Very Good
#2449 of 9,539 schools in CA
Top 26% in state
Aurum Preparatory Academy
Middle School · Aurum Preparatory Academy District
1034 66th Ave., Oakland, CA 94621
Enrollment
122
Student-Teacher
15.2:1
Score
7.5
Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
122
Student-Teacher
15.2:1
Score
7.5
Grades
6th – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#2,449 of 9,539
In Oakland
#17 of 147
public schools
Academic growth
9.7 / 10
Excellent
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Aurum Preparatory Academy
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About Aurum Preparatory Academy
Aurum Preparatory Academy is a public middle school in Oakland, CA, part of Aurum Preparatory Academy District. Aurum Preparatory Academy serves approximately 122 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 15.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Aurum Preparatory Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.5 out of 10 and ranks #2,449 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Aurum Preparatory Academy show 12% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2018-2024) and 18% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2018-2024).
- This school 7.5 · Very Good
- CA avg 6.5
What Parents Should Know
At 122 students, Aurum Preparatory Academy is on the smaller side. That usually buys more individual attention and teachers who know every kid by name, with the trade-off of fewer electives and extracurriculars than a larger school can staff. Ask what activities it actually offers.
Test scores at Aurum Preparatory Academy sit below average, but its growth scores are strong: students here make above-average progress year over year. The raw numbers haven't caught up, but a school that keeps moving kids forward is doing the harder, more important work.
Aurum Preparatory Academy is a charter school: publicly funded, but run with more independence than a traditional district school. Many charters are built around a specific model or focus, so it's worth understanding this one's mission, how enrollment works, and how it differs from the district schools nearby.
Score Breakdown
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Aurum Preparatory Academy — Students at Aurum Preparatory Academy score 15% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 20%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
95.9%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)
Based on 18 test records from CA state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 9.7/10.
How Aurum Preparatory Academy Compares
See how Aurum Preparatory Academy performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
1034 66th Ave., Oakland, CA 94621
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Aurum Preparatory Academy may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Oakland Unity Middle (rated 7.6/10, 0.3 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, Frick United Academy of Language Middle (rated 4.0/10, 1.2 miles away), a more accessible option. For more schools in Oakland, see our Oakland schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.3 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Aspire Golden State College Preparatory Academy Oakland | 0.2 mi | 5.2 |
| Coliseum College Prep Academy Oakland | 0.3 mi | 7.1 |
| Lockwood STEAM Academy Elementary Oakland | 0.3 mi | 3.4 |
| Oakland Unity Middle Oakland | 0.3 mi | 7.6 |
| Alternatives in Action Oakland | 0.5 mi | 6.7 |
| Greenleaf Oakland | 0.5 mi | 2.7 |
| EnCompass Academy Elementary Oakland | 0.6 mi | 2.8 |
| ACORN Woodland Elementary Oakland | 0.6 mi | 2.9 |
| Bridges @ Melrose Academy Elementary Oakland | 0.9 mi | 2.3 |
| Muhammad University Oakland | 1.0 mi | — |
| Horace Mann Elementary Oakland | 1.2 mi | 2.0 |
| Frick United Academy of Language Middle Oakland | 1.2 mi | 4.0 |
| Highland Community Oakland | 1.0 mi | 2.2 |
| Markham Elementary Oakland | 1.1 mi | 2.7 |
| Oakland Unity High Oakland | 1.3 mi | 8.3 |
| SPECTRUM CENTER Oakland | 1.2 mi | 5.6 |
| Spectrum Center, Camden Campus Oakland | 1.2 mi | — |
| Fremont High Oakland | 1.3 mi | 5.4 |
| East Oakland Pride Elementary Oakland | 1.2 mi | 4.1 |
| Aspire Triumph Technology Academy Oakland | 1.3 mi | 2.2 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 94621 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$53,106
Median Home Value
$537,600
Median Rent
$1,527/mo
Population
34,658
College Educated
12.6%
Homeownership
35%
Avg Commute
28.7 min
Poverty Rate
19.3%
Median Age
33.4
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| JULIA MORGAN SCHOOL FOR GIRLS Oakland, CA | 7.6 |
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| Miller's Hill Shingle Springs, CA | 7.4 |
| Oakland Unity Middle Oakland, CA | 7.6 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Aurum Preparatory Academy
What grades does Aurum Preparatory Academy serve?
Aurum Preparatory Academy serves students in grades 6th through 8th.
How many students attend Aurum Preparatory Academy?
Aurum Preparatory Academy has an enrollment of approximately 122 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Aurum Preparatory Academy?
The student-teacher ratio at Aurum Preparatory Academy is 15.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Aurum Preparatory Academy rank in CA?
Aurum Preparatory Academy ranks #2,449 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Aurum Preparatory Academy's MySchoolScout rating?
Aurum Preparatory Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.5 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at Aurum Preparatory Academy?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Aurum Preparatory Academy has 12% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2018-2024) and 18% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2018-2024).
Is Aurum Preparatory Academy a charter school?
Yes, Aurum Preparatory Academy is a charter school. Charter schools are publicly funded but independently operated, often with more flexibility in curriculum and teaching methods.
Is Aurum Preparatory Academy a Title I school?
No, Aurum Preparatory Academy is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Aurum Preparatory Academy?
95.9% of students at Aurum Preparatory Academy qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 6th – 8th
- Enrollment
- 122
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 15.2:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 8
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 95.9%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Alameda County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 50.0%
- Phone
- (415) 763-8974
Resources & Links
District
Aurum Preparatory Academy District- District Enrollment
- 122
- Schools in District
- 1
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $24,007
- District Rank
- #1 of 1
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