Serving 832 students in grades 6-8, Jessie Nelson Academy 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 20% (which is lower than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 34% (which is lower 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 98% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 832 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 26:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 20% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 34% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 6% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Jessie Nelson Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
School Overview
Jessie Nelson Academy's student population of 832 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 32 teachers has declined by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
832 students
Total Classroom Teachers
32 teachers
Year Founded
1951
School Calendar
School Rankings
Jessie Nelson Academy 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 Jessie Nelson Academy is 0.58, 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
#6486 out of 9523 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
34%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
6%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
26:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
22%
12%
Hispanic
60%
56%
Black
13%
5%
White
2%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)28.9%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
76%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Jessie Nelson Academy's ranking?
Jessie Nelson Academy is ranked #6486 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in California.
What schools are Jessie Nelson Academy often compared to?
Jessie Nelson Academyis often viewed alongside schools like J. H. Hull Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
20% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 34% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Jessie Nelson Academy?
832 students attend Jessie Nelson Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
60% of Jessie Nelson Academy students are Hispanic, 22% of students are Asian, 13% of students are Black, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Jessie Nelson Academy?
Jessie Nelson Academy has a student ration of 26:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Jessie Nelson Academy offer ?
Jessie Nelson Academy offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Jessie Nelson Academy part of?
Jessie Nelson Academy is part of Long Beach Unified School District.
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