Aspire Public Schools serves over 14,000 students in California and Memphis, Tennassee. University Charter School opened in 1999 as Aspire's first Modesto area school.  Today, there are 3 schools in the region: University Charter School (TK - 5th grade), Summit Charter School (TK - 5th grade), and Vanguard Prepratory Academy (6th grade - 12th grade). The three Aspire Public Schools in Stanislaus County serve a diverse poulation that is representative of the region.