Serving 694 students in grades 9-12, Aspire Benjamin Holt College Preparatory Academy ranks in the top 30% 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 35-39% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 75-79% (which is higher 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 92% 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: 9-12
- Enrollment: 694 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 25:1
- Minority Enrollment: 92%
- Graduation Rate: ≥95% (Top 20% in CA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Aspire Benjamin Holt College Preparatory Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Graduation Rate
Diversity
School Overview
Aspire Benjamin Holt College Preparatory Academy's student population of 694 students has grown by 50% over five school years.
The teacher population of 28 teachers has grown by 133% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
694 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
28 teachers
Year Founded
1998
School Calendar
School Motto
Empowering Minds. Transforming Futures.
School Rankings
Aspire Benjamin Holt College Preparatory Academy ranks within the top 30% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Aspire Benjamin Holt College Preparatory 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.
Overall Testing Rank
#1921 out of 9523 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
25:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
28%
12%
Hispanic
49%
56%
Black
7%
5%
White
8%
20%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
7%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥95%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
52%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
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 Benjamin Holt College Preparatory Academy's ranking?
Aspire Benjamin Holt College Preparatory Academy is ranked #1921 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in California.
What schools are Aspire Benjamin Holt College Preparatory Academy often compared to?
Aspire Benjamin Holt College Preparatory Academyis often viewed alongside schools like Stockton Early College Academy by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 75-79% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Aspire Benjamin Holt College Preparatory Academy?
The graduation rate of Aspire Benjamin Holt College Preparatory Academy is 95%, which is higher than the California state average of 87%.
How many students attend Aspire Benjamin Holt College Preparatory Academy?
694 students attend Aspire Benjamin Holt College Preparatory Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
49% of Aspire Benjamin Holt College Preparatory Academy students are Hispanic, 28% of students are Asian, 8% of students are White, 7% of students are Black, 7% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Aspire Benjamin Holt College Preparatory Academy?
Aspire Benjamin Holt College Preparatory Academy has a student ration of 25:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Aspire Benjamin Holt College Preparatory Academy offer ?
Aspire Benjamin Holt College Preparatory Academy offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Aspire Benjamin Holt College Preparatory Academy part of?
Aspire Benjamin Holt College Preparatory Academy is part of Aspire Benjamin Holt College Preparatory Academy School District.
In what neighborhood is Aspire Benjamin Holt College Preparatory Academy located?
Aspire Benjamin Holt College Preparatory Academy is located in the Valley Oak neighborhood of Oakland, CA. There are 2 other public schools located in Valley Oak.
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