Coliseum College Prep Academy, commonly referred to as "CCPA", is a small public secondary school composed of a seven-year combination middle and high school located on the Havenscourt campus in East Oakland.
Serving 861 students in grades 6-12, Coliseum College Prep 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 8% (which is lower than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 25% (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.
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 6-12
- Enrollment: 861 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Graduation Rate: 90-94% (Top 30% in CA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 8% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 25% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤5% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Coliseum College Prep Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Student Attention
School Overview
Coliseum College Prep Academy's student population of 861 students has grown by 43% over five school years.
The teacher population of 58 teachers has grown by 26% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-12
Total Students
861 students
Total Classroom Teachers
58 teachers
Year Founded
2006
Colors
Blue and Gold
School Calendar
School Rankings
Coliseum College Prep Academy ranks within the bottom 50% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Coliseum College Prep Academy is 0.34, 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
#8702 out of 9523 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
8%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
25%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤5%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
21:1
Asian
3%
12%
Hispanic
80%
56%
Black
14%
5%
White
1%
20%
Two or more races
2%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
90-94%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
94%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Lions
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Coliseum College Prep Academy's ranking?
Coliseum College Prep Academy is ranked #8702 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in California.
What schools are Coliseum College Prep Academy often compared to?
Coliseum College Prep Academyis often viewed alongside schools like Piedmont High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
8% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 25% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Coliseum College Prep Academy?
The graduation rate of Coliseum College Prep Academy is 90-94%, which is higher than the California state average of 87%.
How many students attend Coliseum College Prep Academy?
861 students attend Coliseum College Prep Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
80% of Coliseum College Prep Academy students are Hispanic, 14% of students are Black, 3% of students are Asian, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Coliseum College Prep Academy?
Coliseum College Prep Academy has a student ration of 15:1, which is lower than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Coliseum College Prep Academy offer ?
Coliseum College Prep Academy offers enrollment in grades 6-12
What school district is Coliseum College Prep Academy part of?
Coliseum College Prep Academy is part of Oakland Unified School District.
In what neighborhood is Coliseum College Prep Academy located?
Coliseum College Prep Academy is located in the Coliseum neighborhood of Oakland, CA. There are 3 other public schools located in Coliseum.
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