Serving 165 students in grades 6-8, West Oakland 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 6-9% (which is lower than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 20-24% (which is lower than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 90% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 165 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 90%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤10% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
West Oakland Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
West Oakland Middle School's student population of 165 students has declined by 22% over five school years.
The teacher population of 15 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
165 students
Total Classroom Teachers
15 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
West Oakland 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 West Oakland Middle School is 0.69, which is more 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
#8848 out of 9523 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤10%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
21:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
3%
12%
Hispanic
31%
56%
Black
45%
5%
White
10%
20%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
9%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
92%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is West Oakland Middle School's ranking?
West Oakland Middle School is ranked #8848 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?
6-9% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 20-24% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend West Oakland Middle School?
165 students attend West Oakland Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
45% of West Oakland Middle School students are Black, 31% of students are Hispanic, 10% of students are White, 9% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Asian, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of West Oakland Middle School?
West Oakland Middle School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does West Oakland Middle School offer ?
West Oakland Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is West Oakland Middle School part of?
West Oakland Middle School is part of Oakland Unified School District.
In what neighborhood is West Oakland Middle School located?
West Oakland Middle School is located in the West Oakland neighborhood of Oakland, CA. There are 3 other public schools located in West Oakland.
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