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Middle SchoolsGrades 6-8

Jefferson Leadership Academies

Long Beach Unified · Los Angeles County · 750 Euclid Avenue, Long Beach, CA 90804-5228

(562) 438-9904

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6/10
#539
Rank 539 out of 1,315
Top 41%
English Language Arts7/10 · #412 · 69th percentile
Mathematics6/10 · #630 · 52nd percentile
Science5/10 · #685 · 48th percentile

English Language Arts

Math Trend

Science Trend

School Overview

Tucked into the east side of Long Beach, Jefferson Leadership Academies draws families who want a middle school experience that goes beyond the basics — the "Leadership" in the name isn't just branding, as the school leans into character development and civic engagement alongside its academics. English scores sit solidly above average, making it a decent fit for kids who thrive in reading and writing, while math and science offer room to grow. Long Beach itself has a vibrant, diverse energy with easy beach access and a strong sense of community pride, and families rooted in this part of the city tend to appreciate a school that tries to shape not just students, but young adults.

Student Demographics

967 students tested · 2024-25 school year

Ethnicity

Hispanic
669 (69%)
African American
144 (15%)
Asian
83 (9%)
Multiple Races
34 (4%)
White
29 (3%)
Other
8 (1%)

Key Indicators

English Learners296 (31%)
Socioeconomically Disadvantaged813 (84%)
Students with Disabilities130 (13%)

Staff & Teachers(2024-25)

1,004
Enrollment
41
Teachers (FTE)
24.5:1
Student-Staff Ratio
5
Administrators (FTE)
31
Avg Class Size*(2023-24)

Community Enrichment Programs

This supplementary score measures the availability of enrichment programs — such as tutoring, music, dance, sports, and arts — within 3 miles of the school. Schools in communities with more diverse and accessible programs score higher.

Nearby Programs10/10 · #98 · 93rd percentile

280 programs within 3 miles. Ranked among Middle Schools in California.

Nearby Libraries

No programs found