Serving 951 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Cubberley K-8 ranks in the top 20% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 55% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 65% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 24:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 65% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 951 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 24:1
- Minority Enrollment: 65%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 55% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 65% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 39% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Cubberley K-8 serves the northeast part of Long Beach, CA, encompassing an area of approximately 2.1 square miles. Most families can expect a typical drive of 5-10 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 1.6 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Cubberley K-8 ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Cubberley K-8's student population of 951 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 39 teachers has declined by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
Total Students
951 students
Showing 2015–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
39 teachers
Showing 2014–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Year Founded
1953
School Rankings
Cubberley K-8 ranks within the top 20% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Cubberley K-8 is 0.72, 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
#1561 out of 9523 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Showing 2012–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
55%
34%
Showing 2012–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
65%
47%
Showing 2011–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
39%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
24:1
21:1
Showing 2014–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Asian
6%
12%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Hispanic
37%
56%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Black
7%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 38-year historical data
White
35%
20%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Two or more races
15%
6%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 17-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)15.7%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
24%
54%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 34-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
8%
Showing 2015–2025. 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 Cubberley K-8's ranking?
Cubberley K-8 is ranked #1561 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in California.
What schools are Cubberley K-8 often compared to?
Cubberley K-8is often viewed alongside schools like Newcomb Academy by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
55% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 65% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Cubberley K-8?
951 students attend Cubberley K-8.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
37% of Cubberley K-8 students are Hispanic, 35% of students are White, 15% of students are Two or more races, 7% of students are Black, and 6% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Cubberley K-8?
Cubberley K-8 has a student ration of 24:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Cubberley K-8 offer ?
Cubberley K-8 offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8
What school district is Cubberley K-8 part of?
Cubberley K-8 is part of Long Beach Unified School District.
In what neighborhood is Cubberley K-8 located?
Cubberley K-8 is located in the Plaza neighborhood of Long Beach, CA. There are 1 other public schools located in Plaza.
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