Serving 270 students in grades 9-12, Luis Valdez Leadership Academy ranks in the bottom 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 ≤5% (which is lower than the California state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30-34% (which is lower than the California state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is lower than the California state level of 22:1.
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 270 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Graduation Rate: ≥95% (Top 20% in CA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: ≤5% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Luis Valdez Leadership Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Graduation Rate
Student Attention
School Overview
Luis Valdez Leadership Academy's student population of 270 students has declined by 25% over five school years.
The teacher population of 17 teachers has grown by 21% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
270 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
17 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Luis Valdez Leadership Academy ranks within the bottom 50% of all 9,602 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Luis Valdez Leadership Academy 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.
Overall Testing Rank
#8199 out of 9602 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤5%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
22:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
12%
Hispanic
100%
55%
Black
n/a
5%
White
n/a
21%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥95%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
68%
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 Luis Valdez Leadership Academy's ranking?
Luis Valdez Leadership Academy is ranked #8199 out of 9,602 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in California.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
≤5% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CA state average), while 30-34% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Luis Valdez Leadership Academy?
The graduation rate of Luis Valdez Leadership Academy is 95%, which is higher than the California state average of 87%.
How many students attend Luis Valdez Leadership Academy?
270 students attend Luis Valdez Leadership Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
100% of Luis Valdez Leadership Academy students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Luis Valdez Leadership Academy?
Luis Valdez Leadership Academy has a student ration of 16:1, which is lower than the California state average of 22:1.
What grades does Luis Valdez Leadership Academy offer ?
Luis Valdez Leadership Academy offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Luis Valdez Leadership Academy part of?
Luis Valdez Leadership Academy is part of Luis Valdez Leadership Academy School District.
In what neighborhood is Luis Valdez Leadership Academy located?
Luis Valdez Leadership Academy is located in the Las Plumas neighborhood of San Jose, CA. There are 3 other public schools located in Las Plumas.
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