Serving 558 students in grades 7-8, George V. Leyva Intermediate 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 35% (which is higher than the California state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 46% (which is lower than the California state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 18:1 is lower than the California state level of 22:1.
Minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 7-8
- Enrollment: 558 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 35% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 46% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 32% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
George V. Leyva Intermediate ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Student Attention
School Overview
George V. Leyva Intermediate's student population of 558 students has declined by 23% over five school years.
The teacher population of 31 teachers has grown by 14% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
Total Students
558 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
31 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
George V. Leyva Intermediate 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 George V. Leyva Intermediate is 0.58, 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
#3947 out of 9602 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
46%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
32%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
22:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
43%
12%
Hispanic
49%
55%
Black
2%
5%
White
2%
21%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
3%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
48%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is George V. Leyva Intermediate's ranking?
George V. Leyva Intermediate is ranked #3947 out of 9,602 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in California.
What schools are George V. Leyva Intermediate often compared to?
George V. Leyva Intermediateis often viewed alongside schools like Quimby Oak Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CA state average), while 46% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend George V. Leyva Intermediate?
558 students attend George V. Leyva Intermediate.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
49% of George V. Leyva Intermediate students are Hispanic, 43% of students are Asian, 3% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Black, 2% of students are White, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of George V. Leyva Intermediate?
George V. Leyva Intermediate has a student ration of 18:1, which is lower than the California state average of 22:1.
What grades does George V. Leyva Intermediate offer ?
George V. Leyva Intermediate offers enrollment in grades 7-8
What school district is George V. Leyva Intermediate part of?
George V. Leyva Intermediate is part of Evergreen Elementary School District.
In what neighborhood is George V. Leyva Intermediate located?
George V. Leyva Intermediate is located in the Evergreen neighborhood of San Jose, CA. There are 12 other public schools located in Evergreen.
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