Leigh High

leigh.cuhsd.org/

1,884 Students

High School 9th - 12th

School Overview

Leigh High School, located in the Cambrian Park neighborhood of San Jose, is a prominent public secondary school serving students in grades 9 through 12. As part of the Campbell Union High School District, it is widely recognized for maintaining a strong balance between rigorous academic programs and a vibrant extracurricular culture. The school offers a comprehensive curriculum, including a robust selection of Advanced Placement (AP) courses and Career Technical Education (CTE) pathways, designed to prepare students for success in both higher education and the modern workforce.

Beyond the classroom, Leigh High is known for its deep-rooted school spirit and active community involvement. The campus features competitive athletic programs, award-winning performing arts groups, and a wide array of student-led clubs that cater to diverse interests. With its focus on fostering a supportive "Longhorn" community, the school emphasizes both personal growth and academic excellence, making it a well-regarded institution within the Silicon Valley educational landscape.

1,884

Total Students

77.2

Full-Time Teachers

24.4

Student/Teacher Ratio

18.0%

Free/Reduced Lunch

Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for Leigh High
Demographic	Student Count
White	758
Hispanic	317
Black	19
Asian	581
Two or More	203
American Indian	1

White
758 (40.3%)
Asian
581 (30.9%)
Hispanic
317 (16.9%)
Two or More
203 (10.8%)
Black
19 (1.0%)
American Indian
1 (0.1%)

School Location

School Details

Status:	Open
School Level:	High School
School Type:	Regular School
Charter Status:*	Public Non-Charter
Virtual Instruction:	No virtual instruction
Shared Time Status:	N/A
District:	Campbell Union High
Phone:	(408)626-3405
Website:	http://leigh.cuhsd.org/
Grade Range:	9th - 12th
Total Students:	1,884
Full-Time Teachers (FTE):	77.2
Pupil/Teacher Ratio:	24.4
NSLP Participation:¹	Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
Qualified Free Lunch:	206
Qualified Reduced Lunch:	133

* Charter Schools: A public charter school is a publicly funded school that operates independently under a legislative contract (or "charter") with a state, school district, or designated authorizing entity. Charters grant these schools greater operational flexibility over curriculum, staffing, and budgeting in exchange for strict accountability to achieve performance standards established in their charter agreement.

¹ National School Lunch Program (NSLP): The National School Lunch Program is a federally assisted meal program operating in public and nonprofit private schools. It provides nutritionally balanced, low-cost or free lunches to eligible children each school day based on household income thresholds or community eligibility options (CEO).

Title I Program Overview: Title I, Part A of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act (ESEA) allocates federal financial assistance to local educational agencies and public schools with high percentages of children from low-income families to help ensure that all children meet challenging state academic standards.

Grades Taught

Grade 9 479

Grade 10 446

Grade 11 500

Grade 12 459