Serving 283 students in grades 9-12, Opportunity Youth Academy ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is ≤5% (which is lower than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 20-29% (which is lower than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 35:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 93% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 283 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 35:1
- Minority Enrollment: 93%
- Graduation Rate: 20-24% (Btm 50% in CA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: ≤5% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 20-29% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: <50% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Opportunity Youth Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Opportunity Youth Academy's student population of 283 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 8 teachers has declined by 20% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
283 students
Total Classroom Teachers
8 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Opportunity Youth Academy ranks within the bottom 50% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Opportunity Youth Academy is 0.26, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.63. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#8836 out of 9523 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤5%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
35:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
2%
12%
Hispanic
86%
56%
Black
4%
5%
White
7%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
20-24%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
64%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Santa Clara County Office Of Education School District
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Opportunity Youth Academy's ranking?
Opportunity Youth Academy is ranked #8836 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in California.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
≤5% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 20-29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Opportunity Youth Academy?
The graduation rate of Opportunity Youth Academy is 20-24%, which is lower than the California state average of 87%.
How many students attend Opportunity Youth Academy?
283 students attend Opportunity Youth Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
86% of Opportunity Youth Academy students are Hispanic, 7% of students are White, 4% of students are Black, 2% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Opportunity Youth Academy?
Opportunity Youth Academy has a student ration of 35:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Opportunity Youth Academy offer ?
Opportunity Youth Academy offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Opportunity Youth Academy part of?
Opportunity Youth Academy is part of Santa Clara County Office Of Education School District.
In what neighborhood is Opportunity Youth Academy located?
Opportunity Youth Academy is located in the Berryessa neighborhood of San Jose, CA. There are 9 other public schools located in Berryessa.
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