Serving 500 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Rocketship Academy Brilliant Minds ranks in the top 50% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 41% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 43% (which is lower than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 29:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 500 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 29:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 41% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 43% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-39% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Rocketship Academy Brilliant Minds's student population of 500 students has declined by 17% over five school years.
The teacher population of 17 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
500 students
Total Classroom Teachers
17 teachers
Year Founded
2007
School Motto
Unleashing Potential
Average Class Size
20 students
School Rankings
Rocketship Academy Brilliant Minds ranks within the top 50% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Rocketship Academy Brilliant Minds is 0.40, 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
#3717 out of 9523 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
41%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
43%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
29:1
21:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
20%
12%
Hispanic
75%
56%
Black
n/a
5%
White
2%
20%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
1%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
61%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Rocketeers
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Rocketship Academy Brilliant Minds's ranking?
Rocketship Academy Brilliant Minds is ranked #3717 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in California.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
41% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 43% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Rocketship Academy Brilliant Minds?
500 students attend Rocketship Academy Brilliant Minds.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
75% of Rocketship Academy Brilliant Minds students are Hispanic, 20% of students are Asian, 2% of students are White, 1% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are Hawaiian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Rocketship Academy Brilliant Minds?
Rocketship Academy Brilliant Minds has a student ration of 29:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Rocketship Academy Brilliant Minds offer ?
Rocketship Academy Brilliant Minds offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Rocketship Academy Brilliant Minds part of?
Rocketship Academy Brilliant Minds is part of Rocketship Academy Brilliant Minds School District.
In what neighborhood is Rocketship Academy Brilliant Minds located?
Rocketship Academy Brilliant Minds is located in the Alum Rock neighborhood of San Jose, CA. There are 35 other public schools located in Alum Rock.
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