Serving 409 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Aptitud Community Academy At Goss 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 12% (which is lower than the California state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 24% (which is lower than the California state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 20:1 is lower than the California state level of 21:1.
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 409 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 12% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 24% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Aptitud Community Academy At Goss's student population of 409 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 20 teachers has grown by 5% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
Total Students
409 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
20 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Aptitud Community Academy At Goss 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 Aptitud Community Academy At Goss is 0.25, 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
#8346 out of 9602 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
12%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
24%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
20:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
12%
12%
Hispanic
86%
56%
Black
1%
5%
White
n/a
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
78%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
12%
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 Aptitud Community Academy At Goss's ranking?
Aptitud Community Academy At Goss is ranked #8346 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?
12% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CA state average), while 24% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Aptitud Community Academy At Goss?
409 students attend Aptitud Community Academy At Goss.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
86% of Aptitud Community Academy At Goss students are Hispanic, 12% of students are Asian, 1% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Aptitud Community Academy At Goss?
Aptitud Community Academy At Goss has a student ration of 20:1, which is lower than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Aptitud Community Academy At Goss offer ?
Aptitud Community Academy At Goss offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8
What school district is Aptitud Community Academy At Goss part of?
Aptitud Community Academy At Goss is part of Alum Rock Union Elementary School District.
In what neighborhood is Aptitud Community Academy At Goss located?
Aptitud Community Academy At Goss is located in the Capitol Goss neighborhood of San Jose, CA.
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