Encinal Junior/Senior High School
K-12 school in Alameda, CA · Alameda Unified · Grades 6-12
On the spring 2026 state tests, 67% of Encinal Junior/Senior High School students met or exceeded California's reading (ELA) standard and 44% met the math standard. In reading, that is 3 points below the Alameda Unified average (70%) and 18 points above the California average (49%). Its reading result is higher than 96% of Bay Area K-12 schools, and it ranks 1st of 3 public K-12 schools in Alameda. Reading results in 2026 were 6 points higher than in 2024, and math results were 9 points higher than in 2024.
Test scores, 2024 to 2026
| Subject | Spring 2024 | Spring 2025 | Spring 2026 | Change |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Reading (ELA) | 61% | 55% | 67% | +6 pts |
| Math | 35% | 41% | 44% | +9 pts |
Compared with nearby averages
| Spring 2026 | Reading (ELA) | Math |
|---|---|---|
| Encinal Junior/Senior High School | 67% | 44% |
| Alameda Unified | 70% | 62% |
| Alameda County | 56% | 49% |
| California | 49% | 38% |
Results by grade, spring 2026
| Grade | Reading (ELA) | Math |
|---|---|---|
| 6th grade | 60% | 40% |
| 7th grade | 59% | 51% |
| 8th grade | 62% | 36% |
| 11th grade | 79% | 46% |
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.
Where graduates go
Share of the class of 2022-23 enrolled in college within 16 months of graduating.
Homes near Encinal Junior/Senior High School
The typical home value in ZIP code 94501, where Encinal Junior/Senior High School is located, is $1.15M, up 3.3% over the past year (Zillow Home Value Index). Prices inside the school's attendance zone can differ.
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Nearby K-12 schools
| Distance | School | Reading (ELA) | Math | Typical home value (ZIP) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 0.4 mi | Nea Community Learning Center CharterAlameda · Grades K-12 | 56% | 37% | $1.15M |
| 0.4 mi | Alameda Community Learning Center CharterAlameda · Grades 6-12 | 59% | 36% | $1.15M |
| 2.5 mi | Downtown Oakland Science Academy CharterOakland · Grades 6-12 | 23% | 12% | $531K |
| 2.6 mi | Oakland School for the Arts CharterOakland · Grades 6-12 | 60% | 30% | $531K |
| 3.0 mi | Bay Area Technology CharterOakland · Grades 6-12 | n/a | n/a | $594K |
| 4.0 mi | Oakland Military Institute, College Preparatory Academy CharterOakland · Grades 6-12 | 39% | 30% | $604K |
School details
- Address
- 210 Central Avenue, Alameda, CA 94501
Get directions · See it on our map - Phone
- (510) 748-4023
- District
- Alameda Unified
- County
- Alameda County
- Grades
- 6-12
- Students
- 1,342 (2025-26)
- Type
- K-12 school · Traditional
- Opened
- 2015
- Website
- encinal.alamedaunified.org
- State school code
- 01611190132142
Common questions
How did Encinal Junior/Senior High School do on state tests?
In spring 2026, 67% of students met or exceeded the reading (ELA) standard and 44% met the math standard, compared with 49% and 38% across California.
How many students attend Encinal Junior/Senior High School?
1,342 students were enrolled in the 2025-26 school year, in grades 6-12.
How much do homes cost near Encinal Junior/Senior High School?
The typical home value in ZIP code 94501, where Encinal Junior/Senior High School is located, is $1.15M, up 3.3% over the past year (Zillow Home Value Index). Prices inside the school's attendance zone can differ.
Does living near Encinal Junior/Senior High School guarantee a spot?
No. Public schools assign students by attendance zone, which Alameda Unified sets and can change. Confirm the zone for a specific address with the district before you buy or rent.