Serving 428 students in grades 9-12, Alpha Cindy Avitia High School 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 15-19% (which is lower than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30-34% (which is lower than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 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 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 428 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Graduation Rate: 85-89% (Top 50% in CA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Alpha Cindy Avitia High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Student Attention
School Overview
Alpha Cindy Avitia High School's student population of 428 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 27 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
428 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
27 teachers
Year Founded
2010
School Calendar
School Rankings
Alpha Cindy Avitia High School 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 Alpha Cindy Avitia High School is 0.15, 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
#6946 out of 9523 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
21:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
4%
12%
Hispanic
92%
56%
Black
1%
5%
White
2%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
85-89%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
74%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Alpha Cindy Avitia High School's ranking?
Alpha Cindy Avitia High School is ranked #6946 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in California.
What schools are Alpha Cindy Avitia High School often compared to?
Alpha Cindy Avitia High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Kipp San Jose Collegiate, Silver Creek High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
15-19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 30-34% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Alpha Cindy Avitia High School?
The graduation rate of Alpha Cindy Avitia High School is 85-89%, which is lower than the California state average of 87%.
How many students attend Alpha Cindy Avitia High School?
428 students attend Alpha Cindy Avitia High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
92% of Alpha Cindy Avitia High School students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Asian, 2% of students are White, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Alpha Cindy Avitia High School?
Alpha Cindy Avitia High School has a student ration of 16:1, which is lower than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Alpha Cindy Avitia High School offer ?
Alpha Cindy Avitia High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Alpha Cindy Avitia High School part of?
Alpha Cindy Avitia High School is part of Alpha Cindy Avitia High School District.
In what neighborhood is Alpha Cindy Avitia High School located?
Alpha Cindy Avitia High School is located in the Alum Rock neighborhood of San Jose, CA. There are 35 other public schools located in Alum Rock.
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