Rocketship Spark Academy
Elementary school in San Jose, CA · Franklin-McKinley Elementary · Grades K-5 · Charter
On the spring 2026 state tests, 41% of Rocketship Spark Academy students met or exceeded California's reading (ELA) standard and 55% met the math standard. In reading, that is 9 points below the California average (49%). Its reading result is higher than 38% of Bay Area elementary schools, and it ranks 72nd of 122 public elementary schools in San Jose. Reading results in 2026 were 12 points lower than in 2024, and math results were 5 points lower than in 2024.
Test scores, 2024 to 2026
| Subject | Spring 2024 | Spring 2025 | Spring 2026 | Change |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Reading (ELA) | 52% | 50% | 41% | −12 pts |
| Math | 60% | 57% | 55% | −5 pts |
Compared with nearby averages
| Spring 2026 | Reading (ELA) | Math |
|---|---|---|
| Rocketship Spark Academy | 41% | 55% |
| Santa Clara County | 60% | 54% |
| California | 49% | 38% |
Results by grade, spring 2026
| Grade | Reading (ELA) | Math |
|---|---|---|
| 3rd grade | 42% | 69% |
| 4th grade | 43% | 52% |
| 5th grade | 33% | 32% |
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.
Homes near Rocketship Spark Academy
The typical home value in ZIP code 95111, where Rocketship Spark Academy is located, is $1.02M, down 0.4% 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 elementary schools
| Distance | School | Reading (ELA) | Math | Typical home value (ZIP) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 0.2 mi | Voices College-Bound Language Academy CharterSan Jose · Grades K-8 | 24% | 22% | $1.02M |
| 0.2 mi | G. W. Hellyer ElementarySan Jose · Grades K-6 | 37% | 32% | $1.02M |
| 0.5 mi | Lairon College Preparatory AcademySan Jose · Grades K-6 | 15% | 8% | $1.02M |
| 0.6 mi | Christopher ElementarySan Jose · Grades K-8 | 27% | 19% | $1.02M |
| 0.6 mi | Rocketship Rising Stars CharterSan Jose · Grades K-5 | 68% | 73% | $1.02M |
| 1.0 mi | Captain Jason M. Dahl ElementarySan Jose · Grades K-6 | 24% | 18% | $1.02M |
School details
- Address
- 683 Sylvandale Avenue, San Jose, CA 95111
Get directions · See it on our map - Phone
- (877) 806-0920
- District
- Franklin-McKinley Elementary
- County
- Santa Clara County
- Grades
- K-5
- Students
- 569 (2025-26)
- Type
- Elementary school · Traditional · Charter
- Opened
- 2013
- State school code
- 43694500128108
Common questions
How did Rocketship Spark Academy do on state tests?
In spring 2026, 41% of students met or exceeded the reading (ELA) standard and 55% met the math standard, compared with 49% and 38% across California.
How many students attend Rocketship Spark Academy?
569 students were enrolled in the 2025-26 school year, in grades K-5.
How much do homes cost near Rocketship Spark Academy?
The typical home value in ZIP code 95111, where Rocketship Spark Academy is located, is $1.02M, down 0.4% over the past year (Zillow Home Value Index). Prices inside the school's attendance zone can differ.
Does living near Rocketship Spark Academy guarantee a spot?
No. As a charter school it usually admits by application or lottery rather than by address.