Serving 483 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Cox Academy 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 15% (which is lower than the California state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 21% (which is lower than the California state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 21:1 is lower than the California state level of 22:1.
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 483 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 21:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 15% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 21% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Cox Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Cox Academy's student population of 483 students has declined by 20% over five school years.
The teacher population of 23 teachers has declined by 20% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
483 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
23 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Cox Academy 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 Cox Academy is 0.40, which is less 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
#8318 out of 9602 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
15%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
21%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
21:1
22:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
12%
Hispanic
76%
55%
Black
17%
5%
White
n/a
21%
Hawaiian
4%
n/a
Two or more races
2%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
83%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Cox Academy's ranking?
Cox Academy is ranked #8318 out of 9,602 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in California.
What schools are Cox Academy often compared to?
Cox Academyis often viewed alongside schools like Francophone Charter School Of Oakland by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
15% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CA state average), while 21% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Cox Academy?
483 students attend Cox Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
76% of Cox Academy students are Hispanic, 17% of students are Black, 4% of students are Hawaiian, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Cox Academy?
Cox Academy has a student ration of 21:1, which is lower than the California state average of 22:1.
What grades does Cox Academy offer ?
Cox Academy offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Cox Academy part of?
Cox Academy is part of Cox Academy School District.
In what neighborhood is Cox Academy located?
Cox Academy is located in the Iveywood neighborhood of Oakland, CA. There are 1 other public schools located in Iveywood.
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