Oakland Technical High School

Oakland Technical High School

Public High School | Grade 9-12
4351 Broadway,  Oakland, CA
Oakland Unified School District
3.6
3.6
1,880 Students
A
Niche Grade

School Details

Head of School
Staci Ross-morrison
Student Teacher Ratio
19:1
Average SAT Score
1260
Average ACT Score
26
Math Proficiency
32%
Reading Proficiency
63%
Average GPA
3.55
Graduation Rate
91%

Niche Grade

A-
Academics
A-
Teachers
A
College Prep
C-
Administration
C-
Resources/Facilities
C+
Clubs and Activities
B+
Sports
C+
Food
Source: Niche
Niche Grades

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Niche Grade Details

Academics
Average GPA
3.55
Reading Proficiency
63%
Math Proficiency
32%
Teachers
Student Teacher Ratio
19:1
Teachers
97
Full Time Teachers
97
Teachers in First or Second Year
14.3%
College Prep
Average SAT
1260
Math
630
Verbal
630
Average ACT
26
Math
26
English
27
Reading
27
Science
25
Number of AP Courses
15
AP Pass Rate
76.4%
AP Math Enrollment
Very High
AP Science Enrollment
Very High
Other AP Enrollment
Very Low
Clubs and Activities
Girls Athletic Participation
Average
Boys Athletic Participation
Low

GreatSchools Rating

Source: GreatSchools
GreatSchools Rating
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Test Scores

Math
14.7%
State Average
17.9%
Science
4.9%
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
327:1

Student Diversity

Male
52.4%
Female
47%
Black
26.9%
White
22%
Hispanic
21.4%
Asian or Pacific Islander
16.4%
Two or more races
12.6%
Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander
<1%
Native American
<1%

School Rankings

#17 Most Diverse Public HS in California
#174 Best College Prep Public HS in California
Source: Niche

Specialty School Programs

AP Programs Offered
Free/Reduced Lunch Offered
Athletics Program

Colleges Students are Considering

Students are most interested in or go on to attend these colleges.
University of California - Berkeley 629 Students
University of California - Los Angeles 605 Students
University of California - Davis 499 Students
University of California - Santa Cruz 474 Students
University of California - San Diego 441 Students
San Francisco State University 416 Students
San Diego State University 352 Students
University of California - Irvine 349 Students
University of California - Santa Barbara 341 Students
Cal Poly San Luis Obispo 313 Students

What Students Want to Study

Niche users from this school are most interested in the following majors.
Business 254 Students
Computer Science 224 Students
Psychology 204 Students
Biology 186 Students
Nursing 137 Students
Political Science and Government 111 Students
Sociology 76 Students
Pre-Medicine Studies 74 Students
Economics 68 Students
Marketing 66 Students

This School’s Reviews

Niche Reviews
3.6 410 Reviews
4.0 Freshman
12/13/2024
The school is extremely diverse and the teachers are all supportive. Helps you choose your major interests in 5 pathways. Classes are in block schedule.
3.0 Alum
3/7/2024
I enjoyed going to this place as a freshman, but it was too crowded and the students were rude. I don't think I will enroll my kid
4.0 Alum
10/17/2023
Oakland Tech was great as a whole, and I thoroughly enjoyed my time as a student. The location in downtown Oakland is great, but some of the academics and teachers are not as great. I highly suggest the Piadeia program for english and history
GreatSchools Reviews
3.6 10 Reviews
5.0 parent
4/12/2024
Both my sons attended Tech, and have enjoyed it. My oldest son is now getting ready to transfer to UC next fall and my younger son is currently a junior and enrolled in AP classes that are as challenging as any college class I’ve seen. I feel the curriculum has prepared both boys well for college. T...
5.0 parent
6/16/2023
My son graduated from Oakland Tech in 2021. They prepared him for college and is doing well. He was part of the Race, Policy, and Law academy and had excellent teachers. My son had an IEP and his services were excellent. I'm disappointed in the review by the parent complaining about "labor strife."...
1.0 parent
4/12/2023
There are some good teachers and the principal really cares about his students. Unfortunately, there are also too many bad teachers. For example, my child has had 3 bad math teachers who barely engage with the children and struggle to provide any feedback to their students. My child is otherwise a h...
5.0 parent
1/20/2023
See i love this school go to it it’s super fun

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Oakland Technical High School is a public school for students in grades 9-12 in Oakland, CA and is served by the Oakland Unified School District in California. The school has a total enrollment of 1,880 and maintains a student-teacher ratio of 19:1. Academic records show that 32% of students achieve proficiency in math, and 63% are proficient in reading. Oakland Technical High School has received feedback and ratings, with a Niche grade of A and a GreatSchools Rating of 8 out of 10. The average GPA is 3.55, the graduation rate is 91%, and average standardized test scores include an SAT score of 1260 and an ACT score of 26. The average home value in this area is $1,120,886. Discover additional schools in the area, like Oakland International High School, Young Adult Program, McClymonds High School, and more. Learn more about what Oakland has to offer, and browse homes for sale and for rent near Oakland Technical High School.

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