MetWest High School is a public high school in Oakland, California, United States. It is especially focused on learning through internships.
Serving 237 students in grades 9-12, Metwest High School 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 6-9% (which is lower than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-59% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 91% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 237 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 91%
- Graduation Rate: 80-84% (Top 50% in CA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-59% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 21-39% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Metwest High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Student Attention
School Overview
Metwest High School's student population of 237 students has grown by 48% over five school years.
The teacher population of 21 teachers has grown by 75% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
237 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
21 teachers
School Rankings
Metwest High School 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 Metwest High School is 0.65, 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
#5196 out of 9602 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(22-23)6-9%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
21-39%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
8%
12%
Hispanic
53%
56%
Black
24%
5%
White
9%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
(22-23)80-84%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
88%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
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 Metwest High School's ranking?
Metwest High School is ranked #5196 out of 9,602 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in California.
What schools are Metwest High School often compared to?
Metwest High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Gateway To College High At Laney College by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
6-9% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 50-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Metwest High School?
The graduation rate of Metwest High School is 80-84%, which is lower than the California state average of 87%.
How many students attend Metwest High School?
237 students attend Metwest High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
53% of Metwest High School students are Hispanic, 24% of students are Black, 9% of students are White, 8% of students are Asian, and 6% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Metwest High School?
Metwest High School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Metwest High School offer ?
Metwest High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Metwest High School part of?
Metwest High School is part of Oakland Unified School District.
In what neighborhood is Metwest High School located?
Metwest High School is located in the East Lake neighborhood of Oakland, CA. There are 3 other public schools located in East Lake.
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