Serving 1,004 students in grades 6-8, Jefferson Leadership Academies ranks in the top 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 27% (which is lower than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 47% (which is equal to the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 24:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 97% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 1,004 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 24:1
- Minority Enrollment: 97%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 27% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 47% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 17% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Jefferson Leadership Academies serves the northeast part of Long Beach, CA, covering an area of approximately 2.7 square miles. Families can typically expect a drive of 5 to 10 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 1.5 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Jefferson Leadership Academies ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
School Overview
Jefferson Leadership Academies's student population of 1,004 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 41 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
1,004 students
Showing 2015–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
41 teachers
Showing 2014–2025. View full 39-year historical data
School Rankings
Jefferson Leadership Academies 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 Jefferson Leadership Academies is 0.50, 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
#4346 out of 9523 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2012–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
27%
34%
Showing 2012–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
47%
47%
Showing 2011–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
17%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
24:1
21:1
Showing 2014–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Asian
9%
12%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Hispanic
69%
56%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Black
15%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 38-year historical data
White
3%
20%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Two or more races
4%
6%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 14-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)31.5%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
73%
54%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 34-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
8%
Showing 2014–2025. 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 Jefferson Leadership Academies's ranking?
Jefferson Leadership Academies is ranked #4346 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in California.
What schools are Jefferson Leadership Academies often compared to?
Jefferson Leadership Academiesis often viewed alongside schools like Rogers Middle School, Stanford Middle School, Franklin Classical Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
27% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 47% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Jefferson Leadership Academies?
1,004 students attend Jefferson Leadership Academies.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
69% of Jefferson Leadership Academies students are Hispanic, 15% of students are Black, 9% of students are Asian, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Jefferson Leadership Academies?
Jefferson Leadership Academies has a student ration of 24:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Jefferson Leadership Academies offer ?
Jefferson Leadership Academies offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Jefferson Leadership Academies part of?
Jefferson Leadership Academies is part of Long Beach Unified School District.
In what neighborhood is Jefferson Leadership Academies located?
Jefferson Leadership Academies is located in the Eastside neighborhood of Long Beach, CA. There are 3 other public schools located in Eastside.
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