Alternatives in Action vs Aurum Preparatory Academy
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in California, United States, 735 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
Aurum Preparatory Academy
Oakland · Charter middle · Grades 6–8
93 students
| Measure | Alternatives in Action Oakland, California | Aurum Preparatory Academy Oakland, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 11 Lower 50% | 12 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #1304 of 1,343 | #1219 of 1,334 |
| National rank | #16509 of 16,910 | #14909 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Charter | Charter |
| Type | High | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 106 | 93 |
| Enrollment | 106 | 93 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 89.6% | 86% |
| Students per teacher | 26.5 | 31.0 |
| Reading proficiency | 10% | 12% |
| Math proficiency | 10% | 12% |
| city | Oakland | Oakland |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Both schools have almost identical Success Index (US) scores (11.2 vs 11.9).
- •Aurum Preparatory Academy does better on math proficiency (12% vs 10%).
- •Aurum Preparatory Academy does better on reading proficiency (12% vs 10%).
- •Aurum Preparatory Academy does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (86% vs 89.6%).
- •Alternatives in Action does better on students per teacher (26.5 vs 31.0).
- •Alternatives in Action is the larger school with 106 students compared with 93.
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 Aurum Preparatory Academy?
The two schools are very close on the Success Index (US). Differences in sector, size, programmes and distance from home will matter more than the score.
How far apart are Alternatives in Action and Aurum Preparatory Academy?
About 735 m in a straight line, between Oakland and Oakland in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Alternatives in Action: 106. Aurum Preparatory Academy: 93. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Alternatives in Action and Aurum Preparatory Academy rank in California?
Alternatives in Action is 1304th of 1,343 and Aurum Preparatory Academy is 1219th of 1,334 among high schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).