AIMS College Prep: Empowering Inner-City Students Through Comprehensive Education
AIMS College Prep is dedicated to providing comprehensive educational opportunities to inner-city students, spanning from kindergarten through high school. With a strong emphasis on academic excellence, college preparation, and closing the opportunity gap, AIMS strives to ensure that all students have the chance to succeed in college and beyond.
AIMS College Prep High School
AIMS College Prep High School serves 432 students in grades 9-12. The school's focus is on excellent student attendance (97%), which helps ensure their academic success. AIMS High School received the A-G Quality School Award from Families in Action for Quality Education to honor the 100% completion rate of A-G requirements for Black and Latinx students in our district.
STEAM Approach and College Preparation
AIMS High School uses the STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, the Arts, and Math) approach with a special focus on closing the opportunity gap for our socio-economically disadvantaged students. AIMS believes students should have equal opportunity to attend college and every year we ensure 100% of our AIMS High School students are accepted into 4- year colleges or universities.
Rankings and Performance
Aims College Prep High is ranked #411 in the National Rankings. Schools are ranked on their performance on state-required tests, graduation and how well they prepare students for college.All Rankings:
- #411 in National Rankings
- #52 in California High Schools
- #10 in San Francisco, CA Metro Area High Schools
- #82 in Charter High Schools
College-Ready Student Performance
High school students take AP® exams and IB exams to earn college credit and demonstrate success at college-level coursework. Higher educational institutions grant credits or advanced placement based on student performance on AP® exams. This shows this school's student participation and performance on these exams if data were available.
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- Proportion of 12th Grade Class Who Took an Exam 100%
- Proportion of 12th Grade Class Who Scored 3+ on an Exam 46%
- Exam Takers in 12th Grade Class Who Scored 3+ on an Exam 38%
Graduation Rate
Graduation Rate 96% (somewhat above state median)
Location
Aims College Prep High is located at 746 Grand Ave. Oakland, California 94607.
Commitment to Non-Discrimination
AIMS prohibits unlawful discrimination (such as discriminatory harassment, intimidation, or bullying) against any student, employee, or other person participating in district programs and activities, including, but not limited to, those programs or activities funded directly by or that receive or benefit from any state financial assistance, based on the person's actual or perceived characteristics of race or ethnicity, color, ancestry, nationality, national origin, immigration status, ethnic group identification, age, religion, marital, pregnancy, or parental status, physical or mental disability, medical condition, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, or genetic information, or any other characteristic identified in Education Code 200 or 220, Government Code 11135, or Penal Code 422.55 or equity or compliance with Title IX, or based on his/her association with a person or group with one or more of these actual or perceived characteristics (5 CCR 4610).
Charter Petition
AIMS College Prep High School submitted a Charter Petition to Oakland Unified School District (OUSD) requesting a renewal of the charter for a term of 5 to 7 years. The full petition includes detailed information about AIMS’ mission and goals, governance structure, student demographics, academic practices, and school performance data.
AIMS College Prep Middle School
AIMS College Prep Middle School serves 212 inner-city students from grades 6 - 8. The focus of AIMS Middle School has been excellent student attendance (99.5%), which helps ensure the academic needs of our students. AIMS Middle School received the Blue Ribbon Award, which is given to the top 200 schools in the nation. They received the CAPP Award for innovative practices during the pandemic.
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Student Demographics
AIMS Middle School is a vibrant and diverse learning community, reflecting a rich tapestry of cultures and backgrounds. The student body includes 38.7% Asian, 34% African American, and 11.8% Hispanic students, alongside smaller but meaningful representations of White (5.7%), Filipino (1.4%), Two or More Races (3.8%), American Indian (0.5%), and Pacific Islander (0.5%) students.
Charter Petition
AIMS College Prep Middle School (6th-8th) submitted a Charter Petition to Oakland Unified School District (OUSD) requesting a renewal of the charter for a term of 5 to 7 years. The full petition includes detailed information about AIMS’ mission and goals, governance structure, student demographics, academic practices, and school performance data.
AIMS College Prep K-8
AIMS College Prep K-8 now serves over 620 inner-city students from grades K-8. The focus of AIMS K-8 has been excellent student attendance (99.5%), which helps ensure the academic needs of our students. AIMS K-8 received the CA Distinguished School Award for excellent academics and for closing the achievement gap. They attained the CAPP Award for innovative practices during the pandemic. Our students have exceeded the standards set forth by the No Child Left Behind Act each year with Math and ELA assessment scores higher than both Oakland's and California's averages.
Charter Petition at AIPCS II
At AIPCS II, we are committed to transparency and community partnership in shaping the future of our school. Our charter petition outlines our academic vision, programs, and goals for the next charter term. We invite families, staff, alumni, and community members to review the petition and learn more about how we will continue to provide high-quality education for our students.
Aims Community College
Choose from 200+ accredited degree and certificate programs. Choose from several paths to earn a low-tuition associate degree that transfers to a bachelor’s program. At Aims, it was about giving you the tools to succeed in each class and life itself. Aims Enrollment Coaches are here to guide you through the enrollment process and answer your questions about Aims. Make an appointment to meet with a coach online or on campus. After you apply to Aims for free, it's easy to enroll by following these steps. Apply for financial aid, including grants, scholarships and loans to help pay for your education.
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