Leigh High School is a secondary school located in the West San Jose region of San Jose, California, United States. Opening in September 1962, it was the fifth school established in the Campbell Union High School District. The school has twice been given the California Distinguished School award, in 1999 and 2003.
Serving 1,884 students in grades 9-12, Leigh High School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 68% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 78% (which is higher than 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 60% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,884 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 24:1
- Minority Enrollment: 60%
- Graduation Rate: 98% (Top 5% in CA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10%
- Math Proficiency: 68% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 78% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 55% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Leigh High serves the southeast part of San Jose, CA, covering an area of approximately 7 square miles. Most students typically live within a 5-10 minute drive from the school, with an average distance of 1.6 miles to the edge of the attendance zone and a maximum distance of 2.4 miles.
- 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
Science Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Leigh High School's student population of 1,884 students has grown by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 77 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
1,884 students
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
77 teachers
Showing 2014–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1962
School Calendar
School Rankings
Leigh High School ranks within the top 10% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Leigh High School is 0.71, 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
#618 out of 9523 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
68%
34%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
78%
47%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
55%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
24:1
21:1
Showing 2014–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
31%
12%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
17%
56%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
1%
5%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
40%
20%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
11%
6%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
98%
86.2%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)11.1%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
11%
54%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
8%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Gold, Forest Green
School Mascot
Longhorn
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 #618 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% 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?
68% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 78% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Leigh High School?
The graduation rate of Leigh High School is 98%, which is higher than the California state average of 86.2%.
How many students attend Leigh High School?
1,884 students attend Leigh High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
40% of Leigh High School students are White, 31% of students are Asian, 17% 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 24:1, 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.
In what neighborhood is Leigh High School located?
Leigh High School is located in the De Voss Leigh neighborhood of San Jose, CA.
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