in Piedmont, see our Piedmont schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.2 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Millennium High Alternative Piedmont | 0.0 mi | 7.5 |
| Piedmont Middle Piedmont | 0.1 mi | 9.0 |
| Havens Elementary Piedmont | 0.2 mi | 9.0 |
| Wildwood Elementary Piedmont | 0.3 mi | 9.3 |
| Beach Elementary Piedmont | 0.7 mi | 9.6 |
| Crocker Highlands Elementary Oakland | 0.9 mi | 7.4 |
| St. Theresa School Oakland | 1.0 mi | — |
| ST THERESA SCHOOL Oakland | 1.0 mi | 7.7 |
| HOLY NAMES HIGH SCHOOL Oakland | 1.1 mi | 8.6 |
| Holy Names High School Oakland | 1.1 mi | — |
| Piedmont Avenue Elementary Oakland | 0.9 mi | 3.2 |
| AURORA SCHOOL Oakland | 1.2 mi | 6.5 |
| Hillcrest Oakland | 1.2 mi | 6.9 |
| Saint Leo the Great School Oakland | 1.0 mi | — |
| Oakland High Oakland | 1.3 mi | 6.0 |
| GRAND LAKE MONTESSORI Oakland | 1.1 mi | — |
| AIMS College Prep High Oakland | 1.2 mi | 6.0 |
| Edna Brewer Middle Oakland | 1.4 mi | 8.4 |
| PACIFIC BOYCHOIR ACADEMY Oakland | 1.2 mi | — |
| CORPUS CHRISTI SCHOOL Piedmont | 1.2 mi | 5.8 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 94611 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$176,517
Median Home Value
$1,485,000
Median Rent
$2,274/mo
Population
39,240
College Educated
77.8%
Homeownership
60.2%
Avg Commute
31.4 min
Poverty Rate
5.8%
Median Age
44.6
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Piedmont High
What grades does Piedmont High serve?
Piedmont High serves students in grades 9th through 12th.
How many students attend Piedmont High?
Piedmont High has an enrollment of approximately 730 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Piedmont High?
The student-teacher ratio at Piedmont High is 16.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Piedmont High rank in CA?
Piedmont High ranks #105 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Piedmont High's MySchoolScout rating?
Piedmont High has a current MySchoolScout rating of 9.3 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 Piedmont High?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Piedmont High has 85% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 91% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Piedmont High a charter school?
No, Piedmont High is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Piedmont High a Title I school?
No, Piedmont High is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Piedmont High?
3.4% of students at Piedmont 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
- 730
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 16.6:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 44
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 3.4%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Alameda County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 7.0%
- Phone
- (510) 594-2626
- 4-Year Graduation
- 97.0%
Resources & Links
District
Piedmont City Unified- District Enrollment
- 2,308
- Schools in District
- 7
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $23,533
- District Rank
- #2 of 6
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