Serving 392 students in grades 6-8, Urban Promise Academy Middle School 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 11% (which is lower than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 21% (which is lower than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 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: 6-8
- Enrollment: 392 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 11% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 21% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Urban Promise Academy Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Urban Promise Academy Middle School's student population of 392 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 23 teachers has grown by 15% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
392 students
Total Classroom Teachers
23 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Urban Promise Academy Middle School 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 Urban Promise Academy Middle School is 0.19, 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
#8728 out of 9523 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
11%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
21%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
3%
12%
Hispanic
90%
56%
Black
3%
5%
White
1%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
93%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Urban Promise Academy Middle School's ranking?
Urban Promise Academy Middle School is ranked #8728 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in California.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
11% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 21% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Urban Promise Academy Middle School?
392 students attend Urban Promise Academy Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
90% of Urban Promise Academy Middle School students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Asian, 3% of students are Black, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Urban Promise Academy Middle School?
Urban Promise Academy Middle School has a student ration of 17:1, which is lower than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Urban Promise Academy Middle School offer ?
Urban Promise Academy Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Urban Promise Academy Middle School part of?
Urban Promise Academy Middle School is part of Oakland Unified School District.
In what neighborhood is Urban Promise Academy Middle School located?
Urban Promise Academy Middle School is located in the Hawthorne neighborhood of Oakland, CA. There are 2 other public schools located in Hawthorne.
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