Highland Community
Elementary school in Oakland, CA · Oakland Unified · Grades K-5
On the spring 2026 state tests, 9% of Highland Community students met or exceeded California's reading (ELA) standard and 7% met the math standard. In reading, that is 25 points below the Oakland Unified average (34%) and 40 points below the California average (49%). Its reading result is higher than 1% of Bay Area elementary schools, and it ranks 58th of 61 public elementary schools in Oakland. Reading results in 2026 were about the same as in 2024, and math results were about the same as in 2024.
Test scores, 2024 to 2026
| Subject | Spring 2024 | Spring 2025 | Spring 2026 | Change |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Reading (ELA) | 9% | 11% | 9% | 0 pts |
| Math | 7% | 7% | 7% | 0 pts |
Compared with nearby averages
| Spring 2026 | Reading (ELA) | Math |
|---|---|---|
| Highland Community | 9% | 7% |
| Oakland Unified | 34% | 28% |
| Alameda County | 56% | 49% |
| California | 49% | 38% |
Results by grade, spring 2026
| Grade | Reading (ELA) | Math |
|---|---|---|
| 3rd grade | 6% | 9% |
| 4th grade | 8% | 5% |
| 5th grade | 13% | 6% |
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 Highland Community
The typical home value in ZIP code 94621, where Highland Community is located, is $445K, down 3.3% over the past year (Zillow Home Value Index). Prices inside the school's attendance zone can differ.
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Nearby elementary schools
| Distance | School | Reading (ELA) | Math | Typical home value (ZIP) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 0.1 mi | Highland CDCOakland · Grades P-K | n/a | n/a | $445K |
| 0.4 mi | EnCompass Academy ElementaryOakland · Grades K-5 | 25% | 18% | $445K |
| 0.4 mi | ACORN Woodland ElementaryOakland · Grades K-5 | 26% | 29% | $445K |
| 0.5 mi | East Oakland Pride ElementaryOakland · Grades K-5 | 8% | 8% | $445K |
| 0.8 mi | Aspire College Triumph Academy CharterOakland · Grades K-5 | 26% | 27% | $659K |
| 0.9 mi | Aspire Monarch Academy CharterOakland · Grades K-5 | 22% | 21% | $508K |
School details
- Address
- 8521 A Street, Oakland, CA 94621
Get directions · See it on our map - Phone
- (510) 879-2125
- District
- Oakland Unified
- County
- Alameda County
- Grades
- K-5
- Students
- 452 (2025-26)
- Type
- Elementary school · Traditional
- Website
- www.ousd.org/highland
- State school code
- 01612596001903
Common questions
How did Highland Community do on state tests?
In spring 2026, 9% of students met or exceeded the reading (ELA) standard and 7% met the math standard, compared with 49% and 38% across California.
How many students attend Highland Community?
452 students were enrolled in the 2025-26 school year, in grades K-5.
How much do homes cost near Highland Community?
The typical home value in ZIP code 94621, where Highland Community is located, is $445K, down 3.3% over the past year (Zillow Home Value Index). Prices inside the school's attendance zone can differ.
Does living near Highland Community guarantee a spot?
No. Public schools assign students by attendance zone, which Oakland Unified sets and can change. Confirm the zone for a specific address with the district before you buy or rent.