NORTH OAKLAND COMMUNITY CHARTER

North Oakland Community Charter is a Title I public charter elementary school that is part of the Oakland Unified school district, located in Oakland, CA with about 226 students offering grade levels from Kindergarten to 8th Grade. A Title I school provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families. Its purpose is to provide all children significant opportunity to receive a fair, equitable, and high-quality education. With about 11 teachers, North Oakland Community Charter has a student/teacher ratio of about 20:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.

North Oakland Community Charter School (NOCCS) is a tuition-free, K-8 public charter school that emphasizes a project-based, constructivist approach to learning. Located in the Temescal neighborhood of Oakland, the school is centered on the philosophy that children learn best when they are actively engaged in their education through hands-on inquiry, collaboration, and real-world experiences. By focusing on critical thinking and interdisciplinary studies, NOCCS aims to foster a deep sense of academic curiosity and personal responsibility within a small, supportive community environment.

Beyond its academic curriculum, NOCCS places a strong emphasis on social-emotional learning and community involvement. The school actively encourages parental participation and views the relationship between families, students, and educators as a vital partnership. With a commitment to inclusivity and small class sizes, the school seeks to cultivate a "neighborhood" feel where students are empowered to become lifelong learners who contribute positively to the diverse community of Oakland.

For more information, contact North Oakland Community Charter at (510) 655-0540 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.