Serving 593 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Gant Elementary School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 63% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 76% (which is higher than the California state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 26:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 62% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the California state average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 593 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 26:1
- Minority Enrollment: 62%
- Math Proficiency: 63% (Top 10% in CA)
- Reading Proficiency: 76%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Gant Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Gant Elementary School's student population of 593 students has grown by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 23 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
593 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
23 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
The diversity score of Gant Elementary School is 0.73, 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.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
63%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)76%
51%
Student : Teacher Ratio
26:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
14%
12%
Hispanic
30%
56%
Black
5%
5%
White
38%
21%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
13%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
19%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are Gant Elementary School often compared to?
Gant Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Prisk Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
63% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 76% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% CA state average).
How many students attend Gant Elementary School?
593 students attend Gant Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
38% of Gant Elementary School students are White, 30% of students are Hispanic, 14% of students are Asian, 13% of students are Two or more races, and 5% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Gant Elementary School?
Gant Elementary School has a student ration of 26:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Gant Elementary School offer ?
Gant Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Gant Elementary School part of?
Gant Elementary School is part of Long Beach Unified School District.
In what neighborhood is Gant Elementary School located?
Gant Elementary School is located in the Los Altos neighborhood of Long Beach, CA. There are 5 other public schools located in Los Altos.
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