American Indian Public Charter School or AIPCS is an Oakland, California charter middle school with predominantly low-income, minority students. It opened in 1996 and struggled over the next few years until a turnaround after 2000 brought up enrollment numbers and test scores.
Serving 200 students in grades 6-8, Aims College Prep Middle School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 45-49% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 18:1 is lower than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 94% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic and Asian).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 200 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 94%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Aims College Prep Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Community Size
School Overview
Aims College Prep Middle School's student population of 200 students has declined by 16% over five school years.
The teacher population of 11 teachers has grown by 10% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
200 students
Total Classroom Teachers
11 teachers
Year Founded
1996
Colors
Red, Athletic Gold, and Royal Blue
School Calendar
School Motto
Your Future Begins at AIMS
Average Class Size
15 students
School Rankings
Aims College Prep Middle School ranks within the top 30% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Aims College Prep Middle School is 0.71, 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
#2391 out of 9523 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
21:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
22%
12%
Hispanic
14%
56%
Black
46%
5%
White
6%
20%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
10%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
71%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Aims College Prep Middle School's ranking?
Aims College Prep Middle School is ranked #2391 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in California.
What schools are Aims College Prep Middle School often compared to?
Aims College Prep Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Yu Ming Charter by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
45-49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 55% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Aims College Prep Middle School?
200 students attend Aims College Prep Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
46% of Aims College Prep Middle School students are Black, 22% of students are Asian, 14% of students are Hispanic, 10% of students are Two or more races, 6% of students are White, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Aims College Prep Middle School?
Aims College Prep Middle School has a student ration of 18:1, which is lower than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Aims College Prep Middle School offer ?
Aims College Prep Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Aims College Prep Middle School part of?
Aims College Prep Middle School is part of Aims College Prep Middle School District.
In what neighborhood is Aims College Prep Middle School located?
Aims College Prep Middle School is located in the Downtown Oakland neighborhood of Oakland, CA. There are 5 other public schools located in Downtown Oakland.
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