Serving 432 students in grades 6-12, Aspire Golden State 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 9% (which is lower than the California state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 25% (which is lower than the California state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 21:1 is lower 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: 6-12
- Enrollment: 432 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 21:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Graduation Rate: 80-84% (Btm 50% in CA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 9% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 25% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Aspire Golden State College Preparatory Academy's student population of 432 students has declined by 30% over five school years.
The teacher population of 21 teachers has grown by 23% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-12
Total Students
432 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
21 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Aspire Golden State 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 Golden State College Preparatory Academy is 0.32, 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
#8654 out of 9602 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
9%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
25%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
21:1
22:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
12%
Hispanic
81%
55%
Black
15%
5%
White
1%
21%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
80-84%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
73%
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 Aspire Golden State College Preparatory Academy's ranking?
Aspire Golden State College Preparatory Academy is ranked #8654 out of 9,602 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in California.
What schools are Aspire Golden State College Preparatory Academy often compared to?
Aspire Golden State College Preparatory Academyis often viewed alongside schools like Berkeley High School, San Leandro High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
9% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CA state average), while 25% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Aspire Golden State College Preparatory Academy?
The graduation rate of Aspire Golden State College Preparatory Academy is 80-84%, which is lower than the California state average of 87%.
How many students attend Aspire Golden State College Preparatory Academy?
432 students attend Aspire Golden State College Preparatory Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
81% of Aspire Golden State College Preparatory Academy students are Hispanic, 15% of students are Black, 2% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are White.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Aspire Golden State College Preparatory Academy?
Aspire Golden State College Preparatory Academy has a student ration of 21:1, which is lower than the California state average of 22:1.
What grades does Aspire Golden State College Preparatory Academy offer ?
Aspire Golden State College Preparatory Academy offers enrollment in grades 6-12
What school district is Aspire Golden State College Preparatory Academy part of?
Aspire Golden State College Preparatory Academy is part of Aspire Golden State College Preparatory Academy School District.
In what neighborhood is Aspire Golden State College Preparatory Academy located?
Aspire Golden State College Preparatory Academy is located in the Lockwood Gardens neighborhood of Oakland, CA.
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