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School Profile: Making Waves Academy

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SchoolMaking Waves Academy
District Contra Costa County Office of Education (District Profile)
County Contra Costa
Address 4123 Lakeside Dr.
Richmond 94806-1942
Phone (510) 262-1511
Web site* http://www.makingwavesacademy.org External link opens in a new window or tab.


CDS Code 07 10074 0114470
School TypeK-12 Schools (Public)
Charter SchoolYes
Principal/AdministratorAlton B. Nelson Jr., Chief Executive Officer

Data for School Year 2025-26

Enrollment 1,006
English Language Learners 215 (21.4 %)

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