Serving 807 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Newcomb Academy 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 70% (which is higher than the California state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 81% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 22:1 is equal to the California state level of 22:1.
Minority enrollment is 67% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the California state average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 807 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 22:1
- Minority Enrollment: 67%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 70% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 81% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Newcomb Academy 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
Newcomb Academy's student population of 807 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 36 teachers has grown by 5% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
Total Students
807 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
36 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Newcomb Academy 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 Newcomb Academy is 0.73, which is more 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
#494 out of 9602 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
70%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
81%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
22:1
22:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
10%
12%
Hispanic
37%
55%
Black
6%
5%
White
33%
21%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
13%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
16%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (21-22)
1%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Newcomb Academy's ranking?
Newcomb Academy is ranked #494 out of 9,602 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in California.
What schools are Newcomb Academy often compared to?
Newcomb Academyis often viewed alongside schools like Rogers Middle School, Tincher Preparatory by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
70% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CA state average), while 81% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Newcomb Academy?
807 students attend Newcomb Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
37% of Newcomb Academy students are Hispanic, 33% of students are White, 13% of students are Two or more races, 10% of students are Asian, 6% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Newcomb Academy?
Newcomb Academy has a student ration of 22:1, which is equal to the California state average of 22:1.
What grades does Newcomb Academy offer ?
Newcomb Academy offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8
What school district is Newcomb Academy part of?
Newcomb Academy is part of Long Beach Unified School District.
In what neighborhood is Newcomb Academy located?
Newcomb Academy is located in the El Dorado Park neighborhood of Long Beach, CA.
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