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 617 students in grades Kindergarten-8, American Indian Public Charter School Ii ranks in the top 20% 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 59% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 61% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 22:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 95% 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: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 617 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 22:1
- Minority Enrollment: 95%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 59% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 61% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
American Indian Public Charter School Ii ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
School Overview
American Indian Public Charter School Ii's student population of 617 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 28 teachers has declined by 22% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
Total Students
617 students
Total Classroom Teachers
28 teachers
Year Founded
1996
School Calendar
School Rankings
American Indian Public Charter School Ii ranks within the top 20% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of American Indian Public Charter School Ii is 0.66, 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
#1637 out of 9523 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
59%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
61%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
22:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
32%
12%
Hispanic
8%
56%
Black
48%
5%
White
5%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
65%
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 American Indian Public Charter School Ii's ranking?
American Indian Public Charter School Ii is ranked #1637 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in California.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 61% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend American Indian Public Charter School Ii?
617 students attend American Indian Public Charter School Ii.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
48% of American Indian Public Charter School Ii students are Black, 32% of students are Asian, 8% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Two or more races, and 5% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of American Indian Public Charter School Ii?
American Indian Public Charter School Ii has a student ration of 22:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does American Indian Public Charter School Ii offer ?
American Indian Public Charter School Ii offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8
What school district is American Indian Public Charter School Ii part of?
American Indian Public Charter School Ii is part of American Indian Public Charter School II School District.
In what neighborhood is American Indian Public Charter School Ii located?
American Indian Public Charter School Ii is located in the Downtown Oakland neighborhood of Oakland, CA. There are 5 other public schools located in Downtown Oakland.
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