Serving 305 students in grades 4-8, Lairon College Preparatory 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 11% (which is lower than the California state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 18% (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.
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 4-8
- Enrollment: 305 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 11% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 18% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Lairon College Preparatory Academy's student population of 305 students has declined by 20% over five school years.
The teacher population of 15 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 4-8
Total Students
305 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
15 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Lairon College Preparatory Academy ranks within the bottom 50% of all 9,602 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Lairon College Preparatory Academy is 0.30, 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
#8887 out of 9602 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
11%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
18%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
20:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
12%
12%
Hispanic
83%
56%
Black
4%
5%
White
1%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
65%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Lairon College Preparatory Academy's ranking?
Lairon College Preparatory Academy is ranked #8887 out of 9,602 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in California.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
11% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CA state average), while 18% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Lairon College Preparatory Academy?
305 students attend Lairon College Preparatory Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
83% of Lairon College Preparatory Academy students are Hispanic, 12% of students are Asian, 4% of students are Black, and 1% of students are White.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Lairon College Preparatory Academy?
Lairon College Preparatory Academy has a student ration of 20:1, which is lower than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Lairon College Preparatory Academy offer ?
Lairon College Preparatory Academy offers enrollment in grades 4-8
What school district is Lairon College Preparatory Academy part of?
Lairon College Preparatory Academy is part of Franklin-Mckinley Elementary School District.
In what neighborhood is Lairon College Preparatory Academy located?
Lairon College Preparatory Academy is located in the Seven Trees and Lairon neighborhood of San Jose, CA.
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