Yu Ming Charter
Elementary school in Oakland, CA · Alameda County Office of Education · Grades K-8 · Charter
On the spring 2026 state tests, 80% of Yu Ming Charter students met or exceeded California's reading (ELA) standard and 83% met the math standard. In reading, that is 31 points above the California average (49%). Its reading result is higher than 90% of Bay Area elementary schools, and it ranks 1st of 61 public elementary schools in Oakland. Reading results in 2026 were 6 points lower than in 2024, and math results were 8 points lower than in 2024.
Test scores, 2024 to 2026
| Subject | Spring 2024 | Spring 2025 | Spring 2026 | Change |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Reading (ELA) | 86% | 84% | 80% | −6 pts |
| Math | 91% | 88% | 83% | −8 pts |
Compared with nearby averages
| Spring 2026 | Reading (ELA) | Math |
|---|---|---|
| Yu Ming Charter | 80% | 83% |
| Alameda County | 56% | 49% |
| California | 49% | 38% |
Results by grade, spring 2026
| Grade | Reading (ELA) | Math |
|---|---|---|
| 3rd grade | 74% | 83% |
| 4th grade | 78% | 83% |
| 5th grade | 72% | 61% |
| 6th grade | 80% | 85% |
| 7th grade | 95% | 90% |
| 8th grade | 97% | 97% |
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 Yu Ming Charter
The typical home value in ZIP code 94607, where Yu Ming Charter is located, is $514K, down 3.6% 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 elementary schools
| Distance | School | Reading (ELA) | Math | Typical home value (ZIP) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 0.5 mi | Hoover ElementaryOakland · Grades K-5 | 14% | 16% | $604K |
| 0.6 mi | KIPP Bridge Academy CharterOakland · Grades K-8 | 32% | 26% | $514K |
| 0.6 mi | Harriet Tubman CDCOakland · Grades P-K | n/a | n/a | $604K |
| 0.9 mi | Martin Luther King, Jr. ElementaryOakland · Grades K-5 | 4% | 5% | $514K |
| 1.1 mi | Prescott ElementaryOakland · Grades K-5 | 18% | 11% | $514K |
| 1.2 mi | Anna Yates ElementaryEmeryville · Grades K-8 | 33% | 28% | $604K |
School details
- Address
- 2501 Chestnut Street, Oakland, CA 94607
Get directions · See it on our map - Phone
- (510) 452-2063
- County
- Alameda County
- Grades
- K-8
- Students
- 1,059 (2025-26)
- Type
- Elementary school · Traditional · Charter
- Opened
- 2011
- Website
- www.yumingschool.org
- State school code
- 01100170124172
Common questions
How did Yu Ming Charter do on state tests?
In spring 2026, 80% of students met or exceeded the reading (ELA) standard and 83% met the math standard, compared with 49% and 38% across California.
How many students attend Yu Ming Charter?
1,059 students were enrolled in the 2025-26 school year, in grades K-8.
How much do homes cost near Yu Ming Charter?
The typical home value in ZIP code 94607, where Yu Ming Charter is located, is $514K, down 3.6% over the past year (Zillow Home Value Index). Prices inside the school's attendance zone can differ.
Does living near Yu Ming Charter guarantee a spot?
No. As a charter school it usually admits by application or lottery rather than by address.