Very Good
#2314 of 9,539 schools in CA
Top 24% in state
Jefferson Leadership Academies
Middle School · Long Beach Unified
750 Euclid Ave., Long Beach, CA 90804
Enrollment
1,005
Student-Teacher
24.5:1
Score
7.6
Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
1,005
Student-Teacher
24.5:1
Score
7.6
Grades
6th – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#2,314 of 9,539
In Long Beach
#17 of 77
public schools
In district
#21 of 82
Long Beach Unified
Academic growth
9.7 / 10
Excellent
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About Jefferson Leadership Academies
Jefferson Leadership Academies is a public middle school in Long Beach, CA, part of Long Beach Unified. Jefferson Leadership Academies serves approximately 1,005 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 24.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Jefferson Leadership Academies has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.6 out of 10 and ranks #2,314 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Jefferson Leadership Academies show 30% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 43% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 7.6 · Very Good
- District avg 6.9
- CA avg 6.5
What Parents Should Know
Jefferson Leadership Academies runs 24.5:1 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.
31% of students at Jefferson Leadership Academies were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.
Score Breakdown
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Jefferson Leadership Academies — Students at Jefferson Leadership Academies score 40% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 31%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
77%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)
Based on 34 test records from CA state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 9.7/10.
How Jefferson Leadership Academies Compares
See how Jefferson Leadership Academies performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
750 Euclid Ave., Long Beach, CA 90804
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Jefferson Leadership Academies may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Rogers Middle (rated 6.9/10, 1.2 miles away), with a comparable rating. Additionally, Jessie Nelson Academy (rated 6.7/10, 1.7 miles away, in nearby Signal Hill), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Long Beach, see our Long Beach schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.7 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| MAPLE VILLAGE WALDORF SCHOOL Long Beach | 0.3 mi | 7.3 |
| Maple Village Waldorf School Long Beach | 0.3 mi | — |
| Fremont Elementary Long Beach | 0.4 mi | 7.5 |
| Wilson High Long Beach | 0.5 mi | 5.8 |
| Bryant Elementary Long Beach | 0.5 mi | 6.6 |
| Willard Elementary Long Beach | 0.5 mi | 5.9 |
| Mann Elementary Long Beach | 0.7 mi | 5.7 |
| Oaktree Preschool and Kindergarten Long Beach | 0.8 mi | — |
| OAKTREE PRESCHOOL Long Beach | 0.8 mi | — |
| Olivia Nieto Herrera Elementary Long Beach | 1.0 mi | 3.9 |
| Burbank Elementary Long Beach | 0.9 mi | 6.2 |
| Rogers Middle Long Beach | 1.2 mi | 6.9 |
| Lowell Elementary Long Beach | 1.2 mi | 7.6 |
| Richard D. Browning High Long Beach | 1.4 mi | 5.4 |
| The Muse Academy Long Beach | 1.4 mi | — |
| Empowering Minds In Truth Academy Long Beach | 1.5 mi | — |
| MARINA MONTESSORI Long Beach | 1.7 mi | — |
| HUNTINGTON ACADEMY Long Beach | 1.5 mi | 4.6 |
| Bethany Baptist Elementary Long Beach | 1.7 mi | — |
| Jessie Nelson Academy Signal Hill | 1.7 mi | 6.7 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 90804 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$68,940
Median Home Value
$673,600
Median Rent
$1,801/mo
Population
38,306
College Educated
29.9%
Homeownership
21.7%
Avg Commute
30 min
Poverty Rate
19.1%
Median Age
33.8
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|---|---|
| Andrew N. Christensen Middle Livermore, CA | 7.6 |
| Arroyo Seco Junior High Valencia, CA | 7.6 |
| Calavera Hills Middle Carlsbad, CA | 7.6 |
| Correia Middle San Diego, CA | 7.6 |
| First Avenue Middle Arcadia, CA | 7.6 |
| Freedom Middle Bakersfield, CA | 7.6 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Jefferson Leadership Academies
What grades does Jefferson Leadership Academies serve?
Jefferson Leadership Academies serves students in grades 6th through 8th.
How many students attend Jefferson Leadership Academies?
Jefferson Leadership Academies has an enrollment of approximately 1,005 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Jefferson Leadership Academies?
The student-teacher ratio at Jefferson Leadership Academies is 24.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Jefferson Leadership Academies rank in CA?
Jefferson Leadership Academies ranks #2,314 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Jefferson Leadership Academies's MySchoolScout rating?
Jefferson Leadership Academies has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.6 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 Jefferson Leadership Academies?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Jefferson Leadership Academies has 30% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 43% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Jefferson Leadership Academies a charter school?
No, Jefferson Leadership Academies is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Jefferson Leadership Academies a Title I school?
No, Jefferson Leadership Academies is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Jefferson Leadership Academies?
77.0% of students at Jefferson Leadership Academies qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 6th – 8th
- Enrollment
- 1,005
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 24.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 41
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 77.0%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Los Angeles County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 31.4%
- Phone
- (562) 438-9904
Resources & Links
District
Long Beach Unified- District Enrollment
- 63,966
- Schools in District
- 82
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $18,539
- District Rank
- #21 of 82
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