Alternatives in Action vs Greenleaf
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in California, United States, 65 m apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Alternatives in Action
Oakland · Charter high · Grades 9–12
106 students
Greenleaf
Oakland · Public elementary · Grades K–8
613 students
| Measure | Alternatives in Action Oakland, California | Greenleaf Oakland, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 11 Lower 50% | 11 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #1304 of 1,343 | #5431 of 5,693 |
| National rank | #16509 of 16,910 | #49301 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Charter | Public |
| Type | High | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades K–8 |
| Students | 106 | 613 |
| Enrollment | 106 | 613 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 89.6% | 96.2% |
| Students per teacher | 26.5 | 23.6 |
| Reading proficiency | 10% | 28% |
| Math proficiency | 10% | 19% |
| city | Oakland | Oakland |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Both schools have almost identical Success Index (US) scores (11.2 vs 10.6).
- •Greenleaf does better on math proficiency (19% vs 10%).
- •Greenleaf does better on reading proficiency (28% vs 10%).
- •Alternatives in Action does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (89.6% vs 96.2%).
- •Greenleaf does better on students per teacher (23.6 vs 26.5).
- •Greenleaf is the larger school with 613 students compared with 106.
- •Alternatives in Action is a charter school while Greenleaf is a public school, so fees and admission rules differ.
The Success Index (US) summarises published results and context from official data. It does not measure teaching quality or fit. Methodology.
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Frequently asked questions
Is Alternatives in Action better than Greenleaf?
The two schools are very close on the Success Index (US). Differences in sector, size, programmes and distance from home will matter more than the score.
How far apart are Alternatives in Action and Greenleaf?
About 65 m in a straight line, between Oakland and Oakland in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Alternatives in Action: 106. Greenleaf: 613. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Alternatives in Action and Greenleaf rank in California?
Alternatives in Action is 1304th of 1,343 and Greenleaf is 5431st of 5,693 among high schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).