The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math was <50% (which was lower than the California state average of 56%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts was <50% (which was lower than the California state average of 54%).
School Overview
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-12
Total Students (12-13)
15 students
Total Classroom Teachers (12-13)
2 teachers
School Rankings
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(09-10)<50%
56%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(09-10)<50%
54%
Student-Teacher Ratio
n/a
21:1
American Indian
(12-13)n/a
1%
Asian
(12-13)n/a
11%
Hispanic
(12-13)7%
53%
Black
(12-13)93%
6%
White
(12-13)n/a
25%
Hawaiian
(12-13)n/a
1%
Two or more races
(12-13)n/a
3%
Eligible for Free Lunch (12-13)
73%
48%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (12-13)
7%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
<50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 56% CA state average), while <50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 54% CA state average).
How many students attend Hillside Academy?
15 students attend Hillside Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
93% of Hillside Academy students are Black, and 7% of students are Hispanic.
What grades does Hillside Academy offer ?
Hillside Academy offers enrollment in grades 6-12
What school district is Hillside Academy part of?
Hillside Academy is part of Oakland Unified School District.
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