Lodestar: A Lighthouse Community Charter Public
K-12 school in Oakland, CA · Oakland Unified · Grades K-12 · Charter
On the spring 2026 state tests, 24% of Lodestar: A Lighthouse Community Charter Public students met or exceeded California's reading (ELA) standard and 21% met the math standard. In reading, that is 25 points below the California average (49%). Its reading result is higher than 18% of Bay Area K-12 schools, and it ranks 7th of 9 public K-12 schools in Oakland. Reading results in 2026 were 4 points higher than in 2024, and math results were 4 points higher than in 2024.
Test scores, 2024 to 2026
| Subject | Spring 2024 | Spring 2025 | Spring 2026 | Change |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Reading (ELA) | 20% | 23% | 24% | +4 pts |
| Math | 17% | 24% | 21% | +4 pts |
Compared with nearby averages
| Spring 2026 | Reading (ELA) | Math |
|---|---|---|
| Lodestar: A Lighthouse Community Charter Public | 24% | 21% |
| Alameda County | 56% | 49% |
| California | 49% | 38% |
Results by grade, spring 2026
| Grade | Reading (ELA) | Math |
|---|---|---|
| 3rd grade | 9% | 18% |
| 4th grade | 19% | 30% |
| 5th grade | 11% | 19% |
| 6th grade | 20% | 14% |
| 7th grade | 26% | 13% |
| 8th grade | 36% | 35% |
| 11th grade | 43% | 15% |
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 Lodestar: A Lighthouse Community Charter Public
The typical home value in ZIP code 94603, where Lodestar: A Lighthouse Community Charter Public is located, is $508K, down 1.9% 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 K-12 schools
| Distance | School | Reading (ELA) | Math | Typical home value (ZIP) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 0.4 mi | Aspire Lionel Wilson College Preparatory Academy CharterOakland · Grades 6-12 | 40% | 11% | $508K |
| 0.4 mi | Madison Park Academy 6-12Oakland · Grades 6-12 | 13% | 7% | $508K |
| 2.1 mi | Coliseum College Prep AcademyOakland · Grades 6-12 | 30% | 12% | $445K |
| 2.2 mi | East Bay Innovation Academy CharterOakland · Grades 6-12 | 48% | 34% | $659K |
| 4.0 mi | LIFE AcademyOakland · Grades 6-12 | 45% | 20% | $553K |
| 4.7 mi | Bay Area Technology CharterOakland · Grades 6-12 | n/a | n/a | $594K |
School details
- Address
- 701 105th Avenue, Oakland, CA 94603
Get directions · See it on our map - Phone
- (510) 775-0255
- District
- Oakland Unified
- County
- Alameda County
- Grades
- K-12
- Students
- 756 (2025-26)
- Type
- K-12 school · Traditional · Charter
- Opened
- 2016
- Website
- www.lighthousecharter.org
- State school code
- 01612590134015
Common questions
How did Lodestar: A Lighthouse Community Charter Public do on state tests?
In spring 2026, 24% of students met or exceeded the reading (ELA) standard and 21% met the math standard, compared with 49% and 38% across California.
How many students attend Lodestar: A Lighthouse Community Charter Public?
756 students were enrolled in the 2025-26 school year, in grades K-12.
How much do homes cost near Lodestar: A Lighthouse Community Charter Public?
The typical home value in ZIP code 94603, where Lodestar: A Lighthouse Community Charter Public is located, is $508K, down 1.9% over the past year (Zillow Home Value Index). Prices inside the school's attendance zone can differ.
Does living near Lodestar: A Lighthouse Community Charter Public guarantee a spot?
No. As a charter school it usually admits by application or lottery rather than by address.