Oakland Charter High School

Oakland Charter High School

Charter High School | Grade 9-12
2433 Coolidge Ave,  Oakland, CA
3.3
2.5
329 Students
B+
Niche Grade

School Details

Head of School
Sam Pasarow
Student Teacher Ratio
17:1
Average SAT Score
1200
Average ACT Score
23
Math Proficiency
37%
Reading Proficiency
67%
Average GPA
3.66
Graduation Rate
92%

Niche Grade

A-
Academics
B-
Teachers
A
College Prep
C
Administration
D-
Resources/Facilities
C-
Clubs and Activities
C-
Food
Source: Niche
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Niche Grade Details

Academics
Average GPA
3.66
Reading Proficiency
67%
Math Proficiency
37%
Teachers
Student Teacher Ratio
17:1
Teachers
20
Full Time Teachers
19
Teachers in First or Second Year
100%
College Prep
Average SAT
1200
Math
620
Verbal
590
Average ACT
23
Math
25
English
22
Reading
23
Science
24
Number of AP Courses
11
AP Math Enrollment
Very High
AP Science Enrollment
Low
Other AP Enrollment
Very Low
Clubs and Activities
Girls Athletic Participation
Very Low
Boys Athletic Participation
Very Low

GreatSchools Rating

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Test Scores

Math
5.8%
State Average
17.9%
Science
7.4%
State Average
9.9%
GreatSchools Test Scores Rating
GreatSchools
The Test Score Rating reflects annual state test results for this school compared with scores statewide.

Teachers and Staff

Students Per Counselor
226:1

Student Diversity

Male
50.4%
Female
49.6%
Hispanic
62.4%
Asian or Pacific Islander
30.5%
Black
5%
White
1%
Two or more races
<1%
Native American
<1%
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School Rankings

#17 Niche Standout HS in California
#182 Best Charter HS in California
#186 Best College Prep Public HS in California
Source: Niche

Specialty School Programs

AP Programs Offered
IB Programs Offered
Free/Reduced Lunch Offered

Colleges Students are Considering

Students are most interested in or go on to attend these colleges.
University of California - Berkeley 223 Students
University of California - Los Angeles 185 Students
University of California - Davis 184 Students
San Francisco State University 143 Students
University of California - San Diego 132 Students
University of California - Irvine 127 Students
San José State University 108 Students
University of San Francisco 96 Students
University of California - Santa Cruz 87 Students
Stanford University 83 Students

What Students Want to Study

Niche users from this school are most interested in the following majors.
Business 74 Students
Psychology 48 Students
Computer Science 47 Students
Pre-Medicine Studies 38 Students
Biology 36 Students
Nursing 35 Students
Political Science and Government 19 Students
Architecture 17 Students
Economics 15 Students
Biochemistry and Molecular Biology 14 Students

This School’s Reviews

Niche Reviews
3.3 158 Reviews
2.0 Senior
8/22/2024
Administration is frustrating to deal with. The teachers and deans come and go every year. Ms. Nash is incredibly annoying and most of the school doesn't like her.
3.0 Junior
4/9/2024
I would like to see more arts included in our curriculum and resources such as a library. I am especially grateful for some of the many clubs we have that got me into the sport of mountain biking. It has truly had a major impact in my life and it would not have been possible without this school.
4.0 Junior
3/26/2024
I like that Oakland Charter High School tries so hard to offer more things to students, however, there is a slight lack of stability in regard to teacher retention and rotating admins. There are maybe 1 or 2 teachers who are inept at what they teach.
GreatSchools Reviews
2.5 13 Reviews
2.0 other
6/26/2024
I am a recently graduated alumni, and I can confidently say that this school fails in every single aspect. All the decent teachers have every incentive to leave and what's left are sorry excuses. The administration routinely holds strong biases towards certain staff members and students, rendering i...
1.0 student
3/4/2024
Absolutely horrible school! They ride the reputation that they once had.With the majority of classes filled with substitutes and administration that no longer have any drive for the school's success, it's going downhill every year!STEER CLEAR..
1.0 parent
10/31/2017
I sent my kid to this school because I really don't have other choices with limited resources. Over the years, I told my kid to obey all the rules and don't cause the busy teacher any extra work. I never complained the disregard of parents dignity, the disogranization of the curriculum, and the limi...
5.0 student
5/5/2016
I am getting a well rounded education and the classes are challenging. The staff members and teachers are nice and helpful.

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Oakland Charter High School is a charter school for students in grades 9-12 located at 2433 Coolidge Ave in Oakland, CA. The school has a total enrollment of 329 and maintains a student-teacher ratio of 17:1. Academic records show that 37% of students achieve proficiency in math, and 67% are proficient in reading. Oakland Charter High School has received feedback and ratings, with a Niche grade of B+ and a GreatSchools Rating of 8 out of 10. The average GPA is 3.66, the graduation rate is 92%, and average standardized test scores include an SAT score of 1200 and an ACT score of 23. The average home value in this area is $668,460. Discover additional schools in the area, like Latitude High School, Arise High School, Arise High, and more. Learn more about what Oakland has to offer, and browse homes for sale and for rent near Oakland Charter High School.

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