LAZEAR CHARTER ACADEMY

Lazear Charter Academy is a Title I public charter elementary school that is part of the Alameda County Office of Education school district, located in Oakland, CA with about 463 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 22 teachers, Lazear Charter Academy has a student/teacher ratio of about 21:1. 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.

Lazear Charter Academy is a public K-8 school located in the Fruitvale district of Oakland, California. As part of the Education for Change Public Schools (EFC) network, the academy is committed to providing a rigorous, college-preparatory education to a predominantly underserved student population. The school emphasizes a data-driven approach to instruction and prides itself on fostering a supportive community culture that focuses on both academic achievement and the development of the "whole child."

By integrating core academic subjects with social-emotional learning, Lazear Charter Academy aims to bridge the achievement gap for students in the Oakland community. The school utilizes a personalized learning model, allowing teachers to tailor instruction to meet individual student needs. Through its affiliation with the broader EFC network, the school benefits from collaborative professional development and community resources, all working toward the goal of ensuring that every student is prepared for success in high school, college, and beyond.

For more information, contact Lazear Charter Academy at (510) 689-2018 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.