Serving 259 students in grades 9-12, Metwest High 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 11-19% (which is lower than the California state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-59% (which is higher 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 Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 259 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 95%
- Graduation Rate: ≥90% (Top 50% in CA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 11-19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-59% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 21-39% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Metwest High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Student Attention
School Overview
Metwest High School's student population of 259 students has grown by 61% over five school years.
The teacher population of 19 teachers has grown by 58% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
259 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
19 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Metwest High 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 Metwest High School is 0.62, 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
#5196 out of 9602 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
11-19%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
21-39%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
22:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
13%
12%
Hispanic
58%
55%
Black
16%
5%
White
5%
21%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥90%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
70%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Metwest High School's ranking?
Metwest High School is ranked #5196 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?
11-19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CA state average), while 50-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Metwest High School?
The graduation rate of Metwest High School is 90%, which is higher than the California state average of 87%.
How many students attend Metwest High School?
259 students attend Metwest High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
58% of Metwest High School students are Hispanic, 16% of students are Black, 13% of students are Asian, 7% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are White, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Metwest High School?
Metwest High School has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the California state average of 22:1.
What grades does Metwest High School offer ?
Metwest High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Metwest High School part of?
Metwest High School is part of Oakland Unified School District.
In what neighborhood is Metwest High School located?
Metwest 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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