Laney College is a public community college in Oakland, California. Laney is the largest of the four colleges of the Peralta Community College District which serves northern Alameda County. Laney College is named after Joseph Clarence Laney.
Serving 98 students in grades 9-12, Gateway To College High At Laney College ranks in the top 50% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is <50% (which is higher than the California state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is <50% (which is lower than the California state average of 51%).
Minority enrollment is 91% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- School Type: Alternative school
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 98 students
- Minority Enrollment: 91%
- Graduation Rate: 40-59% (Btm 50% in CA)
- Math Proficiency: <50% (Top 1%)
- Reading Proficiency: <50% (Top 1%)
- Science Proficiency: <50% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Gateway To College High At Laney College ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
Diversity
Community Size
School Overview
Gateway To College High At Laney College's student population of 98 students has grown by 25% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
98 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers (09-10)
2 teachers
Year Founded
1905
School Calendar
Last Day of School
Mon. May 25, 2026
School Motto
Every Student Thrives!
School Rankings
The diversity score of Gateway To College High At Laney College is 0.72, 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.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)<50%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)<50%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
n/a
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
9%
12%
Hispanic
44%
56%
Black
26%
5%
White
9%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
12%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
40-59%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
74%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
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 schools are Gateway To College High At Laney College often compared to?
Gateway To College High At Laney Collegeis often viewed alongside schools like Alameda High School, Metwest High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
<50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% CA state average), while <50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% CA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Gateway To College High At Laney College?
The graduation rate of Gateway To College High At Laney College is 40-59%, which is lower than the California state average of 87%.
How many students attend Gateway To College High At Laney College?
98 students attend Gateway To College High At Laney College.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
44% of Gateway To College High At Laney College students are Hispanic, 26% of students are Black, 12% of students are Two or more races, 9% of students are Asian, and 9% of students are White.
What grades does Gateway To College High At Laney College offer ?
Gateway To College High At Laney College offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Gateway To College High At Laney College part of?
Gateway To College High At Laney College is part of Oakland Unified School District.
In what neighborhood is Gateway To College High At Laney College located?
Gateway To College High At Laney College is located in the Downtown Oakland neighborhood of Oakland, CA. There are 5 other public schools located in Downtown Oakland.
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