Serving 437 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Aspire Vincent Shalvey Academy ranks in the top 10% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 70-74% (which is higher than the California state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 70-74% (which is higher than the California state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 24:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 88% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 437 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 24:1
- Minority Enrollment: 88%
- Math Proficiency: 70-74%
- Reading Proficiency: 70-74%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Aspire Vincent Shalvey Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Aspire Vincent Shalvey Academy's student population of 437 students has grown by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 18 teachers has grown by 20% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
437 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
18 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
The diversity score of Aspire Vincent Shalvey Academy is 0.67, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.63. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)70-74%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)70-74%
51%
Student : Teacher Ratio
24:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
26%
12%
Hispanic
50%
56%
Black
5%
5%
White
12%
21%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
42%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are Aspire Vincent Shalvey Academy often compared to?
Aspire Vincent Shalvey Academyis often viewed alongside schools like Aspire River Oaks Charter by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
70-74% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% CA state average), while 70-74% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% CA state average).
How many students attend Aspire Vincent Shalvey Academy?
437 students attend Aspire Vincent Shalvey Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
50% of Aspire Vincent Shalvey Academy students are Hispanic, 26% of students are Asian, 12% of students are White, 7% of students are Two or more races, and 5% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Aspire Vincent Shalvey Academy?
Aspire Vincent Shalvey Academy has a student ration of 24:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Aspire Vincent Shalvey Academy offer ?
Aspire Vincent Shalvey Academy offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Aspire Vincent Shalvey Academy part of?
Aspire Vincent Shalvey Academy is part of Aspire Vincent Shalvey Academy School District.
In what neighborhood is Aspire Vincent Shalvey Academy located?
Aspire Vincent Shalvey Academy is located in the Leona Heights neighborhood of Oakland, CA. There are 1 other public schools located in Leona Heights.
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