For the 2024-25 school year, there are 18 public schools serving 6,890 students in 94621, CA (there are 2 private schools, serving 158 private students). 98% of all K-12 students in 94621, CA are educated in public schools (compared to the CA state average of 89%).
The top ranked public schools in 94621, CA are Acorn Woodland Elementary School, Lazear Charter Academy and Achieve Academy. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 94621 have an average math proficiency score of 15% (versus the California public school average of 33%), and reading proficiency score of 25% (versus the 47% statewide average). Schools in 94621, CA have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of California public schools.
Minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the California public school average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
Best 94621, CA Public Schools (2024-25)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Acorn Woodland Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
1025 81st Ave.
Oakland, CA 94621
(510) 879-5165
Oakland, CA 94621
(510) 879-5165
Grades: K-5
| 290 students
Rank: #22.
Lazear Charter Academy
Magnet School
Charter School
Charter School
(Math: 18% | Reading: 42%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
824 29th Ave.
Oakland, CA 94621
(510) 689-2018
Oakland, CA 94621
(510) 689-2018
Grades: K-8
| 463 students
Rank: #33.
Achieve Academy
Magnet School
Charter School
Charter School
(Math: 24% | Reading: 25%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
1700 28th Ave.
Oakland, CA 94621
(510) 904-6440
Oakland, CA 94621
(510) 904-6440
Grades: K-5
| 557 students
Rank: #44.
Lighthouse Community Charter High School
Magnet School
Charter School
Charter School
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
444 Hegenberger Rd.
Oakland, CA 94621
(510) 562-8225
Oakland, CA 94621
(510) 562-8225
Grades: 9-12
| 307 students
Rank: #55.
Ascend
Magnet School
Charter School
Charter School
(Math: 17% | Reading: 30%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
3709 E. 12th St.
Oakland, CA 94621
(510) 879-3140
Oakland, CA 94621
(510) 879-3140
Grades: K-8
| 492 students
Rank: #66.
Learning Without Limits
Magnet School
Charter School
Charter School
(Math: 18% | Reading: 29%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
2035 40th Ave.
Oakland, CA 94621
(510) 879-1282
Oakland, CA 94621
(510) 879-1282
Grades: K-5
| 366 students
Rank: #77.
Oakland Unity Middle School
Magnet School
Charter School
Charter School
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
1180 70th Ave.
Oakland, CA 94621
(510) 564-4851
Oakland, CA 94621
(510) 564-4851
Grades: 6-8
| 59 students
Rank: #88.
Aurum Preparatory Academy
Magnet School
Charter School
Charter School
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
1034 66th Ave.
Oakland, CA 94621
(415) 763-8974
Oakland, CA 94621
(415) 763-8974
Grades: 6-8
| 146 students
Rank: #99.
Lighthouse Community Charter
Magnet School
Charter School
Charter School
(Math: 15% | Reading: 24%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
444 Hegenberger St.
Oakland, CA 94621
(510) 562-8801
Oakland, CA 94621
(510) 562-8801
Grades: K-8
| 544 students
Rank: #1010.
Cox Academy
Magnet School
Charter School
Charter School
(Math: 15% | Reading: 21%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
9860 Sunnyside St.
Oakland, CA 94621
(510) 904-6300
Oakland, CA 94621
(510) 904-6300
Grades: K-5
| 483 students
Rank: #1111.
Greenleaf
Magnet School
(Math: 15% | Reading: 20%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
6328 E. 17th St.
Oakland, CA 94621
(510) 879-3112
Oakland, CA 94621
(510) 879-3112
Grades: K-8
| 618 students
Rank: #1212.
Coliseum College Prep Academy
Magnet School
(Math: 8% | Reading: 25%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
1390 66th Ave.
Oakland, CA 94621
(510) 879-3232
Oakland, CA 94621
(510) 879-3232
Grades: 6-12
| 700 students
Rank: #1313.
East Oakland Pride Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 10-14%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
8000 Birch St.
Oakland, CA 94621
(510) 879-2107
Oakland, CA 94621
(510) 879-2107
Grades: K-5
| 331 students
Rank: #1414.
Encompass Academy Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 6-9% | Reading: 15-19%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
1025 81st Ave.
Oakland, CA 94621
(510) 879-2181
Oakland, CA 94621
(510) 879-2181
Grades: K-5
| 310 students
Rank: #1515.
Alternatives In Action
Magnet School
Charter School
Charter School
(Math: ≤10% | Reading: ≤10%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
6221 E. 17th St.
Oakland, CA 94621
(510) 748-4314
Oakland, CA 94621
(510) 748-4314
Grades: 9-12
| 143 students
Rank: #1616.
Lockwood Steam Academy Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 8% | Reading: 13%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
6701 International Blvd.
Oakland, CA 94621
(510) 879-2123
Oakland, CA 94621
(510) 879-2123
Grades: K-5
| 634 students
Rank: #1717.
Highland Community
Magnet School
(Math: 6-9% | Reading: 10-14%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
8521 A St.
Oakland, CA 94621
(510) 879-2125
Oakland, CA 94621
(510) 879-2125
Grades: K-5
| 447 students
Rank: n/an/a
Epic Charter
Magnet School
1045 Derby Ave.
Oakland, CA 94621
(510) 689-2035
Oakland, CA 94621
(510) 689-2035
Grades: 6-8
| n/a students
94621, California Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
6701 International Blvd.
Oakland, CA 94621
(510) 636-0520
Oakland, CA 94621
(510) 636-0520
Grades: K-5
| 319 students
8000 International Blvd.
Oakland, CA 94621
(510) 568-0500
Oakland, CA 94621
(510) 568-0500
Grades: K-6
| 153 students
6701 International Blvd.
Oakland, CA 94621
(510) 879-1340
Oakland, CA 94621
(510) 879-1340
Grades: K-5
| 160 students
Oakland Aviation High School (Closed 2012)
Charter School
7850 Earhart Rd
Oakland, CA 94621
(510) 633-6375
Oakland, CA 94621
(510) 633-6375
Grades: 9-12
| 111 students
1180 70th Ave.
Oakland, CA 94621
(510) 812-8903
Oakland, CA 94621
(510) 812-8903
Grades: 6-8
| n/a students
8521 A St.
Oakland, CA 94621
(510) 879-2192
Oakland, CA 94621
(510) 879-2192
Grades: K-5
| 180 students
1390 66th Ave.
Oakland, CA 94621
(510) 639-3226
Oakland, CA 94621
(510) 639-3226
Grades: 6-8
| 273 students
8501 International Blvd.
Oakland, CA 94621
(510) 879-8559
Oakland, CA 94621
(510) 879-8559
Grades: 9-12
| 134 students
8000 Birch St.
Oakland, CA 94621
(510) 879-1620
Oakland, CA 94621
(510) 879-1620
Grades: K-5
| 152 students
6328 East 17th St.
Oakland, CA 94621
(510) 879-1630
Oakland, CA 94621
(510) 879-1630
Grades: K-5
| 125 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 94621, CA?
The top ranked public schools in 94621, CA include Acorn Woodland Elementary School, Lazear Charter Academy and Achieve Academy.
How many public schools are located in 94621?
18 public schools are located in 94621.
What percentage of students in 94621 go to public school?
98% of all K-12 students in 94621 are educated in public schools (compared to the CA state average of 89%).
What is the racial composition of students in 94621?
94621 public schools minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the California public schools average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
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