Serving 496 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Aspire East Palo Alto Charter 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 13% (which is lower than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 22% (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.
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 496 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 25:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 13% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 22% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Aspire East Palo Alto Charter's student population of 496 students has declined by 21% over five school years.
The teacher population of 20 teachers has declined by 33% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
Total Students
496 students
Total Classroom Teachers
20 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Aspire East Palo Alto Charter ranks within the bottom 50% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Aspire East Palo Alto Charter is 0.26, 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
#8389 out of 9523 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
13%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
22%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
25:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
12%
Hispanic
86%
56%
Black
6%
5%
White
n/a
20%
Hawaiian
3%
n/a
Two or more races
4%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)29.6%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
86%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Aspire East Palo Alto Charter's ranking?
Aspire East Palo Alto Charter is ranked #8389 out of 9,523 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?
13% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 22% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Aspire East Palo Alto Charter?
496 students attend Aspire East Palo Alto Charter.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
86% of Aspire East Palo Alto Charter students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Black, 4% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Hawaiian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Aspire East Palo Alto Charter?
Aspire East Palo Alto Charter has a student ration of 25:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Aspire East Palo Alto Charter offer ?
Aspire East Palo Alto Charter offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8
What school district is Aspire East Palo Alto Charter part of?
Aspire East Palo Alto Charter is part of Aspire East Palo Alto Charter School District.
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