LIGHTHOUSE COMMUNITY CHARTER HIGH SCHOOL

Lighthouse Community Charter High is a Title I public charter high school that is part of the Oakland Unified school district, located in Oakland, CA with about 260 students offering grade levels from 9th Grade to 12th 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 14 teachers, Lighthouse Community Charter High has a student/teacher ratio of about 18:1. 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.

Lighthouse Community Charter High (LCCH), located on Hegenberger Road in Oakland, is part of a K-12 public charter school network dedicated to fostering academic excellence and social responsibility. The school is known for its "College for Certain" philosophy, which aims to prepare students—many of whom will be the first in their families to attend college—for success in higher education and beyond. By emphasizing a rigorous, inquiry-based curriculum, LCCH seeks to equip its students with the critical thinking skills and agency necessary to navigate and improve their communities.

Central to the school's culture is a strong commitment to personalized learning and restorative justice practices. The school integrates social-emotional learning into the daily experience, creating a supportive environment where students are encouraged to develop their voices and take ownership of their education. Through a combination of project-based learning, mentorship, and a focus on equity, Lighthouse Community Charter High strives to bridge the opportunity gap in Oakland, ensuring that all students, regardless of their background, have access to a high-quality education that prepares them for long-term professional and personal success.

For more information, contact Lighthouse Community Charter High at (510) 562-8225 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.