Overview
Making Waves Academy is a public charter school in Richmond, CA, offering AP courses, 16 sports, and a Gifted & Talented program. It is one of 12 schools in Contra Costa County Office Of Education School District.
This school supports strong academic outcomes for all students.
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School Rating
Making Waves Academy is performing above average compared to public and charter schools in California with the same grade levels.
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Courses & Programs
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About the School
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Neighborhood
4123 Lakeside Drive
Richmond, CA 94806
School leader: Alton Nelson
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