Serving 662 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Dooley Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 32% (which is lower than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35% (which is lower than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 28:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 662 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 28:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 32% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Dooley Elementary serves the northern part of Long Beach, CA, covering an area of approximately 0.7 square miles. Families within this zone can typically reach the school in about 5 to 10 minutes, with an average distance of 0.5 miles to the zone's edge and a maximum distance of 0.8 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Dooley Elementary School's student population of 662 students has declined by 26% over five school years.
The teacher population of 24 teachers has declined by 29% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
662 students
Total Classroom Teachers
24 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Dooley 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 Dooley Elementary School is 0.41, which is less 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
#5046 out of 9523 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
32%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
28:1
21:1
Asian
4%
12%
Hispanic
76%
56%
Black
13%
5%
White
2%
20%
Hawaiian
2%
n/a
Two or more races
3%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)49.6%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
79%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Dooley Elementary School's ranking?
Dooley Elementary School is ranked #5046 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?
32% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 35% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Dooley Elementary School?
662 students attend Dooley Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
76% of Dooley Elementary School students are Hispanic, 13% of students are Black, 4% of students are Asian, 3% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are White, and 2% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Dooley Elementary School?
Dooley Elementary School has a student ration of 28:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Dooley Elementary School offer ?
Dooley Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Dooley Elementary School part of?
Dooley Elementary School is part of Long Beach Unified School District.
In what neighborhood is Dooley Elementary School located?
Dooley Elementary School is located in the North Long Beach neighborhood of Long Beach, CA. There are 11 other public schools located in North Long Beach.
School Reviews
2 10/10/2025
This school rushes through the curriculum to keep state funding. It does not appear that they take the individual students abilities and learning styles into consideration. Some of the teachers and counselors are rude and seem not to like children. I have witnesses this first hand! There is not enough diversity at this school, which seems to cater to more hispanics.
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