Serving 448 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Aspire Vincent Shalvey Academy ranks in the top 30% 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 50-54% (which is higher than the California state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-54% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 25:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 93% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 448 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 25:1
- Minority Enrollment: 93%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-29% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Aspire Vincent Shalvey Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Aspire Vincent Shalvey Academy's student population of 448 students has grown by 15% over five school years.
The teacher population of 18 teachers has grown by 20% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
448 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
18 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Aspire Vincent Shalvey Academy ranks within the top 30% of all 9,602 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Aspire Vincent Shalvey Academy is 0.68, 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
#2204 out of 9602 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
25:1
21:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
29%
12%
Hispanic
47%
56%
Black
7%
5%
White
7%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
9%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
55%
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 Aspire Vincent Shalvey Academy's ranking?
Aspire Vincent Shalvey Academy is ranked #2204 out of 9,602 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in California.
What schools are Aspire Vincent Shalvey Academy often compared to?
Aspire Vincent Shalvey Academyis often viewed alongside schools like Aspire River Oaks Charter, Elkhorn, Lois E. Borchardt Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50-54% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CA state average), while 50-54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Aspire Vincent Shalvey Academy?
448 students attend Aspire Vincent Shalvey Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
47% of Aspire Vincent Shalvey Academy students are Hispanic, 29% of students are Asian, 9% of students are Two or more races, 7% of students are Black, 7% of students are White, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Aspire Vincent Shalvey Academy?
Aspire Vincent Shalvey Academy has a student ration of 25:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Aspire Vincent Shalvey Academy offer ?
Aspire Vincent Shalvey Academy offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Aspire Vincent Shalvey Academy part of?
Aspire Vincent Shalvey Academy is part of Aspire Vincent Shalvey Academy School District.
In what neighborhood is Aspire Vincent Shalvey Academy located?
Aspire Vincent Shalvey Academy is located in the Leona Heights neighborhood of Oakland, CA. There are 1 other public schools located in Leona Heights.
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