For the 2025 school year, there are 10 public schools serving 6,892 students in 90808, CA (there are 6 private schools, serving 1,265 private students). 84% of all K-12 students in 90808, CA are educated in public schools (compared to the CA state average of 90%).
The top ranked public schools in 90808, CA are Newcomb Academy, Burcham Elementary School and Carver Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 90808 have an average math proficiency score of 51% (versus the California public school average of 33%), and reading proficiency score of 65% (versus the 47% statewide average). Schools in 90808, CA have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of California public schools.
Minority enrollment is 77% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the California public school average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Best 90808, CA Public Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Newcomb Academy
(Math: 70% | Reading: 81%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
3351 Val Verde Ave.
Long Beach, CA 90808
(562) 430-1250
Long Beach, CA 90808
(562) 430-1250
Grades: K-8
| 862 students
Rank: #22.
Burcham Elementary School
(Math: 60-64% | Reading: 70-74%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
5610 East Monlaco Rd.
Long Beach, CA 90808
(562) 420-2685
Long Beach, CA 90808
(562) 420-2685
Grades: K-5
| 344 students
Rank: #33.
Carver Elementary School
(Math: 63% | Reading: 70%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
5335 East Pavo St.
Long Beach, CA 90808
(562) 420-2697
Long Beach, CA 90808
(562) 420-2697
Grades: K-5
| 520 students
Rank: #44.
Henry
(Math: 60% | Reading: 66%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
3720 Canehill Ave.
Long Beach, CA 90808
(562) 421-3754
Long Beach, CA 90808
(562) 421-3754
Grades: K-5
| 816 students
Rank: #55.
Cubberley K-8
(Math: 53% | Reading: 65%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
3200 Monogram Ave.
Long Beach, CA 90808
(562) 420-8810
Long Beach, CA 90808
(562) 420-8810
Grades: K-8
| 946 students
Rank: #66.
Helen Keller Middle School
(Math: 46% | Reading: 69%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
7020 East Brittain St.
Long Beach, CA 90808
(562) 421-8851
Long Beach, CA 90808
(562) 421-8851
Grades: 6-8
| 477 students
Rank: #77.
Marshall Academy Of The Arts
(Math: 47% | Reading: 65%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
5870 East Wardlow Rd.
Long Beach, CA 90808
(562) 429-7013
Long Beach, CA 90808
(562) 429-7013
Grades: 6-8
| 955 students
Rank: #88.
Ernest S. Mcbride Sr. High School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 70-74%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
7025 East Parkcrest St.
Long Beach, CA 90808
(562) 425-3539
Long Beach, CA 90808
(562) 425-3539
Grades: 9-12
| 718 students
Rank: #99.
Twain Elementary School
(Math: 44% | Reading: 52%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
5021 East Centralia St.
Long Beach, CA 90808
(562) 421-8421
Long Beach, CA 90808
(562) 421-8421
Grades: K-5
| 437 students
Rank: #1010.
Bancroft Middle School
(Math: 40% | Reading: 53%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
5301 East Centralia St.
Long Beach, CA 90808
(562) 425-7461
Long Beach, CA 90808
(562) 425-7461
Grades: 6-8
| 817 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 90808, CA?
The top ranked public schools in 90808, CA include Newcomb Academy, Burcham Elementary School and Carver Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 90808?
10 public schools are located in 90808.
What percentage of students in 90808 go to public school?
84% of all K-12 students in 90808 are educated in public schools (compared to the CA state average of 90%).
What is the racial composition of students in 90808?
90808 public schools minority enrollment is 77% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the California public schools average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
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