Serving 692 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 40% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%). 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 26:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 692 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 26:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 40% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 53% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: The attendance zone for William Jefferson Clinton School is located in the eastern part of Compton, CA, covering an area of approximately 1.3 square miles. Most families live within a 5-10 minute drive from the school, with the farthest edge of the zone being about 1.2 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Clinton William Jefferson's student population of 692 students has declined by 18% over five school years.
The teacher population of 27 teachers has declined by 20% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
Total Students
692 students
Showing 2015–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
27 teachers
Showing 2014–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Motto
Imagine | Believe | Achieve
School Rankings
Clinton William Jefferson ranks within the top 50% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Clinton William Jefferson is 0.10, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.63. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#2983 out of 9523 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2011–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40%
34%
Showing 2011–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
53%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
26:1
21:1
Showing 2014–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
95%
56%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
Black
4%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
White
1%
20%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)37.1%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
82%
54%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
8%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
Lions
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 #2983 out of 9,523 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?
40% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% 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?
692 students attend Clinton William Jefferson.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
95% of Clinton William Jefferson students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Black, and 1% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Clinton William Jefferson?
Clinton William Jefferson has a student ration of 26:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
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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