Serving 418 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Barton 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 16% (which is lower than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 26% (which is lower than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 26:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 97% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 418 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 26:1
- Minority Enrollment: 97%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 16% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 26% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Barton Elementary serves the northern part of Long Beach, CA, covering an area of approximately 0.8 square miles. Most students live within a 5-10 minute drive, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone being about 0.9 miles from the school.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Barton Elementary School's student population of 418 students has declined by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 16 teachers has declined by 20% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
418 students
Total Classroom Teachers
16 teachers
Year Founded
1905
School Calendar
School Motto
To ensure student achievement through an environment of high expectations.
School Rankings
Barton Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Barton Elementary School is 0.64, 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
#7849 out of 9523 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
16%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
26%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
26:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
12%
12%
Hispanic
53%
56%
Black
26%
5%
White
3%
20%
Hawaiian
3%
n/a
Two or more races
3%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)57.9%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
74%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
Barton Bears
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Barton Elementary School's ranking?
Barton Elementary School is ranked #7849 out of 9,523 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?
16% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 26% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Barton Elementary School?
418 students attend Barton Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
53% of Barton Elementary School students are Hispanic, 26% of students are Black, 12% of students are Asian, 3% of students are White, 3% of students are Hawaiian, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Barton Elementary School?
Barton Elementary School has a student ration of 26:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Barton Elementary School offer ?
Barton Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Barton Elementary School part of?
Barton Elementary School is part of Long Beach Unified School District.
In what neighborhood is Barton Elementary School located?
Barton Elementary School is located in the Bixby North neighborhood of Long Beach, CA.
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