Serving 225 students in grades 9-12, Luis Valdez Leadership 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 11-19% (which is lower than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30-34% (which is lower than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is lower than the California state level of 21:1.
Quick Facts (26-27)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 225 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Graduation Rate: ≥95% (Top 20% in CA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 11-19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Luis Valdez Leadership Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Luis Valdez Leadership Academy's student population of 225 students has declined by 34% over five school years.
The teacher population of 13 teachers has declined by 23% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
225 students
Total Classroom Teachers
13 teachers
Year Founded
2018
School Calendar
School Motto
Serving East San Jose Through Education.
School Rankings
Luis Valdez Leadership Academy ranks within the bottom 50% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Luis Valdez Leadership Academy is 0.00, 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
#7250 out of 9523 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
11-19%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
21:1
Hispanic
100%
56%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥95%
86.2%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)28.9%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
75%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Luis Valdez Leadership Academy's ranking?
Luis Valdez Leadership Academy is ranked #7250 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in California.
What schools are Luis Valdez Leadership Academy often compared to?
Luis Valdez Leadership Academyis often viewed alongside schools like Boynton High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
11-19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 30-34% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Luis Valdez Leadership Academy?
The graduation rate of Luis Valdez Leadership Academy is 95%, which is higher than the California state average of 86.2%.
How many students attend Luis Valdez Leadership Academy?
225 students attend Luis Valdez Leadership Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
100% of Luis Valdez Leadership Academy students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Luis Valdez Leadership Academy?
Luis Valdez Leadership Academy has a student ration of 17:1, which is lower than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Luis Valdez Leadership Academy offer ?
Luis Valdez Leadership Academy offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Luis Valdez Leadership Academy part of?
Luis Valdez Leadership Academy is part of Luis Valdez Leadership Academy School District.
In what neighborhood is Luis Valdez Leadership Academy located?
Luis Valdez Leadership Academy is located in the Las Plumas neighborhood of San Jose, CA. There are 3 other public schools located in Las Plumas.
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