Serving 441 students in grades 6-12, Life 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 21% (which is lower than the California state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 41% (which is lower than the California state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is lower than the California state level of 21:1.
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6-12
- Enrollment: 441 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Graduation Rate: ≥90% (Top 50% in CA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 21% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 41% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Life Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Student Attention
School Overview
Life Academy's student population of 441 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 30 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-12
Total Students
441 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
30 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Life 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 Life Academy is 0.17, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.63. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#5558 out of 9602 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
21%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
41%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
3%
12%
Hispanic
91%
56%
Black
4%
5%
White
n/a
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥90%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
88%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Life Academy's ranking?
Life Academy is ranked #5558 out of 9,602 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in California.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
21% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CA state average), while 41% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Life Academy?
The graduation rate of Life Academy is 90%, which is higher than the California state average of 87%.
How many students attend Life Academy?
441 students attend Life Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
91% of Life Academy students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Black, 3% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Life Academy?
Life Academy has a student ration of 15:1, which is lower than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Life Academy offer ?
Life Academy offers enrollment in grades 6-12
What school district is Life Academy part of?
Life Academy is part of Oakland Unified School District.
In what neighborhood is Life Academy located?
Life Academy is located in the Peralta Hacienda neighborhood of Oakland, CA. There are 1 other public schools located in Peralta Hacienda.
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