For the 2026 school year, there are 13 public schools serving 5,427 students in 94601, CA (there are 3 private schools, serving 440 private students). 93% of all K-12 students in 94601, CA are educated in public schools (compared to the CA state average of 90%).
The top-ranked public schools in 94601, CA are Manzanita Seed Elementary School, Life Academy and International Community Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 94601 have an average math proficiency score of 12% (versus the California public school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 23% (versus the 47% statewide average). Schools in 94601, CA have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of California public schools.
Minority enrollment is 97% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the California public school average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Best 94601, CA Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Manzanita Seed Elementary School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
2409 East 27th St.
Oakland, CA 94601
(510) 879-0175
Oakland, CA 94601
(510) 879-0175
Gr: K-5 | 436 students Student-teacher ratio: 23:1 Minority enrollment: 89%
Rank: #22.
Life Academy
(Math: 20% | Reading: 41%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
2101 35th Ave.
Oakland, CA 94601
(510) 879-1335
Oakland, CA 94601
(510) 879-1335
Gr: 6-12 | 436 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1
Rank: #33.
International Community Elementary School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
2825 International Blvd.
Oakland, CA 94601
(510) 879-2186
Oakland, CA 94601
(510) 879-2186
Gr: K-5 | 301 students Student-teacher ratio: 23:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
Rank: #44.
Arise High School
Charter School
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
3301 East 12th St. Ste. 205
Oakland, CA 94601
(510) 436-5487
Oakland, CA 94601
(510) 436-5487
Gr: 9-12 | 396 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1
Rank: #55.
Think College Now Elementary School
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
2825 International Blvd.
Oakland, CA 94601
(510) 879-2190
Oakland, CA 94601
(510) 879-2190
Gr: K-5 | 253 students Student-teacher ratio: 25:1 Minority enrollment: 89%
Rank: #66.
Urban Promise Academy Middle School
(Math: 11% | Reading: 21%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
3031 East 18th St.
Oakland, CA 94601
(510) 879-5236
Oakland, CA 94601
(510) 879-5236
Gr: 6-8 | 392 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: #77.
Global Family Elementary School
(Math: 6-9% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
2035 40th Ave.
Oakland, CA 94601
(510) 879-2114
Oakland, CA 94601
(510) 879-2114
Gr: K-5 | 446 students Student-teacher ratio: 22:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: #88.
Bridges Melrose Academy Elementary School
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 6-9%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
1325 53rd Ave.
Oakland, CA 94601
(510) 879-2178
Oakland, CA 94601
(510) 879-2178
Gr: K-5 | 389 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: #99.
United For Success Academy Middle School
(Math: 7% | Reading: 17%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
2101 35th Ave.
Oakland, CA 94601
(510) 879-3228
Oakland, CA 94601
(510) 879-3228
Gr: 6-8 | 347 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 97%
Rank: #10 - 1110. - 11.
Fremont High School
(Math: ≤5% | Reading: 10-14%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
4610 Foothill Blvd.
Oakland, CA 94601
(510) 879-5570
Oakland, CA 94601
(510) 879-5570
Gr: 9-12 | 1,166 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
Rank: #10 - 1110. - 11.
Manzanita Community Elementary School
(Math: ≤5% | Reading: 10-14%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
2409 East 27th St.
Oakland, CA 94601
(510) 879-2179
Oakland, CA 94601
(510) 879-2179
Gr: K-5 | 335 students Student-teacher ratio: 24:1 Minority enrollment: 97%
Rank: #1212.
Horace Mann Elementary School
(Math: 6-9% | Reading: ≤5%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
5222 Ygnacio Ave.
Oakland, CA 94601
(510) 879-2136
Oakland, CA 94601
(510) 879-2136
Gr: K-5 | 200 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 90%
94601, California Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Oakland Charter High School (Closed 2026)
Charter School
2433 Coolidge Ave.
Oakland, CA 94601
(510) 436-0101
Oakland, CA 94601
(510) 436-0101
Gr: 9-12 | 330 students Student-teacher ratio: 22:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 94601, CA?
The top-ranked public schools in 94601, CA include Manzanita Seed Elementary School, Life Academy and International Community Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 94601?
14 public schools are located in 94601.
What percentage of students in 94601 go to public school?
93% of all K-12 students in 94601 are educated in public schools (compared to the CA state average of 90%).
What is the racial composition of students in 94601?
94601 public schools minority enrollment is 97% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the California public schools average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
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