Serving 477 students in grades 6-8, Aspire Centennial College Preparatory Academy 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 17% (which is lower than the California state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 34% (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.
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 477 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 25:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 17% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 34% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Aspire Centennial College Preparatory Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Aspire Centennial College Preparatory Academy's student population of 477 students has declined by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 19 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
477 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
19 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Aspire Centennial College Preparatory Academy 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 Aspire Centennial College Preparatory Academy is 0.06, 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
#6594 out of 9602 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
17%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
34%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
25:1
22:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
12%
Hispanic
97%
55%
Black
n/a
5%
White
n/a
21%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
81%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Aspire Centennial College Preparatory Academy's ranking?
Aspire Centennial College Preparatory Academy is ranked #6594 out of 9,602 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in California.
What schools are Aspire Centennial College Preparatory Academy often compared to?
Aspire Centennial College Preparatory Academyis often viewed alongside schools like Prepa Tec - Los Angeles by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
17% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CA state average), while 34% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Aspire Centennial College Preparatory Academy?
477 students attend Aspire Centennial College Preparatory Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
97% of Aspire Centennial College Preparatory Academy students are Hispanic, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Aspire Centennial College Preparatory Academy?
Aspire Centennial College Preparatory Academy has a student ration of 25:1, which is higher than the California state average of 22:1.
What grades does Aspire Centennial College Preparatory Academy offer ?
Aspire Centennial College Preparatory Academy offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Aspire Centennial College Preparatory Academy part of?
Aspire Centennial College Preparatory Academy is part of Aspire Centennial College Preparatory Academy School District.
In what neighborhood is Aspire Centennial College Preparatory Academy located?
Aspire Centennial College Preparatory Academy is located in the Tennyson Alquire neighborhood of Oakland, CA.
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