Serving 3 students in grades 7-10, Jewel City Community Day ranks in the top 50% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is <50% (which is higher than the California state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is <50% (which is equal to the California state average of 50%).
The student:teacher ratio of 3:1 is lower than the California state level of 22:1.
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Alternative school / Magnet School
- Grades: 7-10
- Enrollment: 3 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 3:1
- Math Proficiency: <50% (Top 1% in CA)
- Reading Proficiency: <50% (Top 1%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Jewel City Community Day ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Jewel City Community Day's student population of 3 students has declined by 66% over five school years.
The teacher population of 1 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 7-10
Total Students
3 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
1 teacher
Students by Grade
School Rankings
The diversity score of Jewel City Community Day is 0.00, 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.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(17-18)<50%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(17-18)<50%
50%
Student : Teacher Ratio
3:1
22:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
12%
Hispanic
n/a
55%
Black
n/a
5%
White
100%
21%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
51%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
<50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% CA state average), while <50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% CA state average).
How many students attend Jewel City Community Day?
3 students attend Jewel City Community Day.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
100% of Jewel City Community Day students are White.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Jewel City Community Day?
Jewel City Community Day has a student ration of 3:1, which is lower than the California state average of 22:1.
What grades does Jewel City Community Day offer ?
Jewel City Community Day offers enrollment in grades 7-10
What school district is Jewel City Community Day part of?
Jewel City Community Day is part of Glendale Unified School District.
In what neighborhood is Jewel City Community Day located?
Jewel City Community Day is located in the Pacific Edison neighborhood of Glendale, CA. There are 2 other public schools located in Pacific Edison.
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