Very Good
#2667 of 9,539 schools in CA
Top 28% in state
Luis Valdez Leadership Academy
High School · Luis Valdez Leadership Academy District
1855 Lucretia Ave., San Jose, CA 95122
Enrollment
234
Student-Teacher
16.7:1
Score
7.4
Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
234
Student-Teacher
16.7:1
Score
7.4
Grades
9th – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#2,667 of 9,539
In San Jose
#77 of 223
public schools
School environment
9.4 / 10
Excellent
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About Luis Valdez Leadership Academy
Luis Valdez Leadership Academy is a public high school in San Jose, CA, part of Luis Valdez Leadership Academy District. Luis Valdez Leadership Academy serves approximately 234 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 16.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Luis Valdez Leadership Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.4 out of 10 and ranks #2,667 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Luis Valdez Leadership Academy show 12% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2018-2024) and 39% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2018-2024).
- This school 7.4 · Very Good
- CA avg 6.5
What Parents Should Know
Test scores at Luis Valdez Leadership Academy 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.
Luis Valdez Leadership Academy is a charter school: publicly funded, but run with more independence than a traditional district school. Many charters are built around a specific model or focus, so it's worth understanding this one's mission, how enrollment works, and how it differs from the district schools nearby.
Score Breakdown
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Luis Valdez Leadership Academy — Students at Luis Valdez Leadership Academy score 22% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 32%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
74.4%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)
Based on 8 test records from CA state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 6.2/10.
How Luis Valdez Leadership Academy Compares
See how Luis Valdez Leadership Academy 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
1855 Lucretia Ave., San Jose, CA 95122
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Luis Valdez Leadership Academy may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Apollo High (rated 7.6/10, 1.2 miles away), with a very similar rating. Another option is Yerba Buena High (rated 7.2/10, 0.1 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, William C. Overfelt High (rated 5.3/10, 1.2 miles away), a more accessible option. For more schools in San Jose, see our San Jose schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.4 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| College Connection Academy San Jose | 0.0 mi | 9.5 |
| Yerba Buena High San Jose | 0.1 mi | 7.2 |
| Alpha: Cornerstone Academy Preparatory San Jose | 0.3 mi | 4.7 |
| Shirakawa (George Sr.) Elementary San Jose | 0.4 mi | 5.8 |
| Robert F. Kennedy Elementary San Jose | 0.4 mi | 4.8 |
| Bridges Academy San Jose | 0.4 mi | 5.8 |
| ACE Esperanza Middle San Jose | 0.5 mi | 3.9 |
| Santee Elementary San Jose | 0.6 mi | 4.9 |
| Jeanne R. Meadows Elementary San Jose | 0.5 mi | 7.6 |
| Rocketship Mosaic Elementary Redwood City | 0.7 mi | 5.2 |
| O. S. Hubbard Elementary San Jose | 0.9 mi | 3.0 |
| Alpha: Jose Hernandez San Jose | 0.9 mi | 2.5 |
| Alpha: Blanca Alvarado San Jose | 0.9 mi | 2.7 |
| Stonegate Elementary San Jose | 1.0 mi | 5.1 |
| Franklin Elementary San Jose | 1.1 mi | 4.7 |
| KIPP Heartwood Academy San Jose | 1.3 mi | 9.5 |
| Kipp Prize Preparatory Academy San Jose | 1.3 mi | 9.0 |
| Apollo High San Jose | 1.2 mi | 7.6 |
| William C. Overfelt High San Jose | 1.2 mi | 5.3 |
| McKinley Elementary San Jose | 1.4 mi | 5.5 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 95122 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$103,406
Median Home Value
$838,900
Median Rent
$2,424/mo
Population
52,206
College Educated
17.9%
Homeownership
52.8%
Avg Commute
27.6 min
Poverty Rate
9%
Median Age
36.3
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Luis Valdez Leadership Academy
What grades does Luis Valdez Leadership Academy serve?
Luis Valdez Leadership Academy serves students in grades 9th through 12th.
How many students attend Luis Valdez Leadership Academy?
Luis Valdez Leadership Academy has an enrollment of approximately 234 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Luis Valdez Leadership Academy?
The student-teacher ratio at Luis Valdez Leadership Academy is 16.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Luis Valdez Leadership Academy rank in CA?
Luis Valdez Leadership Academy ranks #2,667 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Luis Valdez Leadership Academy's MySchoolScout rating?
Luis Valdez Leadership Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.4 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 Luis Valdez Leadership Academy?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Luis Valdez Leadership Academy has 12% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2018-2024) and 39% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2018-2024).
Is Luis Valdez Leadership Academy a charter school?
Yes, Luis Valdez Leadership Academy is a charter school. Charter schools are publicly funded but independently operated, often with more flexibility in curriculum and teaching methods.
Is Luis Valdez Leadership Academy a Title I school?
No, Luis Valdez Leadership Academy is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Luis Valdez Leadership Academy?
74.4% of students at Luis Valdez Leadership Academy 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
- 9th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 234
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 16.7:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 14
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 74.4%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Santa Clara County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 27.8%
- Phone
- (408) 479-0253
- 4-Year Graduation
- 95%+
Resources & Links
District
Luis Valdez Leadership Academy District- District Enrollment
- 234
- Schools in District
- 1
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $20,941
- District Rank
- #1 of 1
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