DOWNTOWN COLLEGE PREP - ALUM ROCK

Downtown College Prep - Alum Rock is a Title I public charter high school that is part of the Santa Clara County Office of Education school district, located in San Jose, CA with about 677 students offering grade levels from 6th Grade to 12th Grade. Student demographics can be found below. 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 25 teachers, Downtown College Prep - Alum Rock has a student/teacher ratio of about 27:1. 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.

Downtown College Prep (DCP) - Alum Rock is a public charter middle school located in East San Jose, California, dedicated to ensuring that first-generation college students have the tools and support necessary to succeed in higher education. As part of the wider DCP network, the school operates on the core belief that "college readiness" begins long before high school, focusing on a rigorous academic environment paired with a strong culture of personal accountability. The campus serves a diverse student body, emphasizing small class sizes and personalized instruction to help students bridge academic gaps and meet the requirements for admission to four-year universities.

Beyond academics, Alum Rock prioritizes a holistic approach to student development, offering programs that foster leadership, resilience, and community engagement. By maintaining a close-knit school culture, the staff works to build strong relationships with both students and families to navigate the complexities of the college application process. For families in the Alum Rock area, DCP provides a pathway toward social and economic mobility, centering its mission on the goal that every graduate will not only gain acceptance to a college or university but will also possess the skills to thrive once they arrive.

For more information, contact Downtown College Prep - Alum Rock at (408) 271-1730 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.