LIFE Academy vs Urban Promise Academy Middle
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in California, United States, 740 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
Urban Promise Academy Middle
Oakland · Public middle · Grades 6–8
392 students
| Measure | LIFE Academy Oakland, California | Urban Promise Academy Middle Oakland, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 17 Lower 50% | 16 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #1200 of 1,343 | #1092 of 1,334 |
| National rank | #15782 of 16,910 | #14444 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 6–12 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 436 | 392 |
| Enrollment | 436 | 392 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 98.2% | 98% |
| Students per teacher | 15.0 | 17.8 |
| Reading proficiency | 28% | 32% |
| Math proficiency | 13% | 21% |
| city | Oakland | Oakland |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Both schools have almost identical Success Index (US) scores (16.9 vs 16.0).
- •Urban Promise Academy Middle does better on math proficiency (21% vs 13%).
- •Urban Promise Academy Middle does better on reading proficiency (32% vs 28%).
- •Urban Promise Academy Middle does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (98% vs 98.2%).
- •LIFE Academy does better on students per teacher (15.0 vs 17.8).
- •LIFE Academy is the larger school with 436 students compared with 392.
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 Urban Promise Academy Middle?
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 LIFE Academy and Urban Promise Academy Middle?
About 740 m in a straight line, between Oakland and Oakland in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
LIFE Academy: 436. Urban Promise Academy Middle: 392. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do LIFE Academy and Urban Promise Academy Middle rank in California?
LIFE Academy is 1200th of 1,343 and Urban Promise Academy Middle is 1092nd of 1,334 among high schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).