Aspire College Academy vs Highland Community
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in California, United States, 1.3 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Aspire College Academy
Oakland · Charter elementary · Grades K–5
206 students
Highland Community
Oakland · Public elementary · Grades K–5
457 students
| Measure | Aspire College Academy Oakland, California | Highland Community Oakland, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 15 Lower 50% | 4 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #5032 of 5,693 | #5688 of 5,693 |
| National rank | #47849 of 50,301 | #50228 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Charter | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–5 | Grades K–5 |
| Students | 206 | 457 |
| Enrollment | 206 | 457 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 96.1% | 99.3% |
| Students per teacher | 18.7 | 22.9 |
| Reading proficiency | 22% | 12% |
| Math proficiency | 27% | 12% |
| city | Oakland | Oakland |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Aspire College Academy scores higher on the Success Index (US) (14.5 vs 4.2).
- •Aspire College Academy does better on math proficiency (27% vs 12%).
- •Aspire College Academy does better on reading proficiency (22% vs 12%).
- •Aspire College Academy does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (96.1% vs 99.3%).
- •Aspire College Academy does better on students per teacher (18.7 vs 22.9).
- •Highland Community is the larger school with 457 students compared with 206.
- •Aspire College Academy is a charter school while Highland Community is a public school, so fees and admission rules differ.
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 Aspire College Academy better than Highland Community?
On the Success Index (US), Aspire College Academy ranks higher (14.5 vs 4.2 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 Aspire College Academy and Highland Community?
About 1.3 km in a straight line, between Oakland and Oakland in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Aspire College Academy: 206. Highland Community: 457. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Aspire College Academy and Highland Community rank in California?
Aspire College Academy is 5032nd of 5,693 and Highland Community is 5688th of 5,693 among elementary schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).