Serving 368 students in grades 9-12, Aims College Prep High School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 35-39% (which is higher than the California state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-44% (which is lower than the California state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 26:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 95% of the student body (majority Black and Asian), which is higher than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic and Asian).
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 368 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 26:1
- Minority Enrollment: 95%
- Graduation Rate: ≥95% (Top 20% in CA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Aims College Prep High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Graduation Rate
Diversity
School Overview
Aims College Prep High School's student population of 368 students has declined by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 14 teachers has declined by 12% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
368 students

Gender %

Total Classroom Teachers
14 teachers

Students by Grade

School Calendar
School Rankings
Aims College Prep High School ranks within the top 50% of all 9,602 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Aims College Prep High School is 0.70, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.63. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#3962 out of 9602 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)

Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
33%

Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
47%

Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
29%

Student : Teacher Ratio
26:1
21:1

American Indian
n/a
1%

Asian
30%
12%

Hispanic
20%
56%

Black
41%
5%

White
5%
20%

Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
6%

All Ethnic Groups



Graduation Rate
≥95%
87%

Eligible for Free Lunch
69%
54%

Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
8%

School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Aims College Prep High School's ranking?
Aims College Prep High School is ranked #3962 out of 9,602 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in California.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CA state average), while 40-44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Aims College Prep High School?
The graduation rate of Aims College Prep High School is 95%, which is higher than the California state average of 87%.
How many students attend Aims College Prep High School?
368 students attend Aims College Prep High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
41% of Aims College Prep High School students are Black, 30% of students are Asian, 20% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are White, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Aims College Prep High School?
Aims College Prep High School has a student ration of 26:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Aims College Prep High School offer ?
Aims College Prep High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Aims College Prep High School part of?
Aims College Prep High School is part of Aims College Prep High School District.
In what neighborhood is Aims College Prep High School located?
Aims College Prep High School is located in the Grand Lake neighborhood of Oakland, CA.
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