Downtown College Prep - Alum Rock District

Downtown College Prep - Alum Rock District operates as an active, single-school independent charter district located at 1776 Educational Park Dr. in San Jose, California. Situated within a large city setting in the San Jose-Sunnyvale-Santa Clara metropolitan area, the district functions as its own local educational agency for federal programs, serving middle and high school grade levels from 6th through 12th grade. Designed to provide a structured, college-preparatory educational pathway, the district focuses on fostering academic achievement and post-secondary readiness for students in Santa Clara County.

During the 2024–2025 academic year, the district reported an active enrollment of 202 middle school students across grades 6 through 8, including 122 male and 80 female scholars. Reflecting the vibrant cultural makeup of its surrounding urban neighborhood, the student body is predominantly Hispanic (187 students), alongside Asian, Black, and multiracial representation. Educational and operational needs are met through a dedicated team comprising approximately 22.5 full-time equivalent teachers, 5 instructional aides, and a comprehensive support staff network, ensuring students receive personalized academic guidance and strong wraparound services.