Serving 546 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Huntington Seacliff Elementary School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 72% (which is higher than the California state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 76% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 24:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 56% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 546 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 24:1
- Minority Enrollment: 56%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 72% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 76% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Huntington Seacliff Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Huntington Seacliff Elementary School's student population of 546 students has declined by 22% over five school years.
The teacher population of 23 teachers has declined by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
546 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
23 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Huntington Seacliff Elementary School ranks within the top 10% of all 9,602 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Huntington Seacliff Elementary School is 0.70, 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
#588 out of 9602 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
72%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
76%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
24:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
20%
12%
Hispanic
23%
56%
Black
n/a
5%
White
44%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
13%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
16%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Huntington Seacliff Elementary School's ranking?
Huntington Seacliff Elementary School is ranked #588 out of 9,602 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in California.
What schools are Huntington Seacliff Elementary School often compared to?
Huntington Seacliff Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like John R. Peterson Elementary School, Ralph E. Hawes Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
72% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CA state average), while 76% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Huntington Seacliff Elementary School?
546 students attend Huntington Seacliff Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
44% of Huntington Seacliff Elementary School students are White, 23% of students are Hispanic, 20% of students are Asian, and 13% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Huntington Seacliff Elementary School?
Huntington Seacliff Elementary School has a student ration of 24:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Huntington Seacliff Elementary School offer ?
Huntington Seacliff Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Huntington Seacliff Elementary School part of?
Huntington Seacliff Elementary School is part of Huntington Beach City Elementary School District.
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