Overview

Alternatives in Action is an alternative school in Oakland, CA. It is one of 7 high schools in Alameda Unified School District.

School Rating

Alternatives in Action is performing below average compared to public and charter schools in California with the same grade levels.
2/10
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ACADEMICS

College Prep

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ACADEMICS

Test Scores

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Students With Disabilities

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STUDENT LIFE

Student Demographics

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About the School


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Neighborhood

6221 East 17th Street
Oakland, CA 94621
School leader: Patricia Murillo
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    Public charter; 9-12
  • NA
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  • 4 /10
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  • 3 /10
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  • 2 /10
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  • 3 /10
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  • 2 /10
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  • NA
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    Private; K-8
  • NA
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  • 10 /10
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  • 10 /10
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  • 10 /10
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  • 10 /10
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  • 10 /10
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  • 10 /10
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  • 10 /10
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  • 10 /10
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  • 10 /10
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  • 10 /10
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