Downtown College Prep charter schools in San Jose, nurturing and supporting your child from middle school through college and beyond.

Our Schools

With three college prep charter school campuses in San Jose, DCP serves students in grades 5-12. We are now enrolling for the 2025-2026 school year. We are so glad that you are considering DCP for your student. Whether you have a middle school or high school student, or both, we believe there is a place for them in our community. We are a free college-prep charter school committed to the personal, academic and college success of every student.

DCP Alum Rock
Middle School

Grades 6 - 8
2888 Ocala Ave.,
San Jose 95148
408-942-7000

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DCP El Camino
Middle School

Grades 5 - 8
1402 Monterey Hwy.,
San Jose 95110
408-384-4040

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DCP El Primero
High School

Grades 9 - 12
1402 Monterey Hwy.,
San Jose 95110
408-271-1730

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Our History:
DCP was founded in 2000 in San José

Our Students:
DCP serves 1600 students in grades 5-12

Our Mission:
DCP prepares first-generation students for college success

Important Enrollment Dates

Enrollment for the 25-26 school year opens on November 15, 2024. Below are the dates for our enrollment process. If you any questions please contact us.