At AIMS, we believe every student deserves a future full of opportunity.

• Proven Success: For 15 consecutive years, 100% of our graduating seniors have been accepted into four-year colleges and universities.

• Recognized Excellence: AIMS schools have been named among the top-performing public schools in California.

• Inclusive & Supportive: We proudly serve students with disabilities, English learners, and foster/homeless youth.

• College & Career Readiness: Our programs prepare students not just for graduation—but for success in higher education and beyond.

AIMS is deeply committed to access, inclusion, and fairness.

• Priority Enrollment: Applications from homeless and foster youth are given top priority.

• No Permanent Address? Families in transitional housing may use the Oakland Enrolls address:
  490 Lake Park Ave #16201, Oakland, CA 94610

• McKinney-Vento Protections: Students experiencing homelessness are guaranteed rights and support under federal law.

• Fair & Transparent Admissions: Enrollment is managed through Oakland Enrolls, a third-party system that ensures equity through a public lottery. No interviews, no screening—every child has an equal chance.

Applications are accepted through Oakland Enrolls. For the best chance of securing a spot, follow the steps by grade level:

• Grades K–5: Apply to AIMS K-8 (AIPCS II)

• Grades 6–8: Apply to both schools for the best chance:

  • AIMS Middle School (more open seats)

  • AIMS K-8 (AIPCS II)

• Grades 9–12: Apply to AIMS High School

Step 1: Submit an Application
Visit OaklandEnrolls.org to complete your child’s application.

Step 2: After You Apply
Go to OaklandEnrolls.org/next-stepsfor instructions on how to:

• Confirm your application was submitted

• Learn about important deadlines

• Prepare for the public lottery process

Step 3: Public Lottery
For more information go to OaklandEnrolls.org/faq/

• Lottery - March 2nd

👉 Start Your Application Here

When space is limited, enrollment is offered in the following order:
On-time applications (February 17th deadline)

1. Current AIMS K-12 students

2. Siblings of enrolled AIMS students

3. Students residing within Oakland Unified School District boundaries

4. All other California applicants

• Required Documents

  • Proof of Identity – Examples: Birth Certificate, Passport, or Affidavit. Accepted from any country of issue.

  • Immunization Record

  • Oral Exam – Kindergarten–1st Grade only

  • Tdap Vaccine – 7th & 8th Grade only

  • Transcript/Report Cards – 1st–12th Grade

  If Applicable

  • Asthma Action Plan

  • Seizure Action Plan

  • TB Skin Test/PPD

  • SBAC, ELPAC Scores

  • IEP/504 Plan

  • Guardianship Papers

• 🏆 Distinguished School Awards at multiple AIMS campuses

• 🎓 16 years of 100% 4-year college acceptance across all graduating classes

• ⭐ Consistently ranked among the top public schools in Oakland and California

• AIMS K-8 (AIPCS II) – A strong foundation for grades K–8

• AIMS High School – Preparing students for college and beyond (grades 9–12)

• Special Education – Comprehensive support services, including honoring students’ IEPs (Individualized Education Programs), to ensure every student thrives.

• English Language Development (ELD) – Tailored instruction to support new comers and English learners in achieving fluency and academic excellence.

• Expanded Learning Opportunities Program (ELOP) — Learning programs that focus on developing the academic, social, emotional and physical needs and interests of students through hands-on, engaging learning experiences.