Serving 104 students in grades 9-12, Dewey Academy High School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is <50% (which is higher than the California state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is <50% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 9:1 is lower than the California state level of 22:1.
Minority enrollment is 97% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Alternative school / Magnet School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 104 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Minority Enrollment: 97%
- Graduation Rate: 40-44% (Btm 50% in CA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: <50% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: <50% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: <50% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Dewey Academy High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Dewey Academy High School's student population of 104 students has declined by 54% over five school years.
The teacher population of 11 teachers has declined by 26% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
104 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
11 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Dewey Academy High School ranks within the top 30% of all 9,602 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Dewey Academy High School is 0.69, 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
#2611 out of 9602 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
9:1
22:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
11%
12%
Hispanic
44%
55%
Black
32%
5%
White
3%
21%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
10%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
40-44%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
88%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Dewey Academy High School's ranking?
Dewey Academy High School is ranked #2611 out of 9,602 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in California.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
<50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CA state average), while <50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Dewey Academy High School?
The graduation rate of Dewey Academy High School is 40-44%, which is lower than the California state average of 87%.
How many students attend Dewey Academy High School?
104 students attend Dewey Academy High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
44% of Dewey Academy High School students are Hispanic, 32% of students are Black, 11% of students are Asian, 10% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are White.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Dewey Academy High School?
Dewey Academy High School has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the California state average of 22:1.
What grades does Dewey Academy High School offer ?
Dewey Academy High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Dewey Academy High School part of?
Dewey Academy High School is part of Oakland Unified School District.
In what neighborhood is Dewey Academy High School located?
Dewey Academy High School is located in the East Lake neighborhood of Oakland, CA. There are 3 other public schools located in East Lake.
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