Serving 245 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Voices College-bound Language Academy At W. Contra Costa Co ranks in the bottom 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 25-29% (which is lower than the California state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30-34% (which is lower than the California state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 35:1 is higher than the California state level of 22:1.
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 245 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 35:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 25-29% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: <50% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Voices College-bound Language Academy At W. Contra Costa Co ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Voices College-bound Language Academy At W. Contra Costa Co's student population of 245 students has grown by 84% over five school years.
The teacher population of 7 teachers has grown by 75% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
Total Students
245 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
7 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Voices College-bound Language Academy At W. Contra Costa Co 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 Voices College-bound Language Academy At W. Contra Costa Co 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
#5622 out of 9602 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
35:1
22:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
2%
12%
Hispanic
97%
55%
Black
1%
5%
White
n/a
21%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
47%
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 Voices College-bound Language Academy At W. Contra Costa Co's ranking?
Voices College-bound Language Academy At W. Contra Costa Co is ranked #5622 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?
25-29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CA state average), while 30-34% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Voices College-bound Language Academy At W. Contra Costa Co?
245 students attend Voices College-bound Language Academy At W. Contra Costa Co.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
97% of Voices College-bound Language Academy At W. Contra Costa Co students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Voices College-bound Language Academy At W. Contra Costa Co?
Voices College-bound Language Academy At W. Contra Costa Co has a student ration of 35:1, which is higher than the California state average of 22:1.
What grades does Voices College-bound Language Academy At W. Contra Costa Co offer ?
Voices College-bound Language Academy At W. Contra Costa Co offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8
What school district is Voices College-bound Language Academy At W. Contra Costa Co part of?
Voices College-bound Language Academy At W. Contra Costa Co is part of Voices College-Bound Lang Acad @ W. Contra Costa Co School District.
In what neighborhood is Voices College-bound Language Academy At W. Contra Costa Co located?
Voices College-bound Language Academy At W. Contra Costa Co is located in the Five Wounds San Jose High neighborhood of San Jose, CA. There are 1 other public schools located in Five Wounds San Jose High.
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