Alternatives in Action vs Aspire Golden State College Preparatory Academy
A head-to-head comparison of two high schools in California, United States, 613 m apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Alternatives in Action
Oakland · Charter high · Grades 9–12
106 students
Aspire Golden State College Preparatory Academy
Oakland · Charter high · Grades 6–12
405 students
| Measure | Alternatives in Action Oakland, California | Aspire Golden State College Preparatory Academy Oakland, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 11 Lower 50% | 16 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #1304 of 1,343 | #1231 of 1,343 |
| National rank | #16509 of 16,910 | #15958 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Charter | Charter |
| Type | High | High |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades 6–12 |
| Students | 106 | 405 |
| Enrollment | 106 | 405 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 89.6% | 93.8% |
| Students per teacher | 26.5 | 25.3 |
| Reading proficiency | 10% | 37% |
| Math proficiency | 10% | 18% |
| city | Oakland | Oakland |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Aspire Golden State College Preparatory Academy scores higher on the Success Index (US) (15.7 vs 11.2).
- •Aspire Golden State College Preparatory Academy does better on math proficiency (18% vs 10%).
- •Aspire Golden State College Preparatory Academy does better on reading proficiency (37% vs 10%).
- •Alternatives in Action does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (89.6% vs 93.8%).
- •Aspire Golden State College Preparatory Academy does better on students per teacher (25.3 vs 26.5).
- •Aspire Golden State College Preparatory Academy is the larger school with 405 students compared with 106.
The Success Index (US) summarises published results and context from official data. It does not measure teaching quality or fit. Methodology.
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Frequently asked questions
Is Alternatives in Action better than Aspire Golden State College Preparatory Academy?
On the Success Index (US), Aspire Golden State College Preparatory Academy ranks higher (15.7 vs 11.2 out of 100). The index is built from published results and context data, not from teaching quality or fit, so visit both schools before deciding.
How far apart are Alternatives in Action and Aspire Golden State College Preparatory Academy?
About 613 m in a straight line, between Oakland and Oakland in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Alternatives in Action: 106. Aspire Golden State College Preparatory Academy: 405. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Alternatives in Action and Aspire Golden State College Preparatory Academy rank in California?
Alternatives in Action is 1304th of 1,343 and Aspire Golden State College Preparatory Academy is 1231st of 1,343 among high schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).