Serving 772 students in grades 6-12, Aspire Langston Hughes Academy 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 32% (which is lower than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 24:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 97% 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: 6-12
- Enrollment: 772 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 24:1
- Minority Enrollment: 97%
- Graduation Rate: ≥95% (Top 20% in CA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 13% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 32% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 17% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Aspire Langston Hughes Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Aspire Langston Hughes Academy's student population of 772 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 32 teachers has declined by 13% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-12
Total Students
772 students
Total Classroom Teachers
32 teachers
Year Founded
1998
School Rankings
Aspire Langston Hughes Academy 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 Langston Hughes Academy is 0.53, 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
#7435 out of 9523 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
13%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
32%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
17%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
24:1
21:1
Asian
8%
12%
Hispanic
66%
56%
Black
15%
5%
White
3%
20%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
7%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥95%
87%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)21.4%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
61%
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 Langston Hughes Academy's ranking?
Aspire Langston Hughes Academy is ranked #7435 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 32% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Aspire Langston Hughes Academy?
The graduation rate of Aspire Langston Hughes Academy is 95%, which is higher than the California state average of 87%.
How many students attend Aspire Langston Hughes Academy?
772 students attend Aspire Langston Hughes Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
66% of Aspire Langston Hughes Academy students are Hispanic, 15% of students are Black, 8% of students are Asian, 7% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are White, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Aspire Langston Hughes Academy?
Aspire Langston Hughes Academy has a student ration of 24:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Aspire Langston Hughes Academy offer ?
Aspire Langston Hughes Academy offers enrollment in grades 6-12
What school district is Aspire Langston Hughes Academy part of?
Aspire Langston Hughes Academy is part of Aspire Langston Hughes Academy School District.
In what neighborhood is Aspire Langston Hughes Academy located?
Aspire Langston Hughes Academy is located in the Upper Rockridge neighborhood of Oakland, CA. There are 2 other public schools located in Upper Rockridge.
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