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#1303 of 1,787 private schools in CA

Spectrum Center

School

6325 CAMDEN ST, Oakland, CA 94605

Private

Enrollment

44

Student-Teacher

11:1

Score

5.6

Grades

2nd – 12th

Data vintage2021-22

How this school compares

California private schools

#1,303 of 1,787

In Oakland

#13 of 18

public schools

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Spectrum Center

5.6/10

School in Oakland · grades 2nd – 12th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

Spectrum Center, Camden Campus

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About Spectrum Center

Spectrum Center is a private school in Oakland, CA. Spectrum Center serves approximately 44 students, and covers grades 2nd-12th, and has a 11:1 student-teacher ratio. Spectrum Center has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.6 out of 10 and ranks #1,303 of 1,787 private schools in CA.

How it compares0.7 pts below CA schools
  • This school 5.6 · Average
  • CA avg 6.3

What Parents Should Know

At 44 students, Spectrum Center 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.

Spectrum Center 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

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How Spectrum Center compares to 147 public schools serving similar grades in Oakland, CA

Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
This School
vs
23:1
Public Avg
Avg School Size
44
This School
vs
422
Public Avg
Avg School Scout Rating
5.6
This School
vs
5.2
Public Avg

Student Demographics

Black 81.8% vs 0%
Hispanic 11.4% vs 0%
White 6.8% vs 0%
Spectrum Center Oakland Public Avg

Nearby Other Schools

School Rating
Spectrum Center (this school) 5.6
Frick United Academy of Language Middle 4.0
Aspire Triumph Technology Academy 2.2
Oakland Unity High 8.3
Markham Elementary 2.7
Greenleaf 2.7
Alternatives in Action 6.7
Burckhalter Elementary 4.2
Coliseum College Prep Academy 7.1
Lockwood STEAM Academy Elementary 3.4
East Oakland Pride Elementary 4.1
Melrose Leadership Academy 8.9
Oakland Unity Middle 7.6
Aspire College Academy 7.0
Urban Montessori Charter 4.4
Horace Mann Elementary 2.0
Aspire Golden State College Preparatory Academy 5.2
Aurum Preparatory Academy 7.5
ACORN Woodland Elementary 2.9
EnCompass Academy Elementary 2.8
LPS Oakland R & D Campus 4.9

Showing 20 of 147 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

Preliminary

What 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.

Classroom Attention
? Student-teacher ratio calibrated against other private schools. Lower ratios mean more individual attention. (30% of overall score)
B+ 6.5 / 10
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Student-Teacher Ratio 11:1
Instructional Commitment
? Total annual instructional hours based on school day length and days per year. (15% of overall score)
A 8.7 / 10
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School Day Length 6.2 hours
Annual Instructional Hours 1,302
Diversity & Inclusion
? Racial and ethnic diversity of the student body using Simpson's diversity index. (20% of overall score)
C+ 3.9 / 10
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Diversity Index 31%
Community Context

Data Unavailable

School Profile
? Enrollment size and grade span breadth — indicators of program depth and peer community. (15% of overall score)
C 3.0 / 10
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Enrollment 44
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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)

Black 81.8%
Hispanic 11.4%
White 6.8%

Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)

Location

6325 CAMDEN ST, Oakland, CA 94605

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Spectrum Center may also want to explore other schools in the area. Melrose Leadership Academy (rated 8.9/10, 1.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Oakland Unity High (rated 8.3/10, 0.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, JULIA MORGAN SCHOOL FOR GIRLS (rated 7.6/10, 0.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Oakland, see our Oakland schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 1.0 mi
School Distance Rating
Spectrum Center, Camden Campus Oakland 0.0 mi
Aspire Triumph Technology Academy Oakland 0.1 mi 2.2
Frick United Academy of Language Middle Oakland 0.1 mi 4.0
Oakland Unity High Oakland 0.1 mi 8.3
Infant and Preschool Program Oakland 0.4 mi
Julia Morgan School for Girls Oakland 0.5 mi
Markham Elementary Oakland 0.5 mi 2.7
Mills College Children's School at Northeastern University Oakland 0.6 mi
JULIA MORGAN SCHOOL FOR GIRLS Oakland 0.8 mi 7.6
Greenleaf Oakland 0.9 mi 2.7
East Oakland Pride Elementary Oakland 1.0 mi 4.1
Lockwood STEAM Academy Elementary Oakland 0.9 mi 3.4
Coliseum College Prep Academy Oakland 0.9 mi 7.1
Alternatives in Action Oakland 0.9 mi 6.7
Urban Montessori Charter Oakland 1.0 mi 4.4
Oakland Unity Middle Oakland 1.0 mi 7.6
Burckhalter Elementary Oakland 0.9 mi 4.2
Aspire College Academy Oakland 1.0 mi 7.0
Melrose Leadership Academy Oakland 1.0 mi 8.9
Muhammad University Oakland 1.0 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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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Spectrum Center

What grades does Spectrum Center serve?

Spectrum Center serves students in grades 2nd through 12th.

How many students attend Spectrum Center?

Spectrum Center has an enrollment of approximately 44 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Spectrum Center?

The student-teacher ratio at Spectrum Center is 11:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.

How does Spectrum Center rank in CA?

Spectrum Center ranks #1,303 of 1,787 private schools in CA.

What is Spectrum Center's MySchoolScout rating?

Spectrum Center has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.6 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

Is Spectrum Center a private school?

Yes, Spectrum Center is a private coeducational school with a Nonsectarian affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.

Is Spectrum Center a religious school?

No, Spectrum Center is a nonsectarian (non-religious) private school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
86 Very Walkable
Transit Score
56 Good Transit
Bike Score
57 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Grades
2nd – 12th
Enrollment
44
Gender Split
73% M / 27% F
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
Teachers (FTE)
4
Type
private
Coed Status
coed
Affiliation
Nonsectarian
School Day
6.2 hours
Days Per Year
210 days
Setting
Large City
County
Alameda County

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