Alameda Community Learning Center, formerly known as Arthur Andersen Community Learning Center, is a 6th–12th grade public charter school located in Alameda, California, United States. It currently shares a campus with its sister school, Nea Community Learning Center.
Serving 389 students in grades 6-12, Alameda Community Learning Center ranks in the top 30% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 40% (which is higher than the California state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 61% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 22:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 79% of the student body (majority Asian and Hispanic), which is lower than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: 6-12
- Enrollment: 389 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 22:1
- Minority Enrollment: 79%
- Graduation Rate: 80-89% (Btm 50% in CA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: 40% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 61% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Alameda Community Learning Center ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Alameda Community Learning Center's student population of 389 students has grown by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 18 teachers has grown by 28% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-12
Total Students
389 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
18 teachers
Year Founded
1992
School Rankings
Alameda Community Learning Center ranks within the top 30% of all 9,602 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Alameda Community Learning Center is 0.78, 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
#2416 out of 9602 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
61%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
22:1
21:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
33%
12%
Hispanic
20%
56%
Black
13%
5%
White
21%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
12%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
80-89%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
36%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
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 Alameda Community Learning Center's ranking?
Alameda Community Learning Center is ranked #2416 out of 9,602 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in California.
What schools are Alameda Community Learning Center often compared to?
Alameda Community Learning Centeris often viewed alongside schools like Encinal Junior/senior High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CA state average), while 61% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Alameda Community Learning Center?
The graduation rate of Alameda Community Learning Center is 80-89%, which is lower than the California state average of 87%.
How many students attend Alameda Community Learning Center?
389 students attend Alameda Community Learning Center.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
33% of Alameda Community Learning Center students are Asian, 21% of students are White, 20% of students are Hispanic, 13% of students are Black, 12% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Alameda Community Learning Center?
Alameda Community Learning Center has a student ration of 22:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Alameda Community Learning Center offer ?
Alameda Community Learning Center offers enrollment in grades 6-12
What school district is Alameda Community Learning Center part of?
Alameda Community Learning Center is part of Alameda Community Learning Center School District.
In what neighborhood is Alameda Community Learning Center located?
Alameda Community Learning Center is located in the West Alameda neighborhood of Alameda, CA. There are 8 other public schools located in West Alameda.
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