Serving 59 students in grades 6-8, Oakland Unity Middle 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 10-14% (which is lower than the California state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30-34% (which is lower than the California state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 20:1 is lower than the California state level of 22:1.
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 59 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤10% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Oakland Unity Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
School Overview
Oakland Unity Middle School's student population of 59 students has declined by 67% over five school years.
The teacher population of 3 teachers has declined by 57% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
59 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
3 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Oakland Unity Middle 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 Oakland Unity Middle School is 0.27, 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
#7426 out of 9602 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤10%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
20:1
22:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
2%
12%
Hispanic
85%
55%
Black
12%
5%
White
1%
21%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
44%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (21-22)
6%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Oakland Unity Middle School's ranking?
Oakland Unity Middle School is ranked #7426 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?
10-14% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CA state average), while 30-34% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Oakland Unity Middle School?
59 students attend Oakland Unity Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
85% of Oakland Unity Middle School students are Hispanic, 12% of students are Black, 2% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are White.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Oakland Unity Middle School?
Oakland Unity Middle School has a student ration of 20:1, which is lower than the California state average of 22:1.
What grades does Oakland Unity Middle School offer ?
Oakland Unity Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Oakland Unity Middle School part of?
Oakland Unity Middle School is part of Oakland Unity Middle School District.
In what neighborhood is Oakland Unity Middle School located?
Oakland Unity Middle School is located in the Coliseum neighborhood of Oakland, CA. There are 3 other public schools located in Coliseum.
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