At a glance
Reported students
828
NCES CCD 2024–25
Teachers (FTE)
40.23
NCES CCD 2024–25
Student–teacher ratio
20.6:1
Calculated; not a class-size measure
Grades served
06–12
NCES preliminary directory 2025–26
School benchmarks
California high enrollment
63rd percentile
Compared with 2,195 same-level schools reporting enrollment.
District median enrollment
828
Oakland School for the Arts: 828 reported students.
State peer staffing position
62nd percentile
20.6:1 reported; state peer median 19.2:1. Ratio is not class size.
Historical enrollment and staffing · CRDC 2021–22
These older figures are kept separate from 2024–25 statistics and benchmarks. Differences between years can reflect changes in enrollment, staffing, or reporting scope.
- Students
- 731
- Teachers (FTE)
- 52.64
- Student–teacher ratio
- 13.9:1
What the reported data says about Oakland School for the Arts
Oakland School for the Arts is a public high school serving grades 06–12 in Oakland. It is one of 1 current school records connected to Oakland School for the Arts District. NCES reports 828 students for 2024–25.
Among 2,195 high schools in California with comparable records, this school is larger than the reported median of 416 students. Its enrollment is at approximately the 63rd percentile for that peer group. Size describes the campus, not instructional quality.
The reported student–teacher ratio is 20.6:1, close to the California median of 19.2:1 for the same school level. This ratio uses total enrollment and teacher FTE; it is not an average classroom headcount and can be affected by special programs or part-time staffing.
The largest reported race and ethnicity groups are White (25.7%) and Black (25.4%). English learners represent 1.2% of enrollment. Students served under IDEA represent 8.5%. These figures help families understand who the school serves; they are not rating inputs.
The 2021–22 civil-rights collection reports AP student enrollment. The school reported 4 AP courses. Program availability changes, so families should confirm the current catalog and participation rules directly with the school.
Questions worth asking Oakland School for the Arts
- 1How do the reported 20.6:1 student–teacher ratio and 40.23 teacher FTE translate into actual class sizes by grade?
- 2Have the reported academic programs changed since the 2021–22 CRDC collection?
- 3What counseling support is available today? The school reported 3 counselor FTE in 2021–22.
- 4What meal assistance, transportation, after-school, and family-support services are currently available?
Enrollment needs
- English learners
- 1.2%
- Students with disabilities
- 8.5%
- Free/reduced-price lunch
- 28.7%
- Lunch program
- Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
Reported support staff
- Counselors (FTE)
- 3
- Nurses (FTE)
- 0
- Psychologists (FTE)
- 0
- Social workers (FTE)
- 0
CRDC 2021–22 full-time-equivalent counts; verify current assignments with the school.
Student demographics
Race and ethnicity share of reported enrollment
- White25.7%
- Hispanic20.9%
- Black25.4%
- Asian5.4%
- American Indian / Alaska Native0.5%
- Native Hawaiian / Pacific Islander0.4%
- Multiracial18.5%
Race/ethnicity: NCES CCD 2024–25. English learner and disability context: CRDC 2021–22. Lunch eligibility: NCES CCD 2024–25. Privacy rules can produce missing values.
Programs reported by the school
AP student enrollment
Students enrolled
4 distinct courses reported
Gifted and talented
Not reported as offered
Computer science
Not reported as offered
CRDC 2021–22: the AP flag records student enrollment; gifted and computer-science fields describe reported programs/classes. Confirm current courses and eligibility with the school.
Public schools near Oakland School for the Arts
Closest campuses by straight-line distance between NCES geocodes, favoring the same school level. Distance is not drive time or an attendance assignment.
| School | Grades | Students | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Envision Academy for Arts & Technology High · Charter · Envision Academy for Arts & Technology District | 06–12 | 207 | 0.3 mi |
| Ralph J. Bunche Continuation High High · Oakland Unified | 09–12 | 58 | 0.6 mi |
| Street Academy Alternative High High · Oakland Unified | 09–12 | 77 | 0.7 mi |
| McClymonds High High · Oakland Unified | 09–12 | 273 | 0.8 mi |
| Gateway to College High at Laney College High · Oakland Unified | 09–12 | 104 | 0.9 mi |
| Dewey Academy High High · Oakland Unified | 09–12 | 125 | 1 mi |
Frequently asked questions about Oakland School for the Arts
What grades does Oakland School for the Arts serve?
Oakland School for the Arts reports grades 06–12 in the NCES 2025–26 preliminary directory. It is classified as a high school in Oakland School for the Arts District.
How many students attend Oakland School for the Arts?
Oakland School for the Arts reported 828 students in the NCES 2024–25 membership file. That places it near the 63rd percentile among 2,195 California high schools reporting enrollment. The 2021–22 civil-rights collection recorded 731 students.
What is the student–teacher ratio at Oakland School for the Arts?
The calculated ratio is 20.6:1, based on 828 students and 40.23 full-time-equivalent classroom teachers in 2024–25. The California median for the same school level is 19.2:1. A ratio is not the same as average class size.
Is Oakland School for the Arts a public, charter, or magnet school?
Oakland School for the Arts is a public school operating as a charter school. Admission can involve an application or lottery, so check enrollment windows with the school.
What share of Oakland School for the Arts students qualify for free or reduced-price meals?
28.7% of students were eligible for free or reduced-price lunch in 2024–25. This describes the students served and is not a quality measure.
Which school district is Oakland School for the Arts in?
Oakland School for the Arts is part of Oakland School for the Arts District, based in Oakland, CA, which operates 1 current school. Confirm attendance zones and enrollment rules with the district.
What public schools are near Oakland School for the Arts?
The closest public schools by straight-line distance include Envision Academy for Arts & Technology (0.3 mi), Ralph J. Bunche Continuation High (0.6 mi), Street Academy Alternative High (0.7 mi). Distance does not determine eligibility; attendance boundaries and program rules do.