University Preparatory Academy is a charter school located in San Jose, California, United States. Its charter was approved by the Santa Clara Board of Trustees. UPA opened in the fall of 2007 as a middle and high school, offering grades 7–12th.
Serving 713 students in grades 7-12, University Preparatory Academy Charter ranks in the top 20% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 58% (which is higher than the California state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 75% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 19:1 is lower than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 93% of the student body (majority Asian), which is higher than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic and Asian).
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: 7-12
- Enrollment: 713 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 93%
- Graduation Rate: 90-94% (Top 50% in CA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: 58% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 75% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 60% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
University Preparatory Academy Charter ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
University Preparatory Academy Charter's student population of 713 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 38 teachers has grown by 15% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
Total Students
713 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
38 teachers
Year Founded
2007
Colors
Blue, Gold
School Calendar
School Rankings
University Preparatory Academy Charter ranks within the top 20% of all 9,602 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of University Preparatory Academy Charter is 0.70, 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
#992 out of 9602 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
58%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
75%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
19:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
47%
12%
Hispanic
20%
56%
Black
19%
5%
White
7%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
90-94%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
21%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Glen The Golden Eagle
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is University Preparatory Academy Charter's ranking?
University Preparatory Academy Charter is ranked #992 out of 9,602 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in California.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
58% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CA state average), while 75% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
What is the graduation rate of University Preparatory Academy Charter?
The graduation rate of University Preparatory Academy Charter is 90-94%, which is higher than the California state average of 87%.
How many students attend University Preparatory Academy Charter?
713 students attend University Preparatory Academy Charter.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
47% of University Preparatory Academy Charter students are Asian, 20% of students are Hispanic, 19% of students are Black, 7% of students are White, and 7% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of University Preparatory Academy Charter?
University Preparatory Academy Charter has a student ration of 19:1, which is lower than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does University Preparatory Academy Charter offer ?
University Preparatory Academy Charter offers enrollment in grades 7-12
What school district is University Preparatory Academy Charter part of?
University Preparatory Academy Charter is part of University Preparatory Academy Charter School District.
In what neighborhood is University Preparatory Academy Charter located?
University Preparatory Academy Charter is located in the Canoas Garden and Almaden neighborhood of San Jose, CA.
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