Latino College Preparatory Academy is a chartered high school in San Jose, California.
Serving 410 students in grades 9-12, Latino College Preparatory 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 ≤5% (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 21:1 is equal to the California state level of 21:1.
Quick Facts (2025)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 410 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 21:1
- Graduation Rate: ≥95% (Top 20% in CA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: ≤5% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Latino College Preparatory Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Latino College Preparatory Academy's student population of 410 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 20 teachers has grown by 17% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
410 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
20 teachers
Year Founded
2001
School Calendar
Last Day of School
Fri. May 1, 2026
School Rankings
Latino College Preparatory 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 Latino College Preparatory Academy is 0.02, 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
#8209 out of 9523 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤5%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
21:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
12%
Hispanic
99%
56%
Black
n/a
5%
White
n/a
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥95%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
68%
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 Latino College Preparatory Academy's ranking?
Latino College Preparatory Academy is ranked #8209 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in California.
What schools are Latino College Preparatory Academy often compared to?
Latino College Preparatory Academyis often viewed alongside schools like Independence High School, Milpitas High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
≤5% 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 Latino College Preparatory Academy?
The graduation rate of Latino College Preparatory Academy is 95%, which is higher than the California state average of 87%.
How many students attend Latino College Preparatory Academy?
410 students attend Latino College Preparatory Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
99% of Latino College Preparatory Academy students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Latino College Preparatory Academy?
Latino College Preparatory Academy has a student ration of 21:1, which is equal to the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Latino College Preparatory Academy offer ?
Latino College Preparatory Academy offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Latino College Preparatory Academy part of?
Latino College Preparatory Academy is part of Latino College Preparatory Academy School District.
In what neighborhood is Latino College Preparatory Academy located?
Latino College Preparatory Academy is located in the East Hills and White neighborhood of San Jose, CA. There are 2 other public schools located in East Hills and White.
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