Making Waves Academy

Making Waves Academy is a charter school serving grades 5–12 in Richmond, a city with a complex history that's seen real revitalization energy in recent years — sitting along the bay with easy access to both Oakland and the greater East Bay. The school stands out for its mission-driven approach to serving students in an underserved community, and its academic results reflect genuine work happening inside the building, with English scores in particular landing well above what you might expect given the surrounding context. Families who are drawn to a school with a clear sense of purpose — one that feels invested in its students beyond just test prep — will find a lot to appreciate here.