Serving 546 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Rocketship Spark 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 60% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 52% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 34:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 546 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 34:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 60% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 52% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 11-19% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Rocketship Spark Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Rocketship Spark Academy's student population of 546 students has declined by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 16 teachers has declined by 11% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
546 students
Total Classroom Teachers
16 teachers
School Rankings
Rocketship Spark Academy 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 Rocketship Spark Academy is 0.55, 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
#2007 out of 9523 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
60%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
52%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
11-19%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
34:1
21:1
Asian
37%
12%
Hispanic
56%
56%
Black
3%
5%
White
1%
20%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
2%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
47%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Rocketship Spark Academy's ranking?
Rocketship Spark Academy is ranked #2007 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in California.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
60% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 52% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Rocketship Spark Academy?
546 students attend Rocketship Spark Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
56% of Rocketship Spark Academy students are Hispanic, 37% of students are Asian, 3% of students are Black, 2% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are White, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Rocketship Spark Academy?
Rocketship Spark Academy has a student ration of 34:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Rocketship Spark Academy offer ?
Rocketship Spark Academy offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Rocketship Spark Academy part of?
Rocketship Spark Academy is part of Rocketship Spark Academy School District.
In what neighborhood is Rocketship Spark Academy located?
Rocketship Spark Academy is located in the Andrew Hill and Sylvandale neighborhood of San Jose, CA. There are 1 other public schools located in Andrew Hill and Sylvandale.
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