Schools in 94602 — Oakland, California
94602 has 4 ranked schools averaging a Scope Score of 36.4 — 7.4 points below the California state average of 43.8. Scores range from 16.3 to 58.6, a 42.4-point spread.
How 94602 schools perform
The top-ranked school is Sequoia Elementary with a Scope Score of 59 and 39.7% of students exceeding standard.
High-ceiling zip code: Schools here average 20.2% exceeding standard — well above the statewide average of 21.6%. These schools aren't just meeting proficiency; they're pushing students beyond it.
Chronic absenteeism across 94602 averages 25.8%, below the state average of 18.1%. This elevated rate may indicate systemic attendance challenges in the area.
How 94602 compares to nearby zip codes
School archetypes in 94602
Hidden gems: 2 schools in 94602 are classified as On the Rise (2) — showing positive growth trajectories that raw proficiency scores alone don't capture. These are schools where students leave with more than they arrived with.
Archetypes are data-driven labels based on Scope Score dimensions. Learn more
All schools in 94602
| # | School | Exceeded | Score |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Sequoia Elementary Oakland Unified Building Momentum | 39.7% | Solid 59/100 |
| 2 | Glenview Elementary Oakland Unified Culture First | 33.6% | Developing 49/100 |
| 3 | Bret Harte Middle Oakland Unified On the Rise | 5.5% | Needs Support 22/100 |
| 4 | Fruitvale Elementary Oakland Unified On the Rise | 2.0% | Needs Support 16/100 |
Schools in 94602 on the map
Data source: California Department of Education · CAASPP 2024-25 · Methodology
Scores are SchoolScope's analysis of public data, not official CDE ratings. They represent one way of interpreting test results and should not be the sole basis for school decisions.
What Scope Scores can't tell you about 94602
- Class sizes and student-teacher interaction quality
- Quality of arts, music, athletics, and enrichment programs
- Teacher experience, turnover, and professional development
- Campus safety, bullying climate, and social-emotional support
- Parent and community engagement levels
- Quality of special education and gifted programs
- How school zones and enrollment boundaries affect access
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