The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math was 25-29% (which was lower than the California state average of 58%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts was 35-39% (which was lower than the California state average of 56%).
School Overview
Grades Offered
Grades 6-12
Total Students (10-11)
106 students
Total Classroom Teachers (09-10)
5 teachers
School Rankings
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(10-11)25-29%
58%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(10-11)35-39%
56%
Student : Teacher Ratio
n/a
22:1
American Indian
(10-11)1%
1%
Asian
(10-11)3%
11%
Hispanic
(10-11)82%
51%
Black
(10-11)1%
7%
White
(10-11)5%
27%
Hawaiian
(10-11)n/a
1%
Two or more races
(10-11)8%
2%
Eligible for Free Lunch (10-11)
61%
46%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (10-11)
15%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
25-29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 58% CA state average), while 35-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 56% CA state average).
How many students attend Downtown College Prep Alviso?
106 students attend Downtown College Prep Alviso.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
82% of Downtown College Prep Alviso students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are White, 3% of students are Asian, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Black.
What grades does Downtown College Prep Alviso offer ?
Downtown College Prep Alviso offers enrollment in grades 6-12
What school district is Downtown College Prep Alviso part of?
Downtown College Prep Alviso is part of San Jose Unified School District.
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