Below Average
#7444 of 9,539 schools in CA
Rudsdale Continuation High
High School · Oakland Unified
8251 Fontaine St., Oakland, CA 94605
Enrollment
304
Student-Teacher
23.4:1
Score
4.9
Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
304
Student-Teacher
23.4:1
Score
4.9
Grades
9th – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#7,444 of 9,539
In Oakland
#83 of 147
public schools
In district
#42 of 79
Oakland Unified
Academic growth
8.5 / 10
Excellent
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Rudsdale Continuation High
High School in Oakland · grades 9th – 12th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Rudsdale Continuation High
Rudsdale Continuation High is a public high school in Oakland, CA, part of Oakland Unified. Rudsdale Continuation High serves approximately 304 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 23.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Rudsdale Continuation High has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.9 out of 10 and ranks #7,444 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Rudsdale Continuation High show 9% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 8% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 4.9 · Below Average
- District avg 6.2
- CA avg 6.5
What Parents Should Know
Test scores at Rudsdale Continuation High 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.
Rudsdale Continuation High runs 23.4:1 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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Rudsdale Continuation High — Students at Rudsdale Continuation High score 0% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 18%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
99.3%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)
Based on 20 test records from CA state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 8.5/10.
How Rudsdale Continuation High Compares
See how Rudsdale Continuation 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
8251 Fontaine St., Oakland, CA 94605
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Rudsdale Continuation High may also want to explore other high schools in the area. East Bay Innovation Academy (rated 6.7/10, 1.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Bay Area Technology (rated 5.4/10), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, LPS Oakland R & D Campus (rated 4.9/10, 0.6 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Oakland, see our Oakland schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.4 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Bay Area Technology Oakland | 0.0 mi | 5.4 |
| Independent Study Sojourner Truth Oakland | 0.0 mi | 6.5 |
| Oakland Academy of Knowledge Elementary Oakland | 0.3 mi | 3.6 |
| LPS Oakland R & D Campus Oakland | 0.6 mi | 4.9 |
| Deecolonize Academy Oakland | 0.6 mi | — |
| Castlemont High Oakland | 0.7 mi | 4.3 |
| Northern Light School Oakland | 0.8 mi | — |
| BISHOP ODOWD HIGH SCHOOL Oakland | 0.9 mi | 4.7 |
| Bishop O'Dowd High School Oakland | 0.9 mi | — |
| Francophone Charter School of Oakland Oakland | 1.0 mi | 4.4 |
| Burckhalter Elementary Oakland | 1.0 mi | 4.2 |
| Aspire College Academy Oakland | 1.0 mi | 7.0 |
| Reach Academy Elementary Oakland | 1.3 mi | 5.5 |
| Cox Academy Oakland | 1.4 mi | 8.3 |
| East Oakland Pride Elementary Oakland | 1.2 mi | 4.1 |
| Elmhurst United Middle Oakland | 1.5 mi | 4.9 |
| East Bay Innovation Academy Oakland | 1.5 mi | 6.7 |
| ILE OMODE Oakland | 1.5 mi | 4.9 |
| Markham Elementary Oakland | 1.3 mi | 2.7 |
| Infant and Preschool Program Oakland | 1.4 mi | — |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 94605 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$101,043
Median Home Value
$840,700
Median Rent
$1,867/mo
Population
44,168
College Educated
42.8%
Homeownership
62.5%
Avg Commute
31.1 min
Poverty Rate
14.3%
Median Age
39.7
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|---|---|
| Elinor Lincoln Hickey Jr./Sr. High Sacramento, CA | 4.9 |
| Insight School of California Simi Valley, CA | 4.9 |
| LPS Oakland R & D Campus Oakland, CA | 4.9 |
| Mission View Public Lancaster, CA | 4.9 |
| SAVA - Sacramento Academic and Vocational Academy Sacramento, CA | 4.9 |
| Sierra Vista High (Alternative) Whittier, CA | 4.9 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Rudsdale Continuation High
What grades does Rudsdale Continuation High serve?
Rudsdale Continuation High serves students in grades 9th through 12th.
How many students attend Rudsdale Continuation High?
Rudsdale Continuation High has an enrollment of approximately 304 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Rudsdale Continuation High?
The student-teacher ratio at Rudsdale Continuation High is 23.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Rudsdale Continuation High rank in CA?
Rudsdale Continuation High ranks #7,444 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Rudsdale Continuation High's MySchoolScout rating?
Rudsdale Continuation High has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.9 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 Rudsdale Continuation High?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Rudsdale Continuation High has 9% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 8% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Rudsdale Continuation High a charter school?
No, Rudsdale Continuation High is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Rudsdale Continuation High a Title I school?
No, Rudsdale Continuation High is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Rudsdale Continuation High?
99.3% of students at Rudsdale Continuation 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
- 304
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 23.4:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 13
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 99.3%
- Type
- alternative
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Alameda County
- Phone
- (510) 879-2352
- 4-Year Graduation
- 42.0%
Resources & Links
District
Oakland Unified- District Enrollment
- 33,916
- Schools in District
- 82
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $22,181
- District Rank
- #42 of 79
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