Average
#4565 of 9,539 schools in CA
Top 48% in state
Leona Jackson
Middle School · Paramount Unified
7220 Jackson St., Paramount, CA 90723
Enrollment
613
Student-Teacher
18.6:1
Score
6.5
Grades
5th – 8th
Enrollment
613
Student-Teacher
18.6:1
Score
6.5
Grades
5th – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#4,565 of 9,539
In Paramount
#7 of 14
public schools
In district
#10 of 18
Paramount Unified
School environment
8.6 / 10
Excellent
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About Leona Jackson
Leona Jackson is a public middle school in Paramount, CA, part of Paramount Unified. Leona Jackson serves approximately 613 students, and covers grades 5th-8th, and has a 18.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Leona Jackson has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.5 out of 10 and ranks #4,565 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Leona Jackson show 24% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 39% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 6.5 · Average
- District avg 6.6
- CA avg 6.5
What Parents Should Know
38% of students at Leona Jackson 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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Leona Jackson — Students at Leona Jackson score 26% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 20%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
96.4%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)
Based on 36 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: 5.6/10.
How Leona Jackson Compares
See how Leona Jackson 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
7220 Jackson St., Paramount, CA 90723
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Leona Jackson may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Frank J. Zamboni (rated 6.6/10, 0.5 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, Hamilton Middle (rated 5.9/10, 0.5 miles away, in nearby Long Beach), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Paramount, see our Paramount schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.3 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Wesley Gaines Paramount | 0.1 mi | 6.8 |
| Frank J. Zamboni Paramount | 0.5 mi | 6.6 |
| Hamilton Middle Long Beach | 0.5 mi | 5.9 |
| Calvary Christian Academy of Compton Paramount | 0.7 mi | — |
| INTER-TRIBAL Family Of Nations Day School Program Paramount | 0.7 mi | — |
| Mark Keppel Paramount | 0.8 mi | 4.7 |
| Manuel Dominguez High Compton | 0.8 mi | 7.8 |
| Cesar Chavez Continuation High Compton | 0.8 mi | 5.5 |
| Thurgood Marshall Compton | 0.8 mi | 7.6 |
| Grant Elementary Long Beach | 1.0 mi | 4.3 |
| Clinton William Jefferson Compton | 0.9 mi | 7.3 |
| McKinley Elementary Long Beach | 0.9 mi | 7.1 |
| Los Cerritos Paramount | 1.1 mi | 3.9 |
| Abraham Lincoln Paramount | 1.0 mi | 5.5 |
| Paramount Virtual Academy Paramount | 1.1 mi | — |
| Jordan High Long Beach | 1.1 mi | 6.4 |
| Our Lady of the Rosary School Paramount | 1.2 mi | — |
| OUR LADY OF THE ROSARY SCHOOL Paramount | 1.2 mi | 5.3 |
| Howard Tanner Paramount | 1.3 mi | 6.9 |
| Paramount Unified Community Day Paramount | 1.3 mi | — |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 90723 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$70,912
Median Home Value
$500,400
Median Rent
$1,772/mo
Population
52,546
College Educated
13.1%
Homeownership
43.4%
Avg Commute
28.8 min
Poverty Rate
13.3%
Median Age
33.2
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
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|---|---|
| Aspire Centennial College Preparatory Academy Oakland, CA | 6.5 |
| Cardozo Middle Riverbank, CA | 6.5 |
| Creekside Junior High Los Banos, CA | 6.5 |
| Curtis Middle San Bernardino, CA | 6.5 |
| Daniel Webster Middle Los Angeles, CA | 6.5 |
| Earlimart Middle Earlimart, CA | 6.5 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Leona Jackson
What grades does Leona Jackson serve?
Leona Jackson serves students in grades 5th through 8th.
How many students attend Leona Jackson?
Leona Jackson has an enrollment of approximately 613 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Leona Jackson?
The student-teacher ratio at Leona Jackson is 18.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Leona Jackson rank in CA?
Leona Jackson ranks #4,565 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Leona Jackson's MySchoolScout rating?
Leona Jackson has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.5 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 Leona Jackson?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Leona Jackson has 24% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 39% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Leona Jackson a charter school?
No, Leona Jackson is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Leona Jackson a Title I school?
No, Leona Jackson is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Leona Jackson?
96.4% of students at Leona Jackson 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
- 5th – 8th
- Enrollment
- 613
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 18.6:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 33
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 96.4%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Los Angeles County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 37.8%
- Phone
- (562) 602-8020
Resources & Links
District
Paramount Unified- District Enrollment
- 12,042
- Schools in District
- 20
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $21,321
- District Rank
- #10 of 18
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