Serving 432 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Birney Elementary School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 78% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 77% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 27:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 63% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is lower than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 432 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 27:1
- Minority Enrollment: 63%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 78% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 77% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 10%)
- Attendance Zone: Birney Elementary serves the northern part of Redondo Beach, CA, covering an attendance area of approximately 0.5 square miles. Families can typically expect a drive of 5-10 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 0.9 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Birney 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
School Overview
Birney Elementary School's student population of 432 students has declined by 7% 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
432 students
Showing 2015–2025. View full 32-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
16 teachers
Showing 2014–2025. View full 32-year historical data
School Motto
Realizing passion and purpose, maximizing success and significance.
School Rankings
Birney Elementary School ranks within the top 5% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Birney Elementary School is 0.76, 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
#426 out of 9523 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Showing 2011–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
78%
34%
Showing 2011–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
77%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
27:1
21:1
Showing 2014–2025. View full 32-year historical data
Asian
19%
12%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 32-year historical data
Hispanic
20%
56%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 32-year historical data
Black
5%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 32-year historical data
White
37%
20%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 32-year historical data
Two or more races
19%
6%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 17-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. View full 32-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)5.1%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
17%
54%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 32-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
8%
Showing 2011–2025. View full 27-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Birney Elementary School's ranking?
Birney Elementary School is ranked #426 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in California.
What schools are Birney Elementary School often compared to?
Birney Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Jefferson Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
78% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 77% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Birney Elementary School?
432 students attend Birney Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
37% of Birney Elementary School students are White, 20% of students are Hispanic, 19% of students are Asian, 19% of students are Two or more races, and 5% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Birney Elementary School?
Birney Elementary School has a student ration of 27:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Birney Elementary School offer ?
Birney Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Birney Elementary School part of?
Birney Elementary School is part of Redondo Beach Unified School District.
In what neighborhood is Birney Elementary School located?
Birney Elementary School is located in the North Redondo neighborhood of Redondo Beach, CA. There are 5 other public schools located in North Redondo.
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