Aspire Lionel Wilson College Preparatory Academy
K-12 school in Oakland, CA · Oakland Unified · Grades 6-12 · Charter
On the spring 2026 state tests, 40% of Aspire Lionel Wilson College Preparatory Academy students met or exceeded California's reading (ELA) standard and 11% met the math standard. In reading, that is 10 points below the California average (49%). Its reading result is higher than 46% of Bay Area K-12 schools, and it ranks 4th of 9 public K-12 schools in Oakland. Reading results in 2026 were about the same as in 2024, and math results were 2 points higher than in 2024.
Test scores, 2024 to 2026
| Subject | Spring 2024 | Spring 2025 | Spring 2026 | Change |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Reading (ELA) | 41% | 40% | 40% | −1 pt |
| Math | 9% | 12% | 11% | +2 pts |
Compared with nearby averages
| Spring 2026 | Reading (ELA) | Math |
|---|---|---|
| Aspire Lionel Wilson College Preparatory Academy | 40% | 11% |
| Alameda County | 56% | 49% |
| California | 49% | 38% |
Results by grade, spring 2026
| Grade | Reading (ELA) | Math |
|---|---|---|
| 6th grade | 23% | 11% |
| 7th grade | 41% | 16% |
| 8th grade | 32% | 11% |
| 11th grade | 66% | 6% |
Students are tested in grades 3 to 8 and 11. Each grade is a different group of students, so differences between grades are not a trend.
Where graduates go
Share of the class of 2022-23 enrolled in college within 16 months of graduating.
For fall 2025, UC admitted 20 of 22 freshman applicants from Aspire Lionel Wilson College Preparatory Academy (91%), and 9 enrolled.
Homes near Aspire Lionel Wilson College Preparatory Academy
The typical home value in ZIP code 94603, where Aspire Lionel Wilson College Preparatory Academy is located, is $508K, down 1.9% over the past year (Zillow Home Value Index). Prices inside the school's attendance zone can differ.
Charter schools usually admit by application or lottery, so where you live may not decide whether your child can attend.
Nearby K-12 schools
| Distance | School | Reading (ELA) | Math | Typical home value (ZIP) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 0.1 mi | Madison Park Academy 6-12Oakland · Grades 6-12 | 13% | 7% | $508K |
| 0.4 mi | Lodestar: A Lighthouse Community Charter Public CharterOakland · Grades K-12 | 24% | 21% | $508K |
| 2.4 mi | Coliseum College Prep AcademyOakland · Grades 6-12 | 30% | 12% | $445K |
| 2.4 mi | East Bay Innovation Academy CharterOakland · Grades 6-12 | 48% | 34% | $659K |
| 4.3 mi | LIFE AcademyOakland · Grades 6-12 | 45% | 20% | $553K |
| 4.8 mi | Bay Area Technology CharterOakland · Grades 6-12 | n/a | n/a | $594K |
School details
- Address
- 400 105th Avenue, Oakland, CA 94603
Get directions · See it on our map - Phone
- (510) 635-7737
- District
- Oakland Unified
- County
- Alameda County
- Grades
- 6-12
- Students
- 395 (2025-26)
- Type
- K-12 school · Traditional · Charter
- Opened
- 2002
- Website
- www.aspirepublicschools.org
- State school code
- 01612590130666
Common questions
How did Aspire Lionel Wilson College Preparatory Academy do on state tests?
In spring 2026, 40% of students met or exceeded the reading (ELA) standard and 11% met the math standard, compared with 49% and 38% across California.
How many students attend Aspire Lionel Wilson College Preparatory Academy?
395 students were enrolled in the 2025-26 school year, in grades 6-12.
How many Aspire Lionel Wilson College Preparatory Academy students get into UC?
For fall 2025, 20 of 22 UC freshman applicants from Aspire Lionel Wilson College Preparatory Academy were admitted. Of the class of 2022-23, 9% enrolled at a UC campus within 16 months.
How much do homes cost near Aspire Lionel Wilson College Preparatory Academy?
The typical home value in ZIP code 94603, where Aspire Lionel Wilson College Preparatory Academy is located, is $508K, down 1.9% over the past year (Zillow Home Value Index). Prices inside the school's attendance zone can differ.
Does living near Aspire Lionel Wilson College Preparatory Academy guarantee a spot?
No. As a charter school it usually admits by application or lottery rather than by address.