Serving 504 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Rocketship Academy Brilliant Minds ranks in the top 50% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 36% (which is higher than the California state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 43% (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 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: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 504 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 30:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 36% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 43% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-39% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Rocketship Academy Brilliant Minds's student population of 504 students has declined by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 17 teachers has declined by 5% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
504 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
17 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Rocketship Academy Brilliant Minds ranks within the top 50% of all 9,602 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Rocketship Academy Brilliant Minds is 0.39, 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
#4095 out of 9602 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
36%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
43%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
30:1
22:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
20%
12%
Hispanic
76%
55%
Black
1%
5%
White
1%
21%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
1%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
66%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Rocketship Academy Brilliant Minds's ranking?
Rocketship Academy Brilliant Minds is ranked #4095 out of 9,602 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in California.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
36% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CA state average), while 43% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Rocketship Academy Brilliant Minds?
504 students attend Rocketship Academy Brilliant Minds.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
76% of Rocketship Academy Brilliant Minds students are Hispanic, 20% of students are Asian, 1% of students are Black, 1% of students are White, 1% of students are Hawaiian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Rocketship Academy Brilliant Minds?
Rocketship Academy Brilliant Minds has a student ration of 30:1, which is higher than the California state average of 22:1.
What grades does Rocketship Academy Brilliant Minds offer ?
Rocketship Academy Brilliant Minds offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Rocketship Academy Brilliant Minds part of?
Rocketship Academy Brilliant Minds is part of Rocketship Academy Brilliant Minds School District.
In what neighborhood is Rocketship Academy Brilliant Minds located?
Rocketship Academy Brilliant Minds is located in the Alum Rock neighborhood of Redwood City, CA. There are 1 other public schools located in Alum Rock.
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