For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 1,248 students in the neighborhood of Plaza, Long Beach, CA.
The top-ranked public schools in Plaza are Emerson Parkside Academy and Cubberley K-8. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
The neighborhood of Plaza, Long Beach, CA public schools have an average math proficiency score of 54% (versus the California public school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 63% (versus the 47% statewide average).
Minority enrollment is 61% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the California public school average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public Schools in the neighborhood of Plaza, Long Beach, CA (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Emerson Parkside Academy
(Math: 60-64% | Reading: 70-74%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
2625 Josie Ave.
Long Beach, CA 90815
(562) 420-2631
Long Beach, CA 90815
(562) 420-2631
Gr: K-5 | 356 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 60%
Rank: #22.
Cubberley K-8
(Math: 55% | 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
Gr: K-8 | 951 students Student-teacher ratio: 24:1 Minority enrollment: 65%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in the neighborhood of Plaza, Long Beach, CA?
The top-ranked public schools in the neighborhood of Plaza, Long Beach, CA include Emerson Parkside Academy and Cubberley K-8.
How many public schools are located in the neighborhood of Plaza, Long Beach?
2 public schools are located in the neighborhood of Plaza, Long Beach.
What is the racial composition of students in the neighborhood of Plaza, Long Beach?
the neighborhood of Plaza, Long Beach public schools minority enrollment is 61% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the California public schools average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
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