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#4560 of 9,539 schools in CA
Top 48% in state
United for Success Academy Middle
Middle School · Oakland Unified
2101 35th Ave., Oakland, CA 94601
Enrollment
356
Student-Teacher
16.2:1
Score
6.5
Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
356
Student-Teacher
16.2:1
Score
6.5
Grades
6th – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#4,560 of 9,539
In Oakland
#48 of 147
public schools
In district
#23 of 79
Oakland Unified
Academic growth
8.7 / 10
Excellent
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About United for Success Academy Middle
United for Success Academy Middle is a public middle school in Oakland, CA, part of Oakland Unified. United for Success Academy Middle serves approximately 356 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 16.2:1 student-teacher ratio. United for Success Academy Middle has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.5 out of 10 and ranks #4,560 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for United for Success Academy Middle show 11% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 16% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 6.5 · Average
- District avg 6.0
- CA avg 6.5
What Parents Should Know
Test scores at United for Success Academy Middle 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.
73% of students at United for Success Academy Middle were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.
Score Breakdown
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United for Success Academy Middle — Students at United for Success Academy Middle score 12% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 19%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
98.6%
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.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 8.7/10.
How United for Success Academy Middle Compares
See how United for Success Academy Middle performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
2101 35th Ave., Oakland, CA 94601
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering United for Success Academy Middle may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Urban Promise Academy Middle (rated 4.6/10, 0.5 miles away), a more accessible option. Additionally, Oakland Charter Academy (rated 1.7/10, 0.7 miles away, in nearby Richmond), a more accessible option. For more schools in Oakland, see our Oakland schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 0.8 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| LIFE Academy Oakland | 0.0 mi | 8.9 |
| Patten Academy of Christian Education Oakland | 0.2 mi | — |
| Oakland Charter High Oakland | 0.2 mi | 7.1 |
| PATTEN ACADEMY OF CHRISTIAN EDUCATION Oakland | 0.2 mi | 7.7 |
| Global Family Elementary Oakland | 0.4 mi | 5.3 |
| Learning Without Limits Oakland | 0.4 mi | 5.8 |
| Urban Promise Academy Middle Oakland | 0.5 mi | 4.6 |
| CRISTO REY DE LA SALLE EAST BAY HIGH SCHOOL Oakland | 0.5 mi | 4.5 |
| Cristo Rey De La Salle East Bay High School Oakland | 0.5 mi | — |
| St. Elizabeth School Elementary (A Lumen Christi Academy) Oakland | 0.6 mi | — |
| ST ELIZABETH ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Oakland | 0.6 mi | 5.0 |
| Oakland Charter Academy Richmond | 0.7 mi | 1.7 |
| Achieve Academy Oakland | 0.6 mi | 8.0 |
| Manzanita Community Elementary Oakland | 0.7 mi | 2.1 |
| Manzanita SEED Elementary Oakland | 0.7 mi | 3.7 |
| ARISE High Oakland | 0.8 mi | 8.1 |
| ASCEND Oakland | 0.8 mi | 6.9 |
| Fruitvale Elementary Oakland | 0.8 mi | 2.2 |
| Allendale Elementary Oakland | 0.7 mi | 3.2 |
| Fremont High Oakland | 0.8 mi | 5.4 |
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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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about United for Success Academy Middle
What grades does United for Success Academy Middle serve?
United for Success Academy Middle serves students in grades 6th through 8th.
How many students attend United for Success Academy Middle?
United for Success Academy Middle has an enrollment of approximately 356 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at United for Success Academy Middle?
The student-teacher ratio at United for Success Academy Middle is 16.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does United for Success Academy Middle rank in CA?
United for Success Academy Middle ranks #4,560 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is United for Success Academy Middle's MySchoolScout rating?
United for Success Academy Middle has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.5 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 United for Success Academy Middle?
Based on loaded state assessment records, United for Success Academy Middle has 11% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 16% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is United for Success Academy Middle a charter school?
No, United for Success Academy Middle is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is United for Success Academy Middle a Title I school?
No, United for Success Academy Middle is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for United for Success Academy Middle?
98.6% of students at United for Success Academy Middle 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
- 6th – 8th
- Enrollment
- 356
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 16.2:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 22
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 98.6%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Alameda County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 72.5%
- Phone
- (510) 879-3228
Resources & Links
District
Oakland Unified- District Enrollment
- 33,916
- Schools in District
- 82
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $22,181
- District Rank
- #23 of 79
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