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#844 of 9,539 schools in CA

Top 9% in state

Jack L. Weaver Elementary

Elementary School · Los Alamitos Unified

11872 Wembley Rd., Los Alamitos, CA 90720

Enrollment

634

Student-Teacher

25.4:1

Score

8.5

Grades

Kindergarten – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

California schools

#844 of 9,539

In Los Alamitos

#2 of 8

public schools

In district

#2 of 9

Los Alamitos Unified

Equity

10.0 / 10

Excellent

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Jack L. Weaver Elementary

8.5/10

Elementary School in Los Alamitos · grades Kindergarten – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Jack L. Weaver Elementary

Jack L. Weaver Elementary is a public elementary school in Los Alamitos, CA, part of Los Alamitos Unified. Jack L.

Weaver Elementary serves approximately 634 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 25.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Jack L. Weaver Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.5 out of 10 and ranks #844 of 9,539 schools in CA.

Structured state assessment records for Jack L. Weaver Elementary show 94% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 93% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

How it compares0.6 pts above district
  • This school 8.5 · Excellent
  • District avg 7.9
  • CA avg 6.2

What Parents Should Know

Jack L. Weaver Elementary runs 25.4:1 students to teachers, above the national average. That often means bigger classes. Ask how the school supports kids who need extra help, and whether there are teaching assistants or small-group time.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress8.9Excellent50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data12
Annual Change-0.36 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2024
TrendStable
Academics9.9Excellent30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency92% (2024 CAASPP)
Reading/ELA Proficiency92% (2024 CAASPP)
Math vs. State Avg+46.3 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+49.2 pts
Overall Proficiency92% (2024 CAASPP, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)69% (model expectation from 2024 CAASPP)
vs. Expected+22.8 pts
Adjusted Percentile98th
Resources & Environment5.5Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio25.4:1
Per-Pupil Spending$15,112
Chronic Absenteeism7.1%

Jack L. Weaver Elementary — Students at Jack L. Weaver Elementary score 92% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 69%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

9.3%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)

Math Proficiency 93.6% (multi-year average, 2009-2024)
School
State
39.4% (2024 CAASPP)
ELA Proficiency 92.6% (multi-year average, 2009-2024)
School
State
45.3% (2024 CAASPP)

Based on 30 test records from CA state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

→ Stable

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
95%
ELA
94%
2010
Math
99.5%
ELA
95%
2011
Math
98%
ELA
95%
2012
Math
98%
ELA
94%
2014
Math
90%
ELA
88%
2015
Math
93%
ELA
94%
2016
Math
95%
ELA
94%
2017
Math
94%
ELA
93%
2018
Math
92%
ELA
91%
2019
Math
92%
ELA
91%
2022
Math
88.3%
ELA
91.8%
2024
Math
92.1%
ELA
92.2%

Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 8.9/10.

How Jack L. Weaver Elementary Compares

See how Jack L. Weaver Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
8.5/10
91th percentile in CA
Academic
9.9/10
Excellent
Growth
8.9/10
Excellent
Environment
5.5/10
Average
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
9%
Teaching Staff
25:1 student-teacher ratio
25 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
7.1%

Programs & Offerings

Gifted & Talented Program Available
This school offers a gifted and talented program for qualifying students. · CRDC 2021-22

Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more

Location

11872 Wembley Rd., Los Alamitos, CA 90720

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Jack L. Weaver Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Emerson Parkside Academy (rated 9.0/10, 1.5 miles away, in nearby Long Beach), which scores slightly higher. Another option is Tincher Preparatory (rated 8.8/10, 0.9 miles away, in nearby Long Beach), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Kettering Elementary (rated 8.8/10, 1.7 miles away, in nearby Long Beach), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Los Alamitos, see our Los Alamitos schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 1.9 mi
School Distance Rating
Richard Henry Lee Elementary Los Alamitos 0.5 mi 8.7
Rossmoor Elementary Los Alamitos 0.5 mi 8.3
Francis Hopkinson Elementary Los Alamitos 0.7 mi 8.4
Homeschool Learning Services Seal Beach 0.8 mi
Atlas Crest Academy Seal Beach 0.8 mi
Tincher Preparatory Long Beach 0.9 mi 8.8
Oak Middle Los Alamitos 1.2 mi 7.8
LOS ALTOS GRACE BRETHREN SCHOOL Long Beach 1.2 mi 6.2
Los Altos Classical Christian Academy Long Beach 1.2 mi
Eunice Sato Academy of Math & Science Long Beach 1.3 mi 8.5
MONTESSORI GREENHOUSE SCHOOLS Los Alamitos 1.5 mi
Emerson Parkside Academy Long Beach 1.5 mi 9.0
Newcomb Academy Long Beach 1.8 mi 8.5
Los Alamitos High Los Alamitos 1.7 mi 7.5
Kettering Elementary Long Beach 1.7 mi 8.8
Los Alamitos Elementary Los Alamitos 1.7 mi 6.5
Millikan High Long Beach 1.9 mi 7.6
Cubberley K-8 Long Beach 2.0 mi 8.2
Sharon Christa McAuliffe Middle Los Alamitos 1.9 mi 5.7
Prisk Elementary Long Beach 1.9 mi 8.8

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 90720 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$134,232

Median Home Value

$1,166,200

Median Rent

$2,370/mo

Population

24,021

College Educated

52.3%

Homeownership

64.9%

Avg Commute

28.8 min

Poverty Rate

6.8%

Median Age

43

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Jack L. Weaver Elementary

What grades does Jack L. Weaver Elementary serve?

Jack L. Weaver Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.

How many students attend Jack L. Weaver Elementary?

Jack L. Weaver Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 634 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Jack L. Weaver Elementary?

The student-teacher ratio at Jack L. Weaver Elementary is 25.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Jack L. Weaver Elementary rank in CA?

Jack L. Weaver Elementary ranks #844 of 9,539 schools in CA.

What is Jack L. Weaver Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?

Jack L. Weaver Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.5 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

What are the test scores at Jack L. Weaver Elementary?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Jack L. Weaver Elementary has 94% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 93% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

Is Jack L. Weaver Elementary a charter school?

No, Jack L. Weaver Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Jack L. Weaver Elementary a Title I school?

No, Jack L. Weaver Elementary is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Jack L. Weaver Elementary?

9.3% of students at Jack L. Weaver Elementary qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
15 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
53 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
634
Student-Teacher Ratio
25.4:1
Teachers (FTE)
25
Free/Reduced Lunch
9.3%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Orange County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
7.1%

District

Los Alamitos Unified
District Enrollment
8,931
Schools in District
9
Per-Pupil Spending
$15,112
District Rank
#2 of 9

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