Serving 723 students in grades 5-8, Herman (Leonard) Intermediate ranks in the top 20% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 58% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 76% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 23:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 81% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 5-8
- Enrollment: 723 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 23:1
- Minority Enrollment: 81%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 58% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 76% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 59% (Top 10%)
- Attendance Zone: Herman (Leonard) Intermediate serves the west part of San Jose, CA, covering an area of approximately 4.6 square miles. Most students live within a short 5-10 minute drive, with an average distance of 1.4 miles to the school from the zone's edge, and the furthest point being about 2 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Herman (Leonard) Intermediate ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Herman (Leonard) Intermediate's student population of 723 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 32 teachers has declined by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 5-8
Total Students
723 students
Showing 2015–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
32 teachers
Showing 2014–2025. View full 39-year historical data
School Calendar
School Rankings
Herman (Leonard) Intermediate ranks within the top 20% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Herman (Leonard) Intermediate is 0.72, which is more 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
#991 out of 9523 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Showing 2011–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
58%
34%
Showing 2011–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
76%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
59%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
23:1
21:1
Showing 2014–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Asian
32%
12%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Hispanic
38%
56%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Black
3%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 38-year historical data
White
19%
20%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
7%
6%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 17-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)14.3%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
28%
54%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 34-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
8%
Showing 2013–2025. View full 27-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Herman (Leonard) Intermediate's ranking?
Herman (Leonard) Intermediate is ranked #991 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in California.
What schools are Herman (Leonard) Intermediate often compared to?
Herman (Leonard) Intermediateis often viewed alongside schools like Bernal Intermediate by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
58% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 76% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Herman (Leonard) Intermediate?
723 students attend Herman (Leonard) Intermediate.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
38% of Herman (Leonard) Intermediate students are Hispanic, 32% of students are Asian, 19% of students are White, 7% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Herman (Leonard) Intermediate?
Herman (Leonard) Intermediate has a student ration of 23:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Herman (Leonard) Intermediate offer ?
Herman (Leonard) Intermediate offers enrollment in grades 5-8
What school district is Herman (Leonard) Intermediate part of?
Herman (Leonard) Intermediate is part of Oak Grove Elementary School District.
In what neighborhood is Herman (Leonard) Intermediate located?
Herman (Leonard) Intermediate is located in the Shawnee neighborhood of San Jose, CA.
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