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Middle SchoolsGrades 6-8

West Oakland Middle

Oakland Unified · Alameda County · 991 14th Street, Oakland, CA 94607-3230

(510) 879-2204 · www.ousd.org/woms

1/10
#1298
Rank 1298 out of 1,315
Top 99%
English Language Arts1/10 · #1303 · 1st percentile
Mathematics1/10 · #1292 · 2nd percentile
Science1/10 · #1263 · 5th percentile

English Language Arts

Math Trend

Science Trend

School Overview

West Oakland Middle serves students in one of Oakland's most historically rich and rapidly changing neighborhoods, where the legacy of the city's Black community runs deep alongside new waves of development and displacement. Families choosing this school are often deeply rooted in the West Oakland community and committed to being part of its story, though the school's academic performance scores currently sit well below state averages, making it a consideration that warrants a close look at what support systems are in place. For families invested in the neighborhood itself, it's worth visiting in person and connecting directly with teachers and staff to get a feel for the culture on the ground.

Student Demographics

142 students tested · 2024-25 school year

Ethnicity

African American
67 (47%)
Hispanic
41 (29%)
White
16 (11%)
Multiple Races
9 (6%)
Asian
4 (3%)
Other
5 (4%)

Key Indicators

English Learners55 (39%)
Socioeconomically Disadvantaged138 (97%)
Students with Disabilities32 (23%)

Staff & Teachers(2024-25)

165
Enrollment
15
Teachers (FTE)
11:1
Student-Staff Ratio
2
Administrators (FTE)
7
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 Programs10/10 · #44 · 97th percentile

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

Nearby Libraries

No programs found