Serving 446 students in grades 6-9, Bret Harte Middle School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 10% (which is lower than the California state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 24% (which is lower than the California state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is lower than the California state level of 22:1.
Minority enrollment is 95% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 6-9
- Enrollment: 446 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 95%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 10% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 24% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Bret Harte Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Student Attention
School Overview
Bret Harte Middle School's student population of 446 students has declined by 19% over five school years.
The teacher population of 31 teachers has declined by 27% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-9
Total Students
446 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
31 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Bret Harte Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 9,602 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Bret Harte Middle School is 0.73, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.64. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#8573 out of 9602 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
10%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
24%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
22:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
11%
12%
Hispanic
34%
55%
Black
37%
5%
White
5%
21%
Hawaiian
2%
n/a
Two or more races
11%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
75%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Bret Harte Middle School's ranking?
Bret Harte Middle School is ranked #8573 out of 9,602 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in California.
What schools are Bret Harte Middle School often compared to?
Bret Harte Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Edna Brewer Middle School, Montera Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
10% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CA state average), while 24% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Bret Harte Middle School?
446 students attend Bret Harte Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
37% of Bret Harte Middle School students are Black, 34% of students are Hispanic, 11% of students are Asian, 11% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are White, and 2% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Bret Harte Middle School?
Bret Harte Middle School has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the California state average of 22:1.
What grades does Bret Harte Middle School offer ?
Bret Harte Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-9
What school district is Bret Harte Middle School part of?
Bret Harte Middle School is part of Oakland Unified School District.
In what neighborhood is Bret Harte Middle School located?
Bret Harte Middle School is located in the Upper Dimond neighborhood of Oakland, CA. There are 1 other public schools located in Upper Dimond.
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