Serving 338 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Lydia Jackson College Preparatory 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 25-29% (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 21:1 is equal to the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 97% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 338 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 21:1
- Minority Enrollment: 97%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Lydia Jackson Elementary serves the southern part of Whittier, CA, covering an area of approximately 0.5 square miles. Families typically live within a 5-10 minute drive from the school, with most residences located no more than 0.5 miles away from its boundaries, which extend up to 0.8 miles at the furthest edge.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Lydia Jackson College Preparatory Academy's student population of 338 students has declined by 18% over five school years.
The teacher population of 16 teachers has declined by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
338 students
Total Classroom Teachers
16 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
Students First. Every Decision-Every Day.
School Rankings
Lydia Jackson College Preparatory 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 Lydia Jackson College Preparatory Academy is 0.21, 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
#5677 out of 9523 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
21:1
21:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
1%
12%
Hispanic
89%
56%
Black
2%
5%
White
3%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)54.1%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
80%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Lydia Jackson College Preparatory Academy's ranking?
Lydia Jackson College Preparatory Academy is ranked #5677 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in California.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
25-29% 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).
How many students attend Lydia Jackson College Preparatory Academy?
338 students attend Lydia Jackson College Preparatory Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
89% of Lydia Jackson College Preparatory Academy students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are White, 2% of students are Black, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Lydia Jackson College Preparatory Academy?
Lydia Jackson College Preparatory Academy has a student ration of 21:1, which is equal to the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Lydia Jackson College Preparatory Academy offer ?
Lydia Jackson College Preparatory Academy offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Lydia Jackson College Preparatory Academy part of?
Lydia Jackson College Preparatory Academy is part of Whittier City School District.
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