ASPIRE MONARCH ACADEMY

Aspire Monarch Academy is a Title I public charter elementary school that is part of the Oakland Unified school district, located in Oakland, CA with about 408 students offering grade levels from Kindergarten to 5th 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 21 teachers, Aspire Monarch Academy has a student/teacher ratio of about 19:1. 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.

Aspire Monarch Academy, located in East Oakland, California, is a public charter elementary school that operates under the Aspire Public Schools network. Serving students in grades TK–5, the school is dedicated to preparing its scholars for success in college and beyond by providing a rigorous, standards-based curriculum within a supportive and inclusive community. Its mission is deeply rooted in the belief that every child, regardless of their background or zip code, deserves access to a high-quality education that fosters both academic excellence and character development.

The school is known for its focus on cultivating a strong "college-going culture," where students are encouraged to set ambitious goals from an early age. By emphasizing personalized learning and data-driven instruction, Monarch Academy strives to meet the unique needs of each student. In addition to core academics, the school places a heavy emphasis on community engagement, social-emotional learning, and building strong partnerships with families to ensure that students are well-supported both inside and outside the classroom.

For more information, contact Aspire Monarch Academy at (510) 568-3101 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.