Serving 532 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Rocketship Alma Academy ranks in the top 30% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 44% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 57% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 31:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 99% 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: 532 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 31:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 44% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 57% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Rocketship Alma Academy's student population of 532 students has stayed relatively flat 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
532 students
Total Classroom Teachers
17 teachers
Year Founded
2012
Campus Size
50 acres
Average Class Size
15 students
School Rankings
Rocketship Alma Academy ranks within the top 30% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Rocketship Alma Academy is 0.27, 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
#2417 out of 9523 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
44%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
57%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
31:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
4%
12%
Hispanic
85%
56%
Black
9%
5%
White
1%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
73%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
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 Alma Academy's ranking?
Rocketship Alma Academy is ranked #2417 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in California.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 57% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Rocketship Alma Academy?
532 students attend Rocketship Alma Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
85% of Rocketship Alma Academy students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Black, 4% of students are Asian, 1% of students are White, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Rocketship Alma Academy?
Rocketship Alma Academy has a student ration of 31:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Rocketship Alma Academy offer ?
Rocketship Alma Academy offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Rocketship Alma Academy part of?
Rocketship Alma Academy is part of Rocketship Alma Academy School District.
In what neighborhood is Rocketship Alma Academy located?
Rocketship Alma Academy is located in the Alma Neighborhood Association neighborhood of San Jose, CA.
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