Community School for Creative Education District

The Community School for Creative Education District in Oakland, California, is a unique single-school district serving 183 students from kindergarten through 8th grade at the Community School for Creative Education.

This charter school serves a high-needs population, with nearly 90% of students qualifying for free or reduced-price lunch, and it operates with a very high per-student spending level of over $27,000. Despite this significant investment, the school faces considerable academic challenges, with proficiency rates in English, math, and science all substantially below state averages. A major concern is the chronic absenteeism rate of 44.3%, which is more than double the state average and likely a key factor affecting student learning.

Academic performance varies widely between grades, with 8th graders showing the strongest results in English Language Arts, while 6th graders had a 0% proficiency rate in the same subject. The school's statewide ranking has declined over the past three years, and it maintains a high student-teacher ratio of 28-to-1. These factors combined suggest the school community is working through significant challenges that impact student outcomes.