Serving 669 students in grades 6-8, Jefferson Middle School 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 62% (which is higher than the California state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 73% (which is higher than the California state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 25:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 78% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the California state average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 669 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 25:1
- Minority Enrollment: 78%
- Math Proficiency: 62%
- Reading Proficiency: 73%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Jefferson Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Jefferson Middle School's student population of 669 students has grown by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 27 teachers has grown by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
669 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
27 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
The diversity score of Jefferson Middle School is 0.75, 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.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)62%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)73%
51%
Student : Teacher Ratio
25:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
34%
12%
Hispanic
27%
56%
Black
5%
5%
White
22%
21%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
12%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
20%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are Jefferson Middle School often compared to?
Jefferson Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Bert M. Lynn Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
62% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% CA state average), while 73% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% CA state average).
How many students attend Jefferson Middle School?
669 students attend Jefferson Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
34% of Jefferson Middle School students are Asian, 27% of students are Hispanic, 22% of students are White, 12% of students are Two or more races, and 5% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Jefferson Middle School?
Jefferson Middle School has a student ration of 25:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Jefferson Middle School offer ?
Jefferson Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Jefferson Middle School part of?
Jefferson Middle School is part of Torrance Unified School District.
In what neighborhood is Jefferson Middle School located?
Jefferson Middle School is located in the Southwood neighborhood of Torrance, CA. There are 1 other public schools located in Southwood.
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