DCP has a singular goal for every student: graduates of DCP are able to matriculate at four-year colleges and be successful there. Committed to outcomes, DCP benchmarks and measures specific objectives to ensure achievement of this goal. DCP performance outcomes are designed to promote academic resilience and independence among students and families.

The performance metrics for students and parents include:

• Completion of University of California entrance requirements

• Parent participation in College Readiness classes

• Matriculation at four-year colleges and universities

DCP reflects the spirit of innovation and competition that drives Silicon Valley. DCP is a model for excellence in public education, affecting not only San Jose students but high schools throughout Silicon Valley and California.

DCP has graduated 224 students since 2004--5% have graduated from a four-year university and 57% are on track to earn a college degree.