Urban Promise Academy Middle School
Middle school in Oakland, CA · Oakland Unified · Grades 6-8
On the spring 2026 state tests, 19% of Urban Promise Academy Middle School students met or exceeded California's reading (ELA) standard and 10% met the math standard. In reading, that is 15 points below the Oakland Unified average (34%) and 30 points below the California average (49%). Its reading result is higher than 5% of Bay Area middle schools, and it ranks 8th of 13 public middle schools in Oakland. Reading results in 2026 were 3 points lower than 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) | 22% | 21% | 19% | −3 pts |
| Math | 10% | 8% | 10% | 0 pts |
Compared with nearby averages
| Spring 2026 | Reading (ELA) | Math |
|---|---|---|
| Urban Promise Academy Middle School | 19% | 10% |
| Oakland Unified | 34% | 28% |
| Alameda County | 56% | 49% |
| California | 49% | 38% |
Results by grade, spring 2026
| Grade | Reading (ELA) | Math |
|---|---|---|
| 6th grade | 13% | 9% |
| 7th grade | 21% | 7% |
| 8th grade | 24% | 14% |
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 Urban Promise Academy Middle School
The typical home value in ZIP code 94601, where Urban Promise Academy Middle School is located, is $553K, down 1.3% over the past year (Zillow Home Value Index). Prices inside the school's attendance zone can differ.
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Nearby middle schools
| Distance | School | Reading (ELA) | Math | Typical home value (ZIP) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 0.4 mi | Epic CharterOakland · Grades 6-8 | n/a | n/a | $553K |
| 0.5 mi | United for Success Academy MiddleOakland · Grades 6-8 | 17% | 5% | $553K |
| 0.9 mi | Downtown Charter Academy CharterOakland · Grades 6-8 | 80% | 77% | $594K |
| 0.9 mi | Roosevelt MiddleOakland · Grades 6-8 | 26% | 20% | $594K |
| 1.5 mi | Edna Brewer MiddleOakland · Grades 6-8 | 58% | 46% | $1.20M |
| 1.6 mi | Bret Harte MiddleOakland · Grades 6-9 | 21% | 16% | $1.01M |
School details
- Address
- 3031 East 18th Street, Oakland, CA 94601
Get directions · See it on our map - Phone
- (510) 879-5236
- District
- Oakland Unified
- County
- Alameda County
- Grades
- 6-8
- Students
- 397 (2025-26)
- Type
- Middle school · Traditional
- Opened
- 2001
- Website
- www.ousd.org/upa
- State school code
- 01612596118657
Common questions
How did Urban Promise Academy Middle School do on state tests?
In spring 2026, 19% of students met or exceeded the reading (ELA) standard and 10% met the math standard, compared with 49% and 38% across California.
How many students attend Urban Promise Academy Middle School?
397 students were enrolled in the 2025-26 school year, in grades 6-8.
How much do homes cost near Urban Promise Academy Middle School?
The typical home value in ZIP code 94601, where Urban Promise Academy Middle School is located, is $553K, down 1.3% over the past year (Zillow Home Value Index). Prices inside the school's attendance zone can differ.
Does living near Urban Promise Academy Middle School 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.