Serving 631 students in grades Kindergarten-5, King Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 22% (which is lower than the California state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 34% (which is lower than the California state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 24:1 is higher than the California state level of 22:1.
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 631 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 24:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 22% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 34% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
King Elementary School's student population of 631 students has declined by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 26 teachers has declined by 13% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
631 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
26 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
King Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 9,602 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of King Elementary School is 0.29, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.64. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#5961 out of 9602 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
22%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
34%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
24:1
22:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
3%
12%
Hispanic
84%
55%
Black
10%
5%
White
n/a
21%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
2%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
67%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is King Elementary School's ranking?
King Elementary School is ranked #5961 out of 9,602 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in California.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
22% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CA state average), while 34% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend King Elementary School?
631 students attend King Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
84% of King Elementary School students are Hispanic, 10% of students are Black, 3% of students are Asian, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of King Elementary School?
King Elementary School has a student ration of 24:1, which is higher than the California state average of 22:1.
What grades does King Elementary School offer ?
King Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is King Elementary School part of?
King Elementary School is part of Long Beach Unified School District.
In what neighborhood is King Elementary School located?
King Elementary School is located in the North Long Beach neighborhood of Long Beach, CA. There are 11 other public schools located in North Long Beach.
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