Serving 57 students in grades 5-8, Perseverance Preparatory 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 40-49% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-59% (which is higher than the California state average of 49%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is lower than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 98% 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: 5-8
- Enrollment: 57 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 40-49% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-59% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Perseverance Preparatory ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Perseverance Preparatory's student population of 57 students has grown by 18% over five school years.
The teacher population of 4 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 5-8
Total Students
57 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
4 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Perseverance Preparatory ranks within the top 50% of all 3,649 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Perseverance Preparatory is 0.22, 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
#1398 out of 3649 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
49%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
3%
12%
Hispanic
88%
56%
Black
5%
5%
White
2%
21%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
56%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
19%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Perseverance Preparatory's ranking?
Perseverance Preparatory is ranked #1398 out of 3,649 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?
40-49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 50-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% CA state average).
How many students attend Perseverance Preparatory?
57 students attend Perseverance Preparatory.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
88% of Perseverance Preparatory students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Black, 3% of students are Asian, 2% of students are White, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Perseverance Preparatory?
Perseverance Preparatory has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Perseverance Preparatory offer ?
Perseverance Preparatory offers enrollment in grades 5-8
What school district is Perseverance Preparatory part of?
Perseverance Preparatory is part of Perseverance Preparatory School District.
In what neighborhood is Perseverance Preparatory located?
Perseverance Preparatory is located in the University neighborhood of San Jose, CA.
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