Serving 305 students in grades 6-8, Downtown Charter Academy ranks in the top 20% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 65% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 71% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 22:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Asian), which is higher than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic and Asian).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 305 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 22:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 65% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 71% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Downtown Charter Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Downtown Charter Academy's student population of 305 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 14 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
305 students
Total Classroom Teachers
14 teachers
Year Founded
2000
School Calendar
School Rankings
Downtown Charter Academy ranks within the top 20% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Downtown Charter Academy is 0.40, 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
#1029 out of 9523 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
65%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
71%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
22:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
76%
12%
Hispanic
13%
56%
Black
8%
5%
White
1%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
67%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Downtown Charter Academy's ranking?
Downtown Charter Academy is ranked #1029 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in California.
What schools are Downtown Charter Academy often compared to?
Downtown Charter Academyis often viewed alongside schools like Yu Ming Charter, Aims College Prep Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
65% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 71% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Downtown Charter Academy?
305 students attend Downtown Charter Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
76% of Downtown Charter Academy students are Asian, 13% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Black, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Downtown Charter Academy?
Downtown Charter Academy has a student ration of 22:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Downtown Charter Academy offer ?
Downtown Charter Academy offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Downtown Charter Academy part of?
Downtown Charter Academy is part of Downtown Charter Academy School District.
In what neighborhood is Downtown Charter Academy located?
Downtown Charter Academy is located in the East Peralta neighborhood of Oakland, CA. There are 1 other public schools located in East Peralta.
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