Serving 685 students in grades 9-12, Aspire Benjamin Holt College Preparatory Academy ranks in the top 20% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 45-49% (which is higher than the California state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 75-79% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 29:1 is higher than the California state level of 22:1.
Minority enrollment is 89% 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: 9-12
- Enrollment: 685 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 29:1
- Minority Enrollment: 89%
- Graduation Rate: ≥95% (Top 20% in CA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Aspire Benjamin Holt College Preparatory Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Graduation Rate
Diversity
School Overview
Aspire Benjamin Holt College Preparatory Academy's student population of 685 students has grown by 48% over five school years.
The teacher population of 24 teachers has grown by 100% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
685 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
24 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Aspire Benjamin Holt College Preparatory Academy ranks within the top 20% of all 9,602 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Aspire Benjamin Holt College Preparatory Academy is 0.67, which is more 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
#1400 out of 9602 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
29:1
22:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
27%
12%
Hispanic
49%
55%
Black
6%
5%
White
11%
21%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
6%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥95%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
42%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Aspire Benjamin Holt College Preparatory Academy's ranking?
Aspire Benjamin Holt College Preparatory Academy is ranked #1400 out of 9,602 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in California.
What schools are Aspire Benjamin Holt College Preparatory Academy often compared to?
Aspire Benjamin Holt College Preparatory Academyis often viewed alongside schools like Stockton Early College Academy by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
45-49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CA state average), while 75-79% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Aspire Benjamin Holt College Preparatory Academy?
The graduation rate of Aspire Benjamin Holt College Preparatory Academy is 95%, which is higher than the California state average of 87%.
How many students attend Aspire Benjamin Holt College Preparatory Academy?
685 students attend Aspire Benjamin Holt College Preparatory Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
49% of Aspire Benjamin Holt College Preparatory Academy students are Hispanic, 27% of students are Asian, 11% of students are White, 6% of students are Black, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Aspire Benjamin Holt College Preparatory Academy?
Aspire Benjamin Holt College Preparatory Academy has a student ration of 29:1, which is higher than the California state average of 22:1.
What grades does Aspire Benjamin Holt College Preparatory Academy offer ?
Aspire Benjamin Holt College Preparatory Academy offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Aspire Benjamin Holt College Preparatory Academy part of?
Aspire Benjamin Holt College Preparatory Academy is part of Aspire Benjamin Holt College Preparatory Academy School District.
In what neighborhood is Aspire Benjamin Holt College Preparatory Academy located?
Aspire Benjamin Holt College Preparatory Academy is located in the Valley Oak neighborhood of Oakland, CA. There are 2 other public schools located in Valley Oak.
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