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Discovery Prep

At Rocketship Discovery Prep, we believe that teaching students creative expression has a profound impact on their social, emotional, and academic development. In addition to rigorous instruction in math, science, reading, and social studies, our Rocketeers are exposed to visual art, musical foundations, and dance. Our emphasis on creative expression helps shape our Rocketeer’s values, perspectives, and understanding of themselves and the world around them.

We named our school after the Discovery Space Shuttle, which is one of the most renowned NASA orbiters. We honor its name by teaching our Rocketeers to never give up, to fight for what they believe in, to aim for the stars, and to always help their community. The teachers here are always discovering new ways to challenge and inspire our children. As a parent at Rocketship Discovery Prep, I have learned how to advocate for my child's education.

— Eva Heredia, Parent

Why Apply Now for the 2026–27 School Year?

At Rocketship California, we don’t believe in a one-size-fits-all approach. We focus on academic growth through personalized, project-based learning that accelerates all students.
In the 2024-25 school year, Rocketship Discovery Prep was ranked #1 in ELA and Math in the San Jose Unified School District for socio-economically disadvantaged students.
On the NWEA MAP—a nationally normed, gold standard assessment of academic growth, California Rocketeers achieved:
- 1.3 years of growth in math—equivalent to 54 extra instructional days of learning
- 1.5 years of growth in reading—equivalent to 90 extra instructional days of learning

Lottery and Application Information

Rocketship is a tuition-free TK-5 public school and we accept applications from students entering grades TK-5. The application is free, there is no interview process and students are admitted by random lottery. All students who are residents of the Bay Area, including students with IEPs and English Language Learners, are encouraged to apply.

Families can apply to our schools through SchoolMint, the application system for Rocketship Public Schools California. Start your application online and remember to select your preferred Rocketship school when you submit your application!

2026-27 Lottery Dates:
Application Opens: November 3, 2025
Application Closes: February 20, 2026
Live Lottery: February 25, 2026
Lottery Announcement: February 27, 2026

Ranked #1 in ELA and Math in the San Jose Unified School District

for Socio-economically Disadvantaged Students

Key Information

Grades: TK - 5th
Enrollment: 401
Address: 370 Wooster Ave. San Jose, CA 95116
Principal: Ayesha Doster
Office Manager: Jovana Topete
Email: discoveryprep@rsed.org
Tel: 408-217-8951
Se habla español

Discovery Prep

370 Wooster Ave. San Jose, CA 95116

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Join the California Leadership Organizing Committee

Are you interested in getting more involved with our school community? Join us for our next California Leadership Organizing Committee (CLOC) meeting where families get to know each other, learn what local issues may be affecting them, and learn new skills to help ensure their voices are heard in the community. You can learn more about our parent leadership work here.