Serving 202 students in grades 6-12, Downtown College Prep - Alum Rock 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 14% (which is lower than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35% (which is lower than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 18:1 is lower than the California state level of 21:1.
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: 6-12
- Enrollment: 202 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Graduation Rate: 80-89% (Btm 50% in CA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 14% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Downtown College Prep - Alum Rock ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Student Attention
School Overview
Downtown College Prep - Alum Rock's student population of 202 students has declined by 69% over five school years.
The teacher population of 11 teachers has declined by 67% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-12
Total Students
202 students
Total Classroom Teachers
11 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Downtown College Prep - Alum Rock 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 Downtown College Prep - Alum Rock is 0.13, 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
#7145 out of 9523 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
14%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
21:1
Asian
6%
12%
Hispanic
93%
56%
Black
1%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
80-89%
87%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)86.6%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
67%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Downtown College Prep - Alum Rock's ranking?
Downtown College Prep - Alum Rock is ranked #7145 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?
14% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 35% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Downtown College Prep - Alum Rock?
The graduation rate of Downtown College Prep - Alum Rock is 80-89%, which is lower than the California state average of 87%.
How many students attend Downtown College Prep - Alum Rock?
202 students attend Downtown College Prep - Alum Rock.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
93% of Downtown College Prep - Alum Rock students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Downtown College Prep - Alum Rock?
Downtown College Prep - Alum Rock has a student ration of 18:1, which is lower than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Downtown College Prep - Alum Rock offer ?
Downtown College Prep - Alum Rock offers enrollment in grades 6-12
What school district is Downtown College Prep - Alum Rock part of?
Downtown College Prep - Alum Rock is part of Downtown College Prep - Alum Rock School District.
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