Serving 806 students in grades 6-8, Bancroft Middle School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 38% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 53% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 22:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 86% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 806 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 22:1
- Minority Enrollment: 86%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 38% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 53% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 29% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Bancroft Middle serves the northeast area of Long Beach, CA, covering approximately 4.1 square miles. Most students live within a 5-10 minute drive from the school, with an average distance of 1.4 miles to the edge of the attendance zone and a maximum distance of 2.1 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Bancroft Middle School's student population of 806 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 36 teachers has grown by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
806 students
Total Classroom Teachers
36 teachers
School Rankings
Bancroft Middle School ranks within the top 50% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Bancroft Middle School is 0.67, 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
#3047 out of 9523 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
38%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
53%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
29%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
22:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
14%
12%
Hispanic
53%
56%
Black
11%
5%
White
14%
20%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
7%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)26.7%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
43%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Bancroft Middle School's ranking?
Bancroft Middle School is ranked #3047 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in California.
What schools are Bancroft Middle School often compared to?
Bancroft Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Marshall Academy Of The Arts, Hoover Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
38% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 53% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Bancroft Middle School?
806 students attend Bancroft Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
53% of Bancroft Middle School students are Hispanic, 14% of students are Asian, 14% of students are White, 11% of students are Black, 7% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Bancroft Middle School?
Bancroft Middle School has a student ration of 22:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Bancroft Middle School offer ?
Bancroft Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Bancroft Middle School part of?
Bancroft Middle School is part of Long Beach Unified School District.
In what neighborhood is Bancroft Middle School located?
Bancroft Middle School is located in the Lakewood Village neighborhood of Long Beach, CA. There are 1 other public schools located in Lakewood Village.
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