Serving 435 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Ida Jew Academies 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 28% (which is lower than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 39% (which is lower than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 20:1 is lower than the California state level of 21:1.
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 435 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 28% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 39% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Ida Jew Academies's student population of 435 students has declined by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 22 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
Total Students
435 students
Total Classroom Teachers
22 teachers
School Calendar
Average Class Size
20 students
School Rankings
Ida Jew Academies ranks within the bottom 50% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Ida Jew Academies is 0.19, 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
#4960 out of 9523 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
28%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
39%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
20:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
5%
12%
Hispanic
90%
56%
Black
2%
5%
White
n/a
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)31.3%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
59%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Ida Jew Academies's ranking?
Ida Jew Academies is ranked #4960 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in California.
What schools are Ida Jew Academies often compared to?
Ida Jew Academiesis often viewed alongside schools like August Boeger Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
28% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Ida Jew Academies?
435 students attend Ida Jew Academies.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
90% of Ida Jew Academies students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Asian, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Ida Jew Academies?
Ida Jew Academies has a student ration of 20:1, which is lower than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Ida Jew Academies offer ?
Ida Jew Academies offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8
What school district is Ida Jew Academies part of?
Ida Jew Academies is part of Mount Pleasant Elementary School District.
In what neighborhood is Ida Jew Academies located?
Ida Jew Academies is located in the Alum Rock neighborhood of San Jose, CA. There are 35 other public schools located in Alum Rock.
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