Best 94605 California Public High Schools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there are 6 public high schools serving 2,534 students in 94605, CA.
The top-ranked public high schools in 94605, CA are East Bay Innovation Academy, Oakland Unity High School and Independent Study Sojourner Truth. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high schools in zipcode 94605 have an average math proficiency score of 20% (versus the California public high school average of 28%), and reading proficiency score of 33% (versus the 51% statewide average). High schools in 94605, CA have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of California public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 94605 have a Graduation Rate of 61%, which is less than the California average of 86%.
The school with highest graduation rate is East Bay Innovation Academy, with ≥95% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in California or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 91% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the California public high school average of 79% (majority Hispanic).

Best 94605, CA Public High Schools (2026)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
East Bay Innovation Academy
Charter School
(Math: 35% | Reading: 42%)
Rank:
6/
10
Top 50%
3400 Malcolm Ave.
Oakland, CA 94605
(510) 577-9557
Gr: 6-12 | 451 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 84%
Rank: #22.
Oakland Unity High School
Charter School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 60-64%)
Rank:
6/
10
Top 50%
6038 Brann St.
Oakland, CA 94605
(510) 635-7170
Gr: 9-12 | 295 students Student-teacher ratio: 21:1 Minority enrollment: 95%
Rank: #33.
Independent Study Sojourner Truth
Alternative School
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 23%)
Rank:
2/
10
Bottom 50%
8251 Fontaine St.
Oakland, CA 94605
(510) 879-5330
Gr: K-12 | 481 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 75%
Rank: #44.
Bay Area Technology
Charter School
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
2/
10
Bottom 50%
8251 Fontaine St.
Oakland, CA 94605
(510) 382-9932
Gr: 6-12 | 255 students Student-teacher ratio: 32:1
Rank: #55.
Rudsdale Continuation High School
Alternative School
(Math: ≤20% | Reading: ≤10% )
Rank:
1/
10
Bottom 50%
8251 Fontaine St.
Oakland, CA 94605
(510) 879-2352
Gr: 9-12 | 333 students Student-teacher ratio: 21:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: #66.
Castlemont High School
(Math: ≤5% | Reading: 10-14%)
Rank:
1/
10
Bottom 50%
8601 Macarthur Blvd.
Oakland, CA 94605
(510) 879-2301
Gr: 9-12 | 719 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 98%

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public high schools in 94605, CA?
The top-ranked public high schools in 94605, CA include East Bay Innovation Academy, Oakland Unity High School and Independent Study Sojourner Truth.
How many public high schools are located in 94605?
6 public high schools are located in 94605.
What is the racial composition of students in 94605?
94605 public high schools minority enrollment is 91% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the California public high schools average of 79% (majority Hispanic).

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