LIFE Academy vs United for Success Academy Middle
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in California, United States, 0 m apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
LIFE Academy
Oakland · Public high · Grades 6–12
436 students
United for Success Academy Middle
Oakland · Public middle · Grades 6–8
347 students
| Measure | LIFE Academy Oakland, California | United for Success Academy Middle Oakland, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 17 Lower 50% | 10 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #1200 of 1,343 | #1268 of 1,334 |
| National rank | #15782 of 16,910 | #15122 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 6–12 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 436 | 347 |
| Enrollment | 436 | 347 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 98.2% | 98.6% |
| Students per teacher | 15.0 | 16.5 |
| Reading proficiency | 28% | 16% |
| Math proficiency | 13% | 12% |
| city | Oakland | Oakland |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •LIFE Academy scores higher on the Success Index (US) (16.9 vs 9.7).
- •LIFE Academy does better on math proficiency (13% vs 12%).
- •LIFE Academy does better on reading proficiency (28% vs 16%).
- •LIFE Academy does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (98.2% vs 98.6%).
- •LIFE Academy does better on students per teacher (15.0 vs 16.5).
- •LIFE Academy is the larger school with 436 students compared with 347.
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 LIFE Academy better than United for Success Academy Middle?
On the Success Index (US), LIFE Academy ranks higher (16.9 vs 9.7 out of 100). The index is built from published results and context data, not from teaching quality or fit, so visit both schools before deciding.
How far apart are LIFE Academy and United for Success Academy Middle?
About 0 m in a straight line, between Oakland and Oakland in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
LIFE Academy: 436. United for Success Academy Middle: 347. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do LIFE Academy and United for Success Academy Middle rank in California?
LIFE Academy is 1200th of 1,343 and United for Success Academy Middle is 1268th of 1,334 among high schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).