Serving 82 students in grades 9-12, Ralph J. Bunche Continuation High School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math was <50% (which was higher than the California state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts was <50% (which was higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 was lower than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment was 98% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which was higher than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Top Rankings
Ralph J. Bunche Continuation High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
82 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
5 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Overall Testing Rank
#2611 out of 9602 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
4%
12%
Hispanic
45%
56%
Black
42%
5%
White
2%
20%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
6%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
70-79%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
96%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
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 Ralph J. Bunche Continuation High School's ranking?
Ralph J. Bunche Continuation High School is ranked #2611 out of 9,602 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in California.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
<50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CA state average), while <50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Ralph J. Bunche Continuation High School?
The graduation rate of Ralph J. Bunche Continuation High School is 70-79%, which is lower than the California state average of 87%.
How many students attend Ralph J. Bunche Continuation High School?
82 students attend Ralph J. Bunche Continuation High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
45% of Ralph J. Bunche Continuation High School students are Hispanic, 42% of students are Black, 6% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Asian, 2% of students are White, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Ralph J. Bunche Continuation High School?
Ralph J. Bunche Continuation High School has a student ration of 16:1, which is lower than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Ralph J. Bunche Continuation High School offer ?
Ralph J. Bunche Continuation High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Ralph J. Bunche Continuation High School part of?
Ralph J. Bunche Continuation High School is part of Oakland Unified School District.
In what neighborhood is Ralph J. Bunche Continuation High School located?
Ralph J. Bunche Continuation High School is located in the West Oakland neighborhood of Oakland, CA. There are 3 other public schools located in West Oakland.
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