Serving 452 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Aspire Port City 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 15-19% (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 25:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 97% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 452 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 25:1
- Minority Enrollment: 97%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Aspire Port City Academy's student population of 452 students has grown by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 18 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
452 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
18 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Aspire Port City 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 Port City Academy is 0.54, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.63. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#6742 out of 9602 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
25:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
11%
12%
Hispanic
66%
56%
Black
11%
5%
White
3%
20%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
8%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
67%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Aspire Port City Academy's ranking?
Aspire Port City Academy is ranked #6742 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?
15-19% 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 Aspire Port City Academy?
452 students attend Aspire Port City Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
66% of Aspire Port City Academy students are Hispanic, 11% of students are Asian, 11% of students are Black, 8% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are White, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Aspire Port City Academy?
Aspire Port City Academy has a student ration of 25:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Aspire Port City Academy offer ?
Aspire Port City Academy offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Aspire Port City Academy part of?
Aspire Port City Academy is part of Aspire Port City Academy School District.
In what neighborhood is Aspire Port City Academy located?
Aspire Port City Academy is located in the West Oakland neighborhood of Oakland, CA. There are 3 other public schools located in West Oakland.
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