APTITUD COMMUNITY ACADEMY AT GOSS

Aptitud Community Academy at Goss is a Title I public charter elementary school that is part of the Alum Rock Union Elementary school district, located in San Jose, CA with about 443 students offering grade levels from Kindergarten to 8th Grade. A Title I school provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families. Its purpose is to provide all children significant opportunity to receive a fair, equitable, and high-quality education. With about 22 teachers, Aptitud Community Academy at Goss has a student/teacher ratio of about 20:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.

Aptitud Community Academy at Goss is a public elementary school located in the Alum Rock Union School District in San Jose, California. Serving a diverse community, the school is dedicated to fostering a supportive learning environment that emphasizes both academic achievement and the development of the whole child. By focusing on a "community academy" model, the school aims to bridge the gap between classroom instruction and real-world application, encouraging students to become active participants in their education.

The school places a strong emphasis on core subjects such as literacy, mathematics, and science, while also integrating social-emotional learning to ensure students feel safe, valued, and empowered. Through various enrichment programs and a commitment to collaborative teaching, Aptitud Community Academy seeks to prepare its students for success in middle school and beyond. By maintaining strong partnerships with families and the local community, the school strives to create an inclusive atmosphere where every student has the resources and guidance necessary to reach their full potential.

For more information, contact Aptitud Community Academy at Goss at (408) 928-7656 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.