Serving 946 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Cubberley K-8 ranks in the top 20% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 53% (which is higher than the California state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 65% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 23:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 64% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 946 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 23:1
- Minority Enrollment: 64%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 53% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 65% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 39% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Cubberley K-8 ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Cubberley K-8's student population of 946 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 42 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
Total Students
946 students

Gender %

Total Classroom Teachers
42 teachers

Students by Grade

School Rankings
Cubberley K-8 ranks within the top 20% of all 9,602 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Cubberley K-8 is 0.71, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.63. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1605 out of 9602 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)

Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
53%
33%

Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
65%
47%

Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
39%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
23:1
21:1

American Indian
n/a
1%

Asian
6%
12%

Hispanic
37%
56%

Black
6%
5%

White
36%
20%

Hawaiian
n/a
n/a

Two or more races
15%
6%

All Ethnic Groups



Eligible for Free Lunch
24%
54%

Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
8%

School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Cubberley K-8's ranking?
Cubberley K-8 is ranked #1605 out of 9,602 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in California.
What schools are Cubberley K-8 often compared to?
Cubberley K-8is often viewed alongside schools like Newcomb Academy by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
53% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CA state average), while 65% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Cubberley K-8?
946 students attend Cubberley K-8.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
37% of Cubberley K-8 students are Hispanic, 36% of students are White, 15% of students are Two or more races, 6% of students are Asian, and 6% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Cubberley K-8?
Cubberley K-8 has a student ration of 23:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Cubberley K-8 offer ?
Cubberley K-8 offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8
What school district is Cubberley K-8 part of?
Cubberley K-8 is part of Long Beach Unified School District.
In what neighborhood is Cubberley K-8 located?
Cubberley K-8 is located in the Plaza neighborhood of Long Beach, CA. There are 1 other public schools located in Plaza.
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