Serving 1,767 students in grades 9-12, Leigh High School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 72% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 83% (which is higher than the California state average of 49%).
The student:teacher ratio of 23:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 54% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the California state average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,767 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 23:1
- Minority Enrollment: 54%
- Graduation Rate: 97% (Top 5% in CA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5%
- Math Proficiency: 72% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 83% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Leigh High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Graduation Rate
Diversity
School Overview
Leigh High School's student population of 1,767 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 76 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
1,767 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
76 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Leigh High School ranks within the top 5% of all 3,649 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Leigh High School is 0.69, 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.
Overall Testing Rank
#131 out of 3649 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
72%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
83%
49%
Student : Teacher Ratio
23:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
26%
12%
Hispanic
16%
56%
Black
1%
5%
White
46%
21%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
11%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
97%
84%
Eligible for Free Lunch
11%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Leigh High School's ranking?
Leigh High School is ranked #131 out of 3,649 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in California.
What schools are Leigh High School often compared to?
Leigh High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Branham High School, Leland High School, Los Gatos High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
72% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 83% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% CA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Leigh High School?
The graduation rate of Leigh High School is 97%, which is higher than the California state average of 84%.
How many students attend Leigh High School?
1,767 students attend Leigh High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
46% of Leigh High School students are White, 26% of students are Asian, 16% of students are Hispanic, 11% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Leigh High School?
Leigh High School has a student ration of 23:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Leigh High School offer ?
Leigh High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Leigh High School part of?
Leigh High School is part of Campbell Union High School District.
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