Summary:
There is one middle school, Westlake Middle, serving grades 6-8 in the 94612 zip code of Oakland, which is part of the Oakland Unified school district.
Westlake Middle faces significant academic challenges, with its students' proficiency in English, math, and science falling well below both the district and state averages. For example, only about 16% of students are proficient in English and 9% in math, compared to roughly 49% and 37% statewide. The school has consistently ranked in the bottom 6% of all California middle schools for the last three years, indicating these are persistent issues rather than a single-year concern.
A major factor likely impacting learning is the school's very high chronic absenteeism rate of 37.2%, meaning many students miss a substantial amount of school. The student population also experiences significant economic need, with over 90% qualifying for free or reduced-price lunch. It is important to note that the school has a lower student-teacher ratio and higher per-student spending than many schools, suggesting resources are being directed to address these complex challenges.
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