These are some of the top-rated public schools in Oakland based on a variety of measures. Find out more about ӣƵ ratings.
Districts
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Los Angeles Unified School District
427,795 students | LOS ANGELES, CA
Grades PK-12 & Ungraded | 1012 schools -
Oakland Unified School District
34,149 students | OAKLAND, CA
Grades K-12 & Ungraded | 123 schools -
Lodi Unified School District
27,323 students | LODI, CA
Grades K-12 & Ungraded | 55 schools -
Alameda Unified School District
8,830 students | ALAMEDA, CA
Grades TK-12 | 20 schools -
Alameda County Office of Education
264 students | HAYWARD, CA
Grades PK, K-12 | 15 schools
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Reviews From Schools in Oakland
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Current student
September 13, 2025
I go to Bret Harte and it's really fun. The teachers care about the students, they actually have common sense, and we're very CONNECTED and EMPOWERED by them. The electives and clubs you can join are... More
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Bret Harte Middle School
Teacher
September 09, 2025
I am a former teacher at Arise H.S. I will keep this fairly brief and to the point- this school will not prepare your son or daughter for college. The administration is inflating grades and passing... More
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Arise High School
Parent / Guardian
August 29, 2025
This school is amazing. We transferred in and were welcomed with open arms by every single person we met. The principal, teachers and all the staff are loving, helpful and kind. If you are looking for... More
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Prescott Elementary