Leland High School is a public high school located in the Almaden Valley in San Jose, California. Established in 1967 .Leland is one of the nine high schools in the San Jose Unified School District and is a STEM school.
Serving 1,471 students in grades 9-12, Leland 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 77% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 79% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 25:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 73% 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: 1,471 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 25:1
- Minority Enrollment: 73%
- Graduation Rate: ≥99% (Top 1% in CA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5%
- Math Proficiency: 77% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 79% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 50% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Leland High serves the southeast part of San Jose, CA, covering an area of approximately 17.2 square miles. Most students live within a 5-10 minute drive, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 4.8 miles away from the school.
- 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
Science Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Leland High School's student population of 1,471 students has declined by 17% over five school years.
The teacher population of 58 teachers has declined by 27% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
1,471 students
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
58 teachers
Showing 2014–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1967
Campus Size
30 acres
Average Class Size
25 students
School Rankings
Leland High School ranks within the top 5% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
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
#397 out of 9523 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
77%
34%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
79%
47%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
25:1
21:1
Showing 2014–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
51%
12%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
12%
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
27%
20%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
9%
6%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
≥99%
86.2%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)17.5%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
8%
54%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
8%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Navy Blue, Gold, Columbia blue
School Mascot
Chargers
Source: 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 #397 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in California.
What schools are Leland High School often compared to?
Leland High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Leigh High School, Los Gatos High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
77% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 79% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Leland High School?
The graduation rate of Leland High School is 99%, which is higher than the California state average of 86.2%.
How many students attend Leland High School?
1,471 students attend Leland High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
51% of Leland High School students are Asian, 27% of students are White, 12% of students are Hispanic, 9% 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 25:1, 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.
In what neighborhood is Leland High School located?
Leland High School is located in the Almaden neighborhood of San Jose, CA. There are 7 other public schools located in Almaden.
School Calendar
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Event
Date
NO SCHOOL - Thanksgiving Break
November 25, 2026 (Wednesday)
NO SCHOOL - Thanksgiving Break
November 26, 2026 (Thursday)
NO SCHOOL - Thanksgiving Break
November 27, 2026 (Friday)
First Day of 2nd Semester
January 04, 2027 (Monday)
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