Serving 620 students in grades Kindergarten-8, The Academy Of Alameda ranks in the top 50% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 37% (which is higher than the California state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 58% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 20:1 is lower than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 83% of the student body (majority Asian and Black), which is higher than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 620 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 83%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 37% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 58% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
The Academy Of Alameda ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
The Academy Of Alameda's student population of 620 students has grown by 25% over five school years.
The teacher population of 31 teachers has grown by 47% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
Total Students
620 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
31 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
The Academy Of Alameda ranks within the top 50% of all 9,602 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of The Academy Of Alameda is 0.81, which is more 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
#2915 out of 9602 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
37%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
58%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
20:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
25%
12%
Hispanic
20%
56%
Black
20%
5%
White
17%
20%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
17%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
45%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
12%
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 The Academy Of Alameda's ranking?
The Academy Of Alameda is ranked #2915 out of 9,602 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in California.
What schools are The Academy Of Alameda often compared to?
The Academy Of Alamedais often viewed alongside schools like Will C. Wood Middle School, Birch Grove Primary by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
37% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CA state average), while 58% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend The Academy Of Alameda?
620 students attend The Academy Of Alameda.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
25% of The Academy Of Alameda students are Asian, 20% of students are Hispanic, 20% of students are Black, 17% of students are White, 17% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of The Academy Of Alameda?
The Academy Of Alameda has a student ration of 20:1, which is lower than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does The Academy Of Alameda offer ?
The Academy Of Alameda offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8
What school district is The Academy Of Alameda part of?
The Academy Of Alameda is part of The Academy Of Alameda School District.
In what neighborhood is The Academy Of Alameda located?
The Academy Of Alameda is located in the West Alameda neighborhood of Alameda, CA. There are 8 other public schools located in West Alameda.
School Calendar
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Event
Date
No School- Spring Break (AOA K-8 Calendar)
April 07, 2025 (Monday)
Last Day of School! (Minimum Day for Students) (AOA K-8 Calendar)
June 06, 2025 (Friday)
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