BRET HARTE MIDDLE SCHOOL

Bret Harte Middle is a Title I public middle school that is part of the Oakland Unified school district, located in Oakland, CA with about 591 students offering grade levels from 6th Grade to 9th Grade. Student demographics can be found below. 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 38 teachers, Bret Harte Middle has a student/teacher ratio of about 15:1. 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.

Bret Harte Middle School, located in the Laurel District of Oakland, serves a diverse student body within the Oakland Unified School District. The school is known for its commitment to fostering an inclusive learning environment that emphasizes academic growth, social-emotional development, and community engagement. By providing a range of extracurricular activities and support services, the school aims to prepare its students for the challenges of high school and beyond, while encouraging them to take an active role in their neighborhood and the broader Oakland community.

Academically, Bret Harte focuses on a balanced curriculum that integrates core subjects with opportunities for elective exploration, such as the arts and technology. The school’s faculty emphasizes collaborative learning and equitable instruction, striving to meet the varied needs of a multicultural student population. As a hub for its local neighborhood, the school often benefits from strong parent-teacher partnerships and community involvement, which help to sustain programs that enhance the overall middle school experience for its students.

For more information, contact Bret Harte Middle at (510) 531-6400 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.