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San Leandro High

High School · San Leandro Unified

1145 Aladdin Ave., San Leandro, CA 94577

Enrollment

2,488

Student-Teacher

20.9:1

Score

6.8

Grades

9th – 12th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

California schools

#4,001 of 9,539

In San Leandro

#5 of 17

public schools

In district

#5 of 12

San Leandro Unified

School environment

7.3 / 10

Very Good

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6.8/10

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About San Leandro High

San Leandro High is a public high school in San Leandro, CA, part of San Leandro Unified. San Leandro High serves approximately 2,488 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 20.9:1 student-teacher ratio. San Leandro High has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.8 out of 10 and ranks #4,001 of 9,539 schools in CA.

Structured state assessment records for San Leandro High show 30% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 51% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

How it comparesOn par with district
  • This school 6.8 · Average
  • District avg 6.6
  • CA avg 6.5

What Parents Should Know

San Leandro High is a large school: 2,488 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.

San Leandro High runs 20.9:1 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 Progress7.0Very Good25%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data12
Annual Change-1.13 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2024
TrendDeclining
Academics5.9Average25%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency20.2% (2024 CAASPP)
Reading/ELA Proficiency44.8% (2024 CAASPP)
Math vs. State Avg-7.8 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-11.1 pts
Overall Proficiency32% (2024 CAASPP, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)36% (model expectation from 2024 CAASPP)
vs. Expected-3.0 pts
Adjusted Percentile42th
College Readiness7.0Very Good30%
Graduation rates, AP course participation, and IB availability.
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4-Year Graduation Rate95%
AP Participation19.7%
IB ProgramNo
Resources & Environment7.3Very Good20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio20.9:1
Per-Pupil Spending$17,506
Chronic Absenteeism28.1%

San Leandro High — Students at San Leandro High score 32% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 36%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

69%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)

Math Proficiency 29.7% (multi-year average, 2009-2024)
School
State
31.8% (2024 CAASPP)
ELA Proficiency 50.8% (multi-year average, 2009-2024)
School
State
51.5% (2024 CAASPP)

Based on 26 test records from CA state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

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

2009
Math
48%
ELA
52%
2010
Math
43%
ELA
49%
2011
Math
43%
ELA
48%
2012
Math
42%
ELA
48%
2013
Math
44%
ELA
46%
2014
Math
20%
ELA
53%
2015
Math
25%
ELA
59%
2016
Math
22%
ELA
55%
2017
Math
21%
ELA
49%
2018
Math
19%
ELA
56%
2019
Math
19%
ELA
56%
2024
Math
20.2%
ELA
44.8%

Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 7.0/10.

How San Leandro High Compares

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

Overall Score
6.8/10
58th percentile in CA
Academic
5.9/10
Average
Growth
7.0/10
Very Good
Environment
7.3/10
Very Good
AP Courses
3
State avg: 2.6
Sports
25
12 boys' · 13 girls'
Advanced STEM
5/5
Subjects offered
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
69%
Teaching Staff
21:1 student-teacher ratio
119 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
28.1%

Programs & Offerings

AP/IB Programs3 AP courses offered
19.7% participation·State avg: 2.6 AP courses·CRDC 2021-22
Athletics25sports offered
12 boys'·13 girls'·52 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

1145 Aladdin Ave., San Leandro, CA 94577

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering San Leandro High may also want to explore other high schools in the area. East Bay Innovation Academy (rated 6.7/10, 1.9 miles away, in nearby Oakland), with a very similar rating. Additionally, Lincoln High (Continuation) (rated 6.4/10, 1.6 miles away), with a comparable rating. For more schools in San Leandro, see our San Leandro schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 1.9 mi
School Distance Rating
Assumption San Leandro 0.3 mi
ASSUMPTION SCHOOL San Leandro 0.3 mi 7.4
McKinley Elementary San Leandro 0.3 mi 5.5
Jefferson Elementary San Leandro 0.5 mi 5.0
THE PRINCIPLED ACADEMY San Leandro 0.5 mi 7.4
Bancroft Middle San Leandro 0.8 mi 6.0
Roosevelt Elementary San Leandro 1.2 mi 7.6
St. Leander San Leandro 1.1 mi
Monroe Elementary San Leandro 1.4 mi 6.2
Washington Elementary San Leandro 1.3 mi 7.5
Corvallis Elementary San Leandro 1.5 mi 3.9
Alameda County Juvenile Hall/Court San Leandro 1.3 mi 5.7
Halkin Elementary San Leandro 1.4 mi 5.3
John Muir Middle San Leandro 1.5 mi 7.0
East Bay Innovation Academy Oakland 1.9 mi 6.7
Lincoln High (Continuation) San Leandro 1.6 mi 6.4
San Leandro Virtual Academy San Leandro 1.6 mi
International Bible Baptist Academy San Leandro 1.8 mi
INTERNATIONAL BIBLE BAPTIST ACADEMY San Leandro 1.8 mi
Madison Elementary San Leandro 1.9 mi 7.5

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 94577 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$110,989

Median Home Value

$824,900

Median Rent

$2,199/mo

Population

47,533

College Educated

39.5%

Homeownership

55.9%

Avg Commute

32 min

Poverty Rate

7.9%

Median Age

40.6

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about San Leandro High

What grades does San Leandro High serve?

San Leandro High serves students in grades 9th through 12th.

How many students attend San Leandro High?

San Leandro High has an enrollment of approximately 2,488 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at San Leandro High?

The student-teacher ratio at San Leandro High is 20.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does San Leandro High rank in CA?

San Leandro High ranks #4,001 of 9,539 schools in CA.

What is San Leandro High's MySchoolScout rating?

San Leandro High has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.8 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 San Leandro High?

Based on loaded state assessment records, San Leandro High has 30% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 51% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

Is San Leandro High a charter school?

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

Is San Leandro High a Title I school?

No, San Leandro High is not currently a Title I school.

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

69.0% of students at San Leandro 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
47 Car-Dependent
Transit Score
46 Some Transit
Bike Score
69 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
2,488
Student-Teacher Ratio
20.9:1
Teachers (FTE)
119
Free/Reduced Lunch
69.0%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Alameda County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
28.1%
4-Year Graduation
95.0%

District

San Leandro Unified
District Enrollment
8,741
Schools in District
13
Per-Pupil Spending
$17,506
District Rank
#5 of 12

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