Serving 596 students in grades 6-12, Aspire Vanguard 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 15% (which is lower than the California state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 32% (which is lower than the California state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 30:1 is higher than the California state level of 22:1.
Minority enrollment is 92% 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: 596 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 30:1
- Minority Enrollment: 92%
- Graduation Rate: ≥90% (Top 50% in CA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 15% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 32% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Aspire Vanguard College Preparatory Academy's student population of 596 students has grown by 47% over five school years.
The teacher population of 20 teachers has grown by 42% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-12
Total Students
596 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
20 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Aspire Vanguard 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 Vanguard College Preparatory Academy is 0.40, 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
#7163 out of 9602 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
15%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
32%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
30:1
22:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
5%
12%
Hispanic
77%
55%
Black
3%
5%
White
8%
21%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥90%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
63%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Aspire Vanguard College Preparatory Academy's ranking?
Aspire Vanguard College Preparatory Academy is ranked #7163 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?
15% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CA state average), while 32% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Aspire Vanguard College Preparatory Academy?
The graduation rate of Aspire Vanguard College Preparatory Academy is 90%, which is higher than the California state average of 87%.
How many students attend Aspire Vanguard College Preparatory Academy?
596 students attend Aspire Vanguard College Preparatory Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
77% of Aspire Vanguard College Preparatory Academy students are Hispanic, 8% of students are White, 7% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are Asian, and 3% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Aspire Vanguard College Preparatory Academy?
Aspire Vanguard College Preparatory Academy has a student ration of 30:1, which is higher than the California state average of 22:1.
What grades does Aspire Vanguard College Preparatory Academy offer ?
Aspire Vanguard College Preparatory Academy offers enrollment in grades 6-12
What school district is Aspire Vanguard College Preparatory Academy part of?
Aspire Vanguard College Preparatory Academy is part of Aspire Vanguard College Preparatory Academy School District.
In what neighborhood is Aspire Vanguard College Preparatory Academy located?
Aspire Vanguard College Preparatory Academy is located in the Patten neighborhood of Oakland, CA. There are 1 other public schools located in Patten.
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