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#8416 of 9,539 schools in CA

Escuela Popular Accelerated Family Learning

School · Escuela Popular Accelerated Family Learning District

149 North White Rd., San Jose, CA 95127

Charter

Enrollment

396

Student-Teacher

23.3:1

Score

4.1

Grades

Kindergarten – 12th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

California schools

#8,416 of 9,539

In San Jose

#189 of 223

public schools

Academic growth

9.6 / 10

Excellent

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Escuela Popular Accelerated Family Learning

4.1/10

School in San Jose · grades Kindergarten – 12th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

Escuela Popular/center for Training and Careers Family Lrng

3.7/10

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About Escuela Popular Accelerated Family Learning

Escuela Popular Accelerated Family Learning is a public school in San Jose, CA, part of Escuela Popular Accelerated Family Learning District. Escuela Popular Accelerated Family Learning serves approximately 396 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-12th, and has a 23.3:1 student-teacher ratio. Escuela Popular Accelerated Family Learning has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.1 out of 10 and ranks #8,416 of 9,539 schools in CA.

Structured state assessment records for Escuela Popular Accelerated Family Learning show 6% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2018-2024) and 10% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2018-2024).

How it compares2.2 pts below CA schools
  • This school 4.1 · Below Average
  • CA avg 6.3

What Parents Should Know

Test scores at Escuela Popular Accelerated Family Learning 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.

Escuela Popular Accelerated Family Learning runs 23.3:1 students to teachers, above the national average. That often means bigger classes. Ask how the school supports kids who need extra help, and whether there are teaching assistants or small-group time.

Escuela Popular Accelerated Family Learning 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

Full Profile · 4/4 metrics
Student Progress9.6Excellent25%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data4
Annual Change+0.26 pts/yr
Data Period2018–2024
TrendStable
Academics2.5Needs Improvement25%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency7.4% (2024 CAASPP)
Reading/ELA Proficiency8.9% (2024 CAASPP)
Math vs. State Avg-38.3 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-33.9 pts
Overall Proficiency8% (2024 CAASPP, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)22% (model expectation from 2024 CAASPP)
vs. Expected-13.9 pts
Adjusted Percentile8th
College Readiness1.6Needs Improvement30%
Graduation rates, AP course participation, and IB availability.
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4-Year Graduation Rate≤20%
IB ProgramNo
Resources & Environment3.1Needs Improvement20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio23.3:1
Per-Pupil Spending$16,854
Chronic Absenteeism44.4%

Escuela Popular Accelerated Family Learning — Students at Escuela Popular Accelerated Family Learning score 8% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 22%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

92.9%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)

Math Proficiency 5.9% (multi-year average, 2018-2024)
School
State
36.8% (2024 CAASPP)
ELA Proficiency 10.0% (multi-year average, 2018-2024)
School
State
45.8% (2024 CAASPP)

Based on 20 test records from CA state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

→ Stable

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2018
Math
2.5%
ELA
12%
2019
Math
2.5%
ELA
12%
2022
Math
7.5%
ELA
13.7%
2024
Math
6.6%
ELA
8.9%

Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 9.6/10.

How Escuela Popular Accelerated Family Learning Compares

See how Escuela Popular Accelerated Family Learning performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
4.1/10
12th percentile in CA
Academic
2.5/10
Needs Improvement
Growth
9.6/10
Excellent
Environment
3.1/10
Needs Improvement

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
93%
Teaching Staff
23:1 student-teacher ratio
17 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
44.4%

Location

149 North White Rd., San Jose, CA 95127

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Escuela Popular Accelerated Family Learning may also want to explore other schools in the area. Rocketship Academy Brilliant Minds (rated 8.1/10, 1.2 miles away, in nearby Redwood City), which scores notably higher. Another option is Latino College Preparatory Academy (rated 7.7/10, 1.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Russo/McEntee Academy (rated 7.1/10, 0.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in San Jose, see our San Jose schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 1.3 mi
School Distance Rating
Escuela Popular/Center for Training and Careers Family Lrng San Jose 0.0 mi 3.7
James Lick High San Jose 0.2 mi 6.8
ST JOHN VIANNEY CATHOLIC SCHOOL San Jose 0.3 mi 6.6
Russo/McEntee Academy San Jose 0.3 mi 7.1
Foothill High San Jose 0.4 mi 4.2
Lyndale Elementary San Jose 0.7 mi 4.0
Linda Vista Elementary San Jose 0.7 mi 5.7
Millard McCollam Elementary San Jose 0.8 mi 6.2
William Sheppard Middle San Jose 0.7 mi 5.6
Ben Painter Elementary San Jose 0.8 mi 5.7
Rocketship Fuerza Community Prep Redwood City 1.0 mi 3.6
Joseph George Middle San Jose 0.9 mi 5.4
Horace Cureton Elementary San Jose 0.9 mi 4.0
Rocketship Si Se Puede Academy Redwood City 1.2 mi 3.7
Rocketship Academy Brilliant Minds Redwood City 1.2 mi 8.1
Latino College Preparatory Academy San Jose 1.1 mi 7.7
Voices College-Bound Language Academy at Mt. Pleasant San Jose 1.1 mi 1.4
STELLAR LEARNING ACADEMY San Jose 1.1 mi
B. Roberto Cruz Leadership Academy San Jose 1.1 mi 6.2
Aptitud Community Academy at Goss San Jose 1.3 mi 4.8

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 95127 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$120,548

Median Home Value

$995,100

Median Rent

$2,549/mo

Population

61,091

College Educated

26.6%

Homeownership

65.7%

Avg Commute

28.6 min

Poverty Rate

8.8%

Median Age

39

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Escuela Popular Accelerated Family Learning

What grades does Escuela Popular Accelerated Family Learning serve?

Escuela Popular Accelerated Family Learning serves students in grades Kindergarten through 12th.

How many students attend Escuela Popular Accelerated Family Learning?

Escuela Popular Accelerated Family Learning has an enrollment of approximately 396 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Escuela Popular Accelerated Family Learning?

The student-teacher ratio at Escuela Popular Accelerated Family Learning is 23.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Escuela Popular Accelerated Family Learning rank in CA?

Escuela Popular Accelerated Family Learning ranks #8,416 of 9,539 schools in CA.

What is Escuela Popular Accelerated Family Learning's MySchoolScout rating?

Escuela Popular Accelerated Family Learning has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.1 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 Escuela Popular Accelerated Family Learning?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Escuela Popular Accelerated Family Learning has 6% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2018-2024) and 10% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2018-2024).

Is Escuela Popular Accelerated Family Learning a charter school?

Yes, Escuela Popular Accelerated Family Learning is a charter school. Charter schools are publicly funded but independently operated, often with more flexibility in curriculum and teaching methods.

Is Escuela Popular Accelerated Family Learning a Title I school?

No, Escuela Popular Accelerated Family Learning is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Escuela Popular Accelerated Family Learning?

92.9% of students at Escuela Popular Accelerated Family Learning qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
78 Very Walkable
Transit Score
50 Good Transit
Bike Score
61 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Kindergarten – 12th
Enrollment
396
Student-Teacher Ratio
23.3:1
Teachers (FTE)
17
Free/Reduced Lunch
92.9%
Type
regular
Setting
Large City
County
Santa Clara County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
44.4%
4-Year Graduation
≤20%

District

Escuela Popular Accelerated Family Learning District
District Enrollment
396
Schools in District
1
Per-Pupil Spending
$16,854
District Rank
#1 of 1

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