Oakland Charter High School is a charter school in Oakland, California serving high school students. It was established in 2007. The school mascot is the matador. It is part of the Amethod Public Schools system and the Oakland Unified School District. In 2010–2011 the school had 121 students.
Serving 330 students in grades 9-12, Oakland Charter High School ranks in the top 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 was 25-29% (which was lower than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts was 65-69% (which was higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 22:1 was higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment was 98% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which was higher than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Top Rankings
Oakland Charter High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
330 students
Total Classroom Teachers
15 teachers
Year Founded
2007
Colors
Blue and Gold
School Calendar
School Rankings
Overall Testing Rank
#3106 out of 9523 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
22:1
21:1
Asian
22%
12%
Hispanic
72%
56%
Black
3%
5%
White
2%
20%
Two or more races
1%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
90-94%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
75%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Oakland Charter High School District
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Matador
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Oakland Charter High School's ranking?
Oakland Charter High School is ranked #3106 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in California.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
25-29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 65-69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Oakland Charter High School?
The graduation rate of Oakland Charter High School is 90-94%, which is higher than the California state average of 87%.
How many students attend Oakland Charter High School?
330 students attend Oakland Charter High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
72% of Oakland Charter High School students are Hispanic, 22% of students are Asian, 3% of students are Black, 2% of students are White, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Oakland Charter High School?
Oakland Charter High School has a student ration of 22:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Oakland Charter High School offer ?
Oakland Charter High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Oakland Charter High School part of?
Oakland Charter High School is part of Oakland Charter High School District.
In what neighborhood is Oakland Charter High School located?
Oakland Charter High School is located in the Patten neighborhood of Oakland, CA. There are 1 other public schools located in Patten.
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