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#5308 of 9,539 schools in CA
Street Academy Alternative High
High School · Oakland Unified
417 29th St., Oakland, CA 94609
Enrollment
57
Student-Teacher
14.2:1
Score
6.1
Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
57
Student-Teacher
14.2:1
Score
6.1
Grades
9th – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#5,308 of 9,539
In Oakland
#53 of 147
public schools
In district
#27 of 79
Oakland Unified
School environment
9.9 / 10
Excellent
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About Street Academy Alternative High
Street Academy Alternative High is a public high school in Oakland, CA, part of Oakland Unified. Street Academy Alternative High serves approximately 57 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 14.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Street Academy Alternative High has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.1 out of 10 and ranks #5,308 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Street Academy Alternative High show 9% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 10% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 6.1 · Average
- District avg 6.2
- CA avg 6.5
What Parents Should Know
At 57 students, Street Academy Alternative High 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.
Test scores at Street Academy Alternative 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.
Score Breakdown
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Street Academy Alternative High — Students at Street Academy Alternative High score 13% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 21%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
94.7%
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
→ StableAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 9.0/10.
How Street Academy Alternative High Compares
See how Street Academy Alternative 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
417 29th St., Oakland, CA 94609
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Street Academy Alternative High may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Oakland Military Institute College Preparatory Academy (rated 7.1/10, 0.9 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is Oakland International High (rated 6.6/10, 1.2 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, McClymonds High (rated 6.5/10, 0.7 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Oakland, see our Oakland schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.2 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Westlake Middle Oakland | 0.3 mi | 4.3 |
| St. Andrew M.B.C. Private P. C. P. C. Oakland | 0.5 mi | — |
| ST PAULS EPISCOPAL SCHOOL Oakland | 0.5 mi | 8.1 |
| St. Paul's Episcopal School Oakland | 0.5 mi | — |
| Oakland School for the Arts Oakland | 0.7 mi | 4.6 |
| Hoover Elementary Oakland | 0.6 mi | 2.8 |
| Envision Academy for Arts & Technology Oakland | 0.9 mi | 4.0 |
| McClymonds High Oakland | 0.7 mi | 6.5 |
| Oakland Military Institute College Preparatory Academy Oakland | 0.9 mi | 7.1 |
| GRAND LAKE MONTESSORI Oakland | 0.8 mi | — |
| STARLITE CHILD DEVELOPMENT CENTER Oakland | 1.0 mi | — |
| KIPP Bridge Academy Oakland | 0.9 mi | 8.2 |
| Yu Ming Charter Oakland | 0.9 mi | 8.6 |
| Oakland International High Oakland | 1.2 mi | 6.6 |
| PACIFIC BOYCHOIR ACADEMY Oakland | 1.0 mi | — |
| AIMS College Prep Middle Oakland | 1.2 mi | 7.0 |
| American Indian Public Charter School II Oakland | 1.2 mi | 7.4 |
| Lincoln Elementary Oakland | 1.2 mi | 6.4 |
| AIMS College Prep High Oakland | 1.0 mi | 6.0 |
| Emerson Elementary Oakland | 1.2 mi | 4.7 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 94609 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$106,698
Median Home Value
$1,147,900
Median Rent
$2,116/mo
Population
24,854
College Educated
62.2%
Homeownership
32.4%
Avg Commute
31.5 min
Poverty Rate
10%
Median Age
35.2
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Street Academy Alternative High
What grades does Street Academy Alternative High serve?
Street Academy Alternative High serves students in grades 9th through 12th.
How many students attend Street Academy Alternative High?
Street Academy Alternative High has an enrollment of approximately 57 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Street Academy Alternative High?
The student-teacher ratio at Street Academy Alternative High is 14.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Street Academy Alternative High rank in CA?
Street Academy Alternative High ranks #5,308 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Street Academy Alternative High's MySchoolScout rating?
Street Academy Alternative High has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.1 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 Street Academy Alternative High?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Street Academy Alternative High has 9% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 10% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Street Academy Alternative High a charter school?
No, Street Academy Alternative High is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Street Academy Alternative High a Title I school?
No, Street Academy Alternative High is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Street Academy Alternative High?
94.7% of students at Street Academy Alternative 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
- 57
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 14.2:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 4
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 94.7%
- Type
- alternative
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Alameda County
- Phone
- (510) 879-2313
- 4-Year Graduation
- 30.0%
Resources & Links
District
Oakland Unified- District Enrollment
- 33,916
- Schools in District
- 82
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $22,181
- District Rank
- #27 of 79
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