Serving 481 students in grades Kindergarten-12, Independent Study Sojourner Truth 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 10-14% (which is lower than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 23% (which is lower than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 75% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is lower than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Alternative school
- Grades: Kindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 481 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 75%
- Graduation Rate: 45-49% (Btm 50% in CA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 23% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Independent Study Sojourner Truth ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Student Attention
School Overview
Independent Study Sojourner Truth's student population of 481 students has grown by 227% over five school years.
The teacher population of 36 teachers has grown by 176% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-12
Total Students
481 students
Total Classroom Teachers
36 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Independent Study Sojourner Truth 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 Independent Study Sojourner Truth is 0.77, which is more 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
#8414 out of 9523 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
23%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
21:1
Asian
6%
12%
Hispanic
29%
56%
Black
28%
5%
White
25%
20%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
11%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
45-49%
87%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)100%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
92%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Independent Study Sojourner Truth's ranking?
Independent Study Sojourner Truth is ranked #8414 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?
10-14% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 23% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Independent Study Sojourner Truth?
The graduation rate of Independent Study Sojourner Truth is 45-49%, which is lower than the California state average of 87%.
How many students attend Independent Study Sojourner Truth?
481 students attend Independent Study Sojourner Truth.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
29% of Independent Study Sojourner Truth students are Hispanic, 28% of students are Black, 25% of students are White, 11% of students are Two or more races, 6% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Independent Study Sojourner Truth?
Independent Study Sojourner Truth has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Independent Study Sojourner Truth offer ?
Independent Study Sojourner Truth offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-12
What school district is Independent Study Sojourner Truth part of?
Independent Study Sojourner Truth is part of Oakland Unified School District.
In what neighborhood is Independent Study Sojourner Truth located?
Independent Study Sojourner Truth is located in the Oak Knoll Golf Links neighborhood of Oakland, CA. There are 3 other public schools located in Oak Knoll Golf Links.
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