Serving 791 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Clinton William Jefferson ranks in the top 50% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 36% (which is higher than the California state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 53% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 27:1 is higher than the California state level of 22:1.
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 791 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 27:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 36% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 53% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Clinton William Jefferson's student population of 791 students has declined by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 29 teachers has declined by 12% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
Total Students
791 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
29 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Clinton William Jefferson ranks within the top 50% of all 9,602 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Clinton William Jefferson is 0.11, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.64. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#3256 out of 9602 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
36%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
53%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
27:1
22:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
12%
Hispanic
94%
55%
Black
5%
5%
White
n/a
21%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
64%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (21-22)
4%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Clinton William Jefferson's ranking?
Clinton William Jefferson is ranked #3256 out of 9,602 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in California.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
36% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CA state average), while 53% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Clinton William Jefferson?
791 students attend Clinton William Jefferson.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
94% of Clinton William Jefferson students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Clinton William Jefferson?
Clinton William Jefferson has a student ration of 27:1, which is higher than the California state average of 22:1.
What grades does Clinton William Jefferson offer ?
Clinton William Jefferson offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8
What school district is Clinton William Jefferson part of?
Clinton William Jefferson is part of Compton Unified School District.
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