Serving 573 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 12% (which is lower than the California state average of 33%). 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 17:1 is lower than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 81% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Alternative school
- Grades: Kindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 573 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 81%
- Graduation Rate: 55-59% (Btm 50% in CA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 12% (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 573 students has grown by 245% over five school years.
The teacher population of 33 teachers has grown by 153% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-12
Total Students
573 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
33 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Independent Study Sojourner Truth ranks within the bottom 50% of all 9,602 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Independent Study Sojourner Truth is 0.76, 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
#8383 out of 9602 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
12%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
23%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
21:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
7%
12%
Hispanic
29%
56%
Black
34%
5%
White
19%
20%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
9%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
55-59%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
94%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Independent Study Sojourner Truth's ranking?
Independent Study Sojourner Truth is ranked #8383 out of 9,602 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?
12% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% 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 55-59%, which is lower than the California state average of 87%.
How many students attend Independent Study Sojourner Truth?
573 students attend Independent Study Sojourner Truth.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
34% of Independent Study Sojourner Truth students are Black, 29% of students are Hispanic, 19% of students are White, 9% of students are Two or more races, 7% of students are Asian, 1% of students are American Indian, 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 17:1, 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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