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Jessie Nelson Academy

1951 Cherry Ave., Signal Hill, CA 90755, United States

+1 (562) 591-6041

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Jessie Nelson Academy Overview

About This School

Jessie Nelson Academy is a public middle in Signal Hill, California, serving 832 students in grades 6-8. The school maintains a staff of 32 teachers with an average salary of $118,188 and a student-teacher ratio of 25:1. Support services include one counselor for every 815 students. The student body is composed of 52% female and 48% male students. The demographic makeup of the school is 60% Hispanic, 22% Asian, 13% Black, 3% Two or More Races, and 2% White.

832

Total Students

Grade 6-8

25:1

Student-Teacher Ratio

32 full-time teachers

Academic Performance

Percentage of students who met or exceeded state standards

English Language Arts0%

Mathematics0%

Science0%

School Information

School Type

public

Grade Levels

Grade 6-8

County

Los Angeles County

Students per Counselor

815:1

Jessie Nelson Academy Academics & Test Scores

Test Scores

State assessment results showing percentage of students proficient or above

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English Language Arts

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Class Information

25:1

Student-Teacher Ratio

City Avg: 25.7:1

State Avg: 20.5:1

815

Students per Counselor

Jessie Nelson Academy Teachers & Staff

Teaching Staff

Total Full-Time Teachers

Average Teacher Salary

$118,188

City Avg: $118,188

State Avg: $106,740

Based on state average salaries for full-time teachers

Support Staff

Student-Teacher Ratio25:1

Students per Counselor815:1

Jessie Nelson Academy Student Demographics

Student Body

48.32%

Male

51.68%

Female

Total Enrollment: 832 students

Racial & Ethnic Diversity

White1.8%

Hispanic59.98%

Asian21.75%

Black12.62%

Two or More Races3%

Native American0.24%

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Frequently Asked Questions About Jessie Nelson Academy

Q: What is Jessie Nelson Academy?

A: Jessie Nelson Academy is a middle public located in Signal Hill.

Q: How many students attend Jessie Nelson Academy?

A: Jessie Nelson Academy has approximately 832 students enrolled.

Q: What is the student-teacher ratio at Jessie Nelson Academy?

A: The student-teacher ratio at Jessie Nelson Academy is 25:1.

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Detailed Information about Jessie Nelson Academy

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About Jessie Nelson Academy - Signal Hill, CA

Quick Facts about Jessie Nelson Academy
School Name	Jessie Nelson Academy
School Type	public
Grade Levels	Grade 6-8
Location	1951 Cherry Ave., Signal Hill, CA 90755, Signal Hill, CA
County	Los Angeles County
Phone	+1 (562) 591-6041
Total Students	832
Student-Teacher Ratio	25:1
Full-Time Teachers	32
Rating	/10
ELA Proficiency	%
Math Proficiency	%
Science Proficiency	%

Frequently Asked Questions about Jessie Nelson Academy

What is Jessie Nelson Academy?

Jessie Nelson Academy is a middle public located in Signal Hill.

How many students attend Jessie Nelson Academy?

Jessie Nelson Academy has approximately 832 students enrolled.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Jessie Nelson Academy?

The student-teacher ratio at Jessie Nelson Academy is 25:1.

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