Serving 573 students in grades 6-8, Aspire Benjamin Holt Middle School ranks in the top 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 32% (which is lower than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 29:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 94% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 573 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 29:1
- Minority Enrollment: 94%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 32% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Aspire Benjamin Holt Middle School's student population of 573 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 20 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
573 students
Total Classroom Teachers
20 teachers
School Calendar
Average Class Size
24 students
School Rankings
Aspire Benjamin Holt Middle School ranks within the top 50% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Aspire Benjamin Holt Middle School 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
#3362 out of 9523 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
32%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
29:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
29%
12%
Hispanic
48%
56%
Black
6%
5%
White
6%
20%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
10%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)19.9%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
59%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Aspire Benjamin Holt Middle School's ranking?
Aspire Benjamin Holt Middle School is ranked #3362 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in California.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
32% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 55% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Aspire Benjamin Holt Middle School?
573 students attend Aspire Benjamin Holt Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
48% of Aspire Benjamin Holt Middle School students are Hispanic, 29% of students are Asian, 10% of students are Two or more races, 6% of students are Black, 6% of students are White, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Aspire Benjamin Holt Middle School?
Aspire Benjamin Holt Middle School has a student ration of 29:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Aspire Benjamin Holt Middle School offer ?
Aspire Benjamin Holt Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Aspire Benjamin Holt Middle School part of?
Aspire Benjamin Holt Middle School is part of Aspire Benjamin Holt Middle School District.
In what neighborhood is Aspire Benjamin Holt Middle School located?
Aspire Benjamin Holt Middle School is located in the Valley Oak neighborhood of Oakland, CA. There are 2 other public schools located in Valley Oak.
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