DCP El Primero High School is a public charter high school in San Jose, California. Its mission is to prepare first-generation students, particularly low-income Latinos, for college success.
Serving 231 students in grades 5-8, Downtown College Preparatory Middle School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 9% (which is lower than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 19% (which is lower than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 26:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: 5-8
- Enrollment: 231 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 26:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 9% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 19% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Downtown College Preparatory Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
School Overview
Downtown College Preparatory Middle School's student population of 231 students has declined by 53% over five school years.
The teacher population of 9 teachers has declined by 55% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 5-8
Total Students
231 students
Total Classroom Teachers
9 teachers
Year Founded
2000
Colors
White, Purple, Orange
School Calendar
School Rankings
Downtown College Preparatory Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Downtown College Preparatory Middle School is 0.15, 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
#9037 out of 9523 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
9%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
19%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
26:1
21:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
4%
12%
Hispanic
92%
56%
Black
1%
5%
White
n/a
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
68%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
13%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Downtown College Preparatory Middle School's ranking?
Downtown College Preparatory Middle School is ranked #9037 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in California.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
9% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 19% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Downtown College Preparatory Middle School?
231 students attend Downtown College Preparatory Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
92% of Downtown College Preparatory Middle School students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Asian, 2% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Downtown College Preparatory Middle School?
Downtown College Preparatory Middle School has a student ration of 26:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Downtown College Preparatory Middle School offer ?
Downtown College Preparatory Middle School offers enrollment in grades 5-8
What school district is Downtown College Preparatory Middle School part of?
Downtown College Preparatory Middle School is part of Downtown College Preparatory Middle School District.
In what neighborhood is Downtown College Preparatory Middle School located?
Downtown College Preparatory Middle School is located in the Spartan Keyes and Wool Creek neighborhood of San Jose, CA. There are 1 other public schools located in Spartan Keyes and Wool Creek.
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