Independent Study Sojourner Truth
690 Students
Other K - 12th
School Overview
Sojourner Truth Independent Study is a specialized educational program within the Oakland Unified School District designed for students who thrive in an alternative learning environment outside of the traditional classroom setting. The school provides a flexible, personalized approach to education, allowing students to complete their coursework through independent study contracts while receiving guidance and support from credentialed teachers. It is specifically structured to serve students who may require a non-traditional schedule due to personal, professional, or academic reasons, offering a pathway to graduation that emphasizes self-discipline and individualized pacing.
Located on Fontaine Street in Oakland, the program operates with a focus on meeting district academic standards while fostering student autonomy. By moving away from the conventional daily classroom structure, Sojourner Truth creates a collaborative partnership between students, families, and staff. This model is particularly well-suited for students who seek a more focused, independent academic experience, providing them with the necessary resources and oversight to succeed in completing their high school requirements at their own pace.
Located on Fontaine Street in Oakland, the program operates with a focus on meeting district academic standards while fostering student autonomy. By moving away from the conventional daily classroom structure, Sojourner Truth creates a collaborative partnership between students, families, and staff. This model is particularly well-suited for students who seek a more focused, independent academic experience, providing them with the necessary resources and oversight to succeed in completing their high school requirements at their own pace.
690
Total Students
52.6
Full-Time Teachers
13.1
Student/Teacher Ratio
67.8%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics
Student Demographics Data Table
| Demographic | Student Count |
|---|---|
| White | 55 |
| Hispanic | 217 |
| Black | 250 |
| Asian | 60 |
| Two or More | 90 |
| American Indian | 4 |
| Pacific Islander | 11 |
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Black250 (36.4 %)
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Hispanic217 (31.6 %)
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Two or More90 (13.1 %)
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Asian60 (8.7 %)
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White55 (8.0 %)
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Pacific Islander11 (1.6 %)
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American Indian4 (0.6 %)
School Location
School Details
| Status: | Open |
|---|---|
| School Level: | Other |
| School Type: | Alternative School |
| Charter Status:* | Public Non-Charter |
| Virtual Instruction: | No virtual instruction |
| Shared Time Status: | N/A |
| District: | Oakland Unified |
| Phone: | (510)879-5330 |
| Website: | http://www.ousd.org/sojournertruth |
| Grade Range: | K - 12th |
| Total Students: | 690 |
| Full-Time Teachers (FTE): | 52.6 |
| Pupil/Teacher Ratio: | 13.1 |
| NSLP Participation:1 | N/A |
| Qualified Free Lunch: | 441 |
| Qualified Reduced Lunch: | 27 |
Grades Taught
Kindergarten
21
Grade 1
37
Grade 2
31
Grade 3
52
Grade 4
44
Grade 5
38
Grade 6
52
Grade 7
63
Grade 8
58
Grade 9
37
Grade 10
76
Grade 11
84
Grade 12
97
Grades Taught Data Table
| Grade | Student Count |
|---|---|
| Kindergarten | 21 |
| Grade 1 | 37 |
| Grade 2 | 31 |
| Grade 3 | 52 |
| Grade 4 | 44 |
| Grade 5 | 38 |
| Grade 6 | 52 |
| Grade 7 | 63 |
| Grade 8 | 58 |
| Grade 9 | 37 |
| Grade 10 | 76 |
| Grade 11 | 84 |
| Grade 12 | 97 |
Gender Ratio
Student Gender Ratio Data Table
| Gender | Student Count | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Female | 384 | 55.7% |
| Male | 303 | 43.9% |
| Not Specified | 3 | 0.4% |
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