Oakland Unity Middle School
Middle school in Oakland, CA · Alameda County Office of Education · Grades 6-8 · Charter
On the spring 2026 state tests, 54% of Oakland Unity Middle School students met or exceeded California's reading (ELA) standard and 48% met the math standard. In reading, that is 4 points above the California average (49%). Its reading result is higher than 49% of Bay Area middle schools, and it ranks 5th of 13 public middle schools in Oakland. Reading results in 2026 were 2 points higher than in 2024, and math results were 11 points higher than in 2024.
Test scores, 2024 to 2026
| Subject | Spring 2024 | Spring 2025 | Spring 2026 | Change |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Reading (ELA) | 52% | 53% | 54% | +2 pts |
| Math | 36% | 34% | 48% | +11 pts |
Compared with nearby averages
| Spring 2026 | Reading (ELA) | Math |
|---|---|---|
| Oakland Unity Middle School | 54% | 48% |
| Alameda County | 56% | 49% |
| California | 49% | 38% |
Results by grade, spring 2026
| Grade | Reading (ELA) | Math |
|---|---|---|
| 6th grade | 48% | 40% |
| 7th grade | 44% | 60% |
| 8th grade | 69% | 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.
Homes near Oakland Unity Middle School
The typical home value in ZIP code 94621, where Oakland Unity Middle School is located, is $445K, down 3.3% 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) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 0.9 mi | Frick United Academy of Language MiddleOakland · Grades 6-8 | 11% | 3% | $659K |
| 1.6 mi | Elmhurst United MiddleOakland · Grades 6-8 | 18% | 8% | $508K |
| 2.2 mi | United for Success Academy MiddleOakland · Grades 6-8 | 17% | 5% | $553K |
| 2.3 mi | Lincoln MiddleAlameda · Grades 6-8 | 82% | 70% | $1.15M |
| 2.4 mi | Epic CharterOakland · Grades 6-8 | n/a | n/a | $553K |
| 2.5 mi | Urban Promise Academy MiddleOakland · Grades 6-8 | 19% | 10% | $553K |
School details
- Address
- 1180 70th Avenue, Oakland, CA 94621
Get directions · See it on our map - Phone
- (510) 564-4851
- County
- Alameda County
- Grades
- 6-8
- Students
- 146 (2025-26)
- Type
- Middle school · Traditional · Charter
- Opened
- 2015
- Website
- www.unitymiddle.org
- State school code
- 01100170131581
Common questions
How did Oakland Unity Middle School do on state tests?
In spring 2026, 54% of students met or exceeded the reading (ELA) standard and 48% met the math standard, compared with 49% and 38% across California.
How many students attend Oakland Unity Middle School?
146 students were enrolled in the 2025-26 school year, in grades 6-8.
How much do homes cost near Oakland Unity Middle School?
The typical home value in ZIP code 94621, where Oakland Unity Middle School 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 Oakland Unity Middle School guarantee a spot?
No. As a charter school it usually admits by application or lottery rather than by address.