Downtown Charter Academy
Middle school in Oakland, CA · Oakland Unified · Grades 6-8 · Charter
On the spring 2026 state tests, 80% of Downtown Charter Academy students met or exceeded California's reading (ELA) standard and 77% met the math standard. In reading, that is 30 points above the California average (49%). Its reading result is higher than 82% of Bay Area middle schools, and it ranks 1st of 13 public middle schools in Oakland. Reading results in 2026 were 6 points higher than in 2024, and math results were 5 points higher than in 2024.
Test scores, 2024 to 2026
| Subject | Spring 2024 | Spring 2025 | Spring 2026 | Change |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Reading (ELA) | 73% | 77% | 80% | +6 pts |
| Math | 72% | 74% | 77% | +5 pts |
Compared with nearby averages
| Spring 2026 | Reading (ELA) | Math |
|---|---|---|
| Downtown Charter Academy | 80% | 77% |
| Alameda County | 56% | 49% |
| California | 49% | 38% |
Results by grade, spring 2026
| Grade | Reading (ELA) | Math |
|---|---|---|
| 6th grade | 77% | 72% |
| 7th grade | 78% | 74% |
| 8th grade | 84% | 86% |
Students are tested in grades 3 to 8 and 11. Each grade is a different group of students, so differences between grades are not a trend.
Homes near Downtown Charter Academy
The typical home value in ZIP code 94606, where Downtown Charter Academy is located, is $594K, up 0.6% over the past year (Zillow Home Value Index). Prices inside the school's attendance zone can differ.
Charter schools usually admit by application or lottery, so where you live may not decide whether your child can attend.
Nearby middle schools
| Distance | School | Reading (ELA) | Math | Typical home value (ZIP) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 0.6 mi | Epic CharterOakland · Grades 6-8 | n/a | n/a | $553K |
| 0.7 mi | Roosevelt MiddleOakland · Grades 6-8 | 26% | 20% | $594K |
| 0.9 mi | Urban Promise Academy MiddleOakland · Grades 6-8 | 19% | 10% | $553K |
| 1.3 mi | United for Success Academy MiddleOakland · Grades 6-8 | 17% | 5% | $553K |
| 1.6 mi | Will C. Wood MiddleAlameda · Grades 6-8 | 56% | 41% | $1.15M |
| 1.8 mi | Edna Brewer MiddleOakland · Grades 6-8 | 58% | 46% | $1.20M |
School details
- Address
- 2000 Dennison Street, Oakland, CA 94606
Get directions · See it on our map - Phone
- (510) 535-1580
- District
- Oakland Unified
- County
- Alameda County
- Grades
- 6-8
- Students
- 318 (2025-26)
- Type
- Middle school · Traditional · Charter
- Opened
- 2014
- Website
- www.amethodschools.org
- State school code
- 01612590129635
Common questions
How did Downtown Charter Academy do on state tests?
In spring 2026, 80% of students met or exceeded the reading (ELA) standard and 77% met the math standard, compared with 49% and 38% across California.
How many students attend Downtown Charter Academy?
318 students were enrolled in the 2025-26 school year, in grades 6-8.
How much do homes cost near Downtown Charter Academy?
The typical home value in ZIP code 94606, where Downtown Charter Academy is located, is $594K, up 0.6% over the past year (Zillow Home Value Index). Prices inside the school's attendance zone can differ.
Does living near Downtown Charter Academy guarantee a spot?
No. As a charter school it usually admits by application or lottery rather than by address.