Serving 468 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Alpha Blanca Alvarado ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 25% (which is lower than the California state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 37% (which is lower than the California state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 25:1 is higher than the California state level of 22:1.
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 468 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 25:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 25% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 37% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Alpha Blanca Alvarado's student population of 468 students has grown by 61% over five school years.
The teacher population of 19 teachers has grown by 58% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
Total Students
468 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
19 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Alpha Blanca Alvarado ranks within the bottom 50% of all 9,602 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Alpha Blanca Alvarado is 0.19, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.64. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#5373 out of 9602 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
37%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
25:1
22:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
7%
12%
Hispanic
90%
55%
Black
n/a
5%
White
1%
21%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
67%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Alpha Blanca Alvarado's ranking?
Alpha Blanca Alvarado is ranked #5373 out of 9,602 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in California.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
25% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CA state average), while 37% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Alpha Blanca Alvarado?
468 students attend Alpha Blanca Alvarado.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
90% of Alpha Blanca Alvarado students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Asian, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are White.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Alpha Blanca Alvarado?
Alpha Blanca Alvarado has a student ration of 25:1, which is higher than the California state average of 22:1.
What grades does Alpha Blanca Alvarado offer ?
Alpha Blanca Alvarado offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8
What school district is Alpha Blanca Alvarado part of?
Alpha Blanca Alvarado is part of Alpha: Blanca Alvarado School District.
In what neighborhood is Alpha Blanca Alvarado located?
Alpha Blanca Alvarado is located in the Lanai Cunningham neighborhood of San Jose, CA. There are 1 other public schools located in Lanai Cunningham.
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