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Middle SchoolsGrades 6-8

Montera Middle

Oakland Unified · Alameda County · 5555 Ascot Drive, Oakland, CA 94611-3001

(510) 879-3211 · www.ousd.org/montera

7/10
#471
Rank 471 out of 1,315
Top 36%
English Language Arts7/10 · #445 · 66th percentile
Mathematics7/10 · #515 · 61st percentile
Science7/10 · #489 · 63rd percentile

English Language Arts

Math Trend

Science Trend

School Overview

Tucked into the Montclair hills of Oakland, Montera Middle draws families who want an urban district experience without sacrificing a sense of community — the surrounding neighborhood feels almost suburban, with tree-lined streets and easy access to Redwood Regional Park. Academically, Montera sits solidly above average for California middle schools, with particular strength in English, making it a reasonable fit for families who value literacy and critical thinking as kids navigate those tricky middle school years. It tends to attract Montclair and Joaquin Miller-area families looking to stay in Oakland public schools while finding a campus with a grounded, neighborhood feel.

Student Demographics

663 students tested · 2024-25 school year

Ethnicity

African American
171 (26%)
Hispanic
163 (25%)
White
143 (22%)
Multiple Races
104 (16%)
Asian
52 (8%)
Other
30 (5%)

Key Indicators

English Learners64 (10%)
Socioeconomically Disadvantaged379 (57%)
Students with Disabilities102 (15%)

Staff & Teachers(2024-25)

695
Enrollment
38.5
Teachers (FTE)
18.1:1
Student-Staff Ratio
2
Administrators (FTE)
18
Avg Class Size*(2023-24)

Community Enrichment Programs

This supplementary score measures the availability of enrichment programs — such as tutoring, music, dance, sports, and arts — within 3 miles of the school. Schools in communities with more diverse and accessible programs score higher.

Nearby Programs8/10 · #293 · 79th percentile

177 programs within 3 miles. Ranked among Middle Schools in California.

Nearby Libraries

No programs found