Leland High School serves 1,676 students in grades 9-12.
Leland High School placed in the top 5% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 10%) for the 2020-21 school year.
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 79% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%) for the 2020-21 school year. The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 79% (which is higher than the California state average of 49%) for the 2020-21 school year.
The student:teacher ratio of 29:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 68% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the California state average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2023-24)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,676 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 29:1
- Minority Enrollment: 68%
- Graduation Rate: 98% (Top 5% in CA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5%
- Math Proficiency: 79% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 79% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Leland 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
School Overview
Leland High School's student population of 1,676 students has declined by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 58 teachers has declined by 25% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
1,676 students

Gender %

Total Classroom Teachers
58 teachers

Students by Grade

School Calendar
School Rankings
Leland High School is ranked within the top 5% of all 3,649 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data) for the 2020-21 school year.
The diversity score of Leland High School is 0.65, 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
#154 out of 3649 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)

Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
79%
34%

Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
79%
49%

Student : Teacher Ratio
29:1
21:1

American Indian
n/a
1%

Asian
49%
12%

Hispanic
10%
56%

Black
1%
5%

White
32%
21%

Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
5%

All Ethnic Groups



Graduation Rate
98%
84%

Eligible for Free Lunch
6%
51%

Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
7%

School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Leland High School's ranking?
Leland High School is ranked #154 out of 3,649 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in California.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
79% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 79% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% CA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Leland High School?
The graduation rate of Leland High School is 98%, which is higher than the California state average of 84%.
How many students attend Leland High School?
1,676 students attend Leland High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
49% of Leland High School students are Asian, 32% of students are White, 10% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Leland High School?
Leland High School has a student ration of 29:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Leland High School offer ?
Leland High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Leland High School part of?
Leland High School is part of San Jose Unified School District.
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