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#4712 of 9,539 schools in CA

Top 49% in state

Jordan High

High School · Long Beach Unified

6500 Atlantic Ave., Long Beach, CA 90805

Enrollment

2,207

Student-Teacher

21:1

Score

6.4

Grades

9th – 12th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

California schools

#4,712 of 9,539

In Long Beach

#38 of 77

public schools

In district

#41 of 82

Long Beach Unified

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Jordan High

6.4/10

High School in Long Beach · grades 9th – 12th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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4.3/10

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About Jordan High

Jordan High is a public high school in Long Beach, CA, part of Long Beach Unified. Jordan High serves approximately 2,207 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 21:1 student-teacher ratio. Jordan High has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.4 out of 10 and ranks #4,712 of 9,539 schools in CA.

Structured state assessment records for Jordan High show 19% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 31% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

How it compares0.4 pts below district
  • This school 6.4 · Average
  • District avg 6.8
  • CA avg 6.5

What Parents Should Know

Jordan High is a large school: 2,207 students. Size usually brings more course choices and activities than a smaller school can staff, but kids can also blend into the crowd. Ask how the school keeps students known and supported.

Test scores at Jordan High sit below average, but its growth scores are strong: students here make above-average progress year over year. The raw numbers haven't caught up, but a school that keeps moving kids forward is doing the harder, more important work.

Jordan High runs 21:1 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 · 4/4 metrics
Student Progress6.7Average25%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-1.23 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2024
TrendDeclining
Academics3.8Needs Improvement25%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency7.7% (2024 CAASPP)
Reading/ELA Proficiency34.5% (2024 CAASPP)
Math vs. State Avg-20.3 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-21.4 pts
Overall Proficiency21% (2024 CAASPP, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)32% (model expectation from 2024 CAASPP)
vs. Expected-11.3 pts
Adjusted Percentile19th
College Readiness7.9Very Good30%
Graduation rates, AP course participation, and IB availability.
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4-Year Graduation Rate84%
AP Participation19.7%
IB ProgramYes
Resources & Environment6.9Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio21:1
Per-Pupil Spending$18,539
Chronic Absenteeism34%

Jordan High — Students at Jordan High score 21% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 32%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

74.5%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)

Math Proficiency 19.2% (multi-year average, 2009-2024)
School
State
31.8% (2024 CAASPP)
ELA Proficiency 30.9% (multi-year average, 2009-2024)
School
State
51.5% (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
31%
ELA
30%
2010
Math
37%
ELA
37%
2011
Math
42%
ELA
33%
2012
Math
33%
ELA
28%
2013
Math
43%
ELA
30%
2014
Math
8%
ELA
27%
2015
Math
13%
ELA
26%
2016
Math
11%
ELA
33%
2017
Math
11%
ELA
30%
2018
Math
10%
ELA
25%
2019
Math
10%
ELA
25%
2020*
Math
12%
ELA
35%
2021*
Math
12%
ELA
35%
2024
Math
7.7%
ELA
34.6%

* 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: 6.7/10.

How Jordan High Compares

See how Jordan High performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
6.4/10
51th percentile in CA
Academic
3.8/10
Needs Improvement
Growth
6.7/10
Average
Environment
6.9/10
Average
AP Courses
3
State avg: 2.6
Sports
21
11 boys' · 10 girls'
Advanced STEM
5/5
Subjects offered
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
75%
Teaching Staff
21:1 student-teacher ratio
105 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
34.0%

Programs & Offerings

AP/IB Programs3 AP courses offered IB Programme
19.7% participation·State avg: 2.6 AP courses·85 IB enrolled·CRDC 2021-22
Athletics21sports offered
11 boys'·10 girls'·21 teams (incl. JV)·CRDC 2021-22
Advanced STEM Courses5 of 5 advanced subjects offered
Algebra II, Advanced Math, Calculus, Chemistry, Physics·CRDC 2021-22
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

6500 Atlantic Ave., Long Beach, CA 90805

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Jordan High may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Manuel Dominguez High (rated 7.8/10, 1.4 miles away, in nearby Compton), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Cesar Chavez Continuation High (rated 5.5/10, 1.4 miles away, in nearby Compton), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Long Beach, see our Long Beach schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 1.5 mi
School Distance Rating
Grant Elementary Long Beach 0.5 mi 4.3
Hamilton Middle Long Beach 0.6 mi 5.9
Gethsemane Baptist Christian Long Beach 0.7 mi
GETHSEMANE BAPTIST CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Long Beach 0.7 mi 8.1
King Elementary Long Beach 1.0 mi 4.7
Leona Jackson Paramount 1.1 mi 6.5
Harte Elementary Long Beach 1.2 mi 5.6
St. Athanasius Elementary Long Beach 1.3 mi
ST ATHANASIUS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Long Beach 1.3 mi 5.4
SPECTRUM CENTER- LONG BEACH MIDDLE MARKET STREET Long Beach 1.3 mi 7.5
Lindbergh STEM Academy Long Beach 1.3 mi 7.0
Frank J. Zamboni Paramount 1.3 mi 6.6
Wesley Gaines Paramount 1.2 mi 6.8
Kelly Elementary Compton 1.3 mi 7.3
Addams Elementary Long Beach 1.4 mi 4.8
Powell Academy for Success Long Beach 1.3 mi 6.1
Manuel Dominguez High Compton 1.4 mi 7.8
Cesar Chavez Continuation High Compton 1.4 mi 5.5
Thurgood Marshall Compton 1.4 mi 7.6
Calvary Christian Academy of Compton Paramount 1.5 mi

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 90805 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$68,615

Median Home Value

$588,500

Median Rent

$1,664/mo

Population

94,631

College Educated

17.5%

Homeownership

42.6%

Avg Commute

30.6 min

Poverty Rate

19.4%

Median Age

33.7

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Jordan High

What grades does Jordan High serve?

Jordan High serves students in grades 9th through 12th.

How many students attend Jordan High?

Jordan High has an enrollment of approximately 2,207 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Jordan High?

The student-teacher ratio at Jordan High is 21:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Jordan High rank in CA?

Jordan High ranks #4,712 of 9,539 schools in CA.

What is Jordan High's MySchoolScout rating?

Jordan High has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.4 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 Jordan High?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Jordan High has 19% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 31% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

Is Jordan High a charter school?

No, Jordan High is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Jordan High a Title I school?

No, Jordan High is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Jordan High?

74.5% of students at Jordan High 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
74 Very Walkable
Transit Score
45 Some Transit
Bike Score
79 Very Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
2,207
Student-Teacher Ratio
21:1
Teachers (FTE)
105
Free/Reduced Lunch
74.5%
Type
regular
Setting
Large City
County
Los Angeles County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
34.0%
4-Year Graduation
84.0%

District

Long Beach Unified
District Enrollment
63,966
Schools in District
82
Per-Pupil Spending
$18,539
District Rank
#41 of 82

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