Serving 997 students in grades 6-8, Jefferson Leadership Academies ranks in the top 50% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 25% (which is lower than the California state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 47% (which is equal to the California state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 24:1 is higher than the California state level of 22:1.
Minority enrollment is 96% 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: 6-8
- Enrollment: 997 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 24:1
- Minority Enrollment: 96%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 25% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 47% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 17% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Jefferson Leadership Academies's student population of 997 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 41 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
997 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
41 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Jefferson Leadership Academies 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 Jefferson Leadership Academies is 0.52, 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
#4550 out of 9602 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
47%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
17%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
24:1
22:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
9%
12%
Hispanic
67%
55%
Black
16%
5%
White
4%
21%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
70%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (21-22)
1%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Jefferson Leadership Academies's ranking?
Jefferson Leadership Academies is ranked #4550 out of 9,602 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in California.
What schools are Jefferson Leadership Academies often compared to?
Jefferson Leadership Academiesis often viewed alongside schools like Rogers Middle School, Stanford Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
25% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CA state average), while 47% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Jefferson Leadership Academies?
997 students attend Jefferson Leadership Academies.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
67% of Jefferson Leadership Academies students are Hispanic, 16% of students are Black, 9% of students are Asian, 4% of students are White, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Jefferson Leadership Academies?
Jefferson Leadership Academies has a student ration of 24:1, which is higher than the California state average of 22:1.
What grades does Jefferson Leadership Academies offer ?
Jefferson Leadership Academies offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Jefferson Leadership Academies part of?
Jefferson Leadership Academies is part of Long Beach Unified School District.
In what neighborhood is Jefferson Leadership Academies located?
Jefferson Leadership Academies is located in the Eastside neighborhood of Long Beach, CA. There are 3 other public schools located in Eastside.
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