Oakland School for the Arts
K-12 school in Oakland, CA · Oakland Unified · Grades 6-12 · Charter
On the spring 2026 state tests, 60% of Oakland School for the Arts students met or exceeded California's reading (ELA) standard and 30% met the math standard. In reading, that is 11 points above the California average (49%). Its reading result is higher than 89% of Bay Area K-12 schools, and it ranks 1st of 9 public K-12 schools in Oakland. Reading results in 2026 were 3 points lower than in 2024, and math results were 3 points lower than in 2024.
Test scores, 2024 to 2026
| Subject | Spring 2024 | Spring 2025 | Spring 2026 | Change |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Reading (ELA) | 62% | 62% | 60% | −3 pts |
| Math | 32% | 34% | 30% | −3 pts |
Compared with nearby averages
| Spring 2026 | Reading (ELA) | Math |
|---|---|---|
| Oakland School for the Arts | 60% | 30% |
| Alameda County | 56% | 49% |
| California | 49% | 38% |
Results by grade, spring 2026
| Grade | Reading (ELA) | Math |
|---|---|---|
| 6th grade | 38% | 23% |
| 7th grade | 64% | 29% |
| 8th grade | 63% | 27% |
| 11th grade | 82% | 43% |
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.
For fall 2025, UC admitted 35 of 53 freshman applicants from Oakland School for the Arts (66%), and 16 enrolled.
Homes near Oakland School for the Arts
The typical home value in ZIP code 94612, where Oakland School for the Arts is located, is $531K, down 6.9% 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) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 0.3 mi | Downtown Oakland Science Academy CharterOakland · Grades 6-12 | 23% | 12% | $531K |
| 1.5 mi | Oakland Military Institute, College Preparatory Academy CharterOakland · Grades 6-12 | 39% | 30% | $604K |
| 2.1 mi | Home and Hospital ProgramOakland · Grades K-12 | n/a | n/a | $604K |
| 2.2 mi | Nea Community Learning Center CharterAlameda · Grades K-12 | 56% | 37% | $1.15M |
| 2.2 mi | Alameda Community Learning Center CharterAlameda · Grades 6-12 | 59% | 36% | $1.15M |
| 2.5 mi | Bay Area Technology CharterOakland · Grades 6-12 | n/a | n/a | $594K |
School details
- Address
- 530 18th Street, Oakland, CA 94612
Get directions · See it on our map - Phone
- (510) 873-8800
- District
- Oakland Unified
- County
- Alameda County
- Grades
- 6-12
- Students
- 815 (2025-26)
- Type
- K-12 school · Traditional · Charter
- Opened
- 2002
- Website
- www.oakarts.org
- State school code
- 01612593030772
Common questions
How did Oakland School for the Arts do on state tests?
In spring 2026, 60% of students met or exceeded the reading (ELA) standard and 30% met the math standard, compared with 49% and 38% across California.
How many students attend Oakland School for the Arts?
815 students were enrolled in the 2025-26 school year, in grades 6-12.
How many Oakland School for the Arts students get into UC?
For fall 2025, 35 of 53 UC freshman applicants from Oakland School for the Arts were admitted. Of the class of 2022-23, 20% enrolled at a UC campus within 16 months.
How much do homes cost near Oakland School for the Arts?
The typical home value in ZIP code 94612, where Oakland School for the Arts is located, is $531K, down 6.9% over the past year (Zillow Home Value Index). Prices inside the school's attendance zone can differ.
Does living near Oakland School for the Arts guarantee a spot?
No. As a charter school it usually admits by application or lottery rather than by address.