Serving 388 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Holmes Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 40-44% (which is higher than the California state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-54% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 23:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 94% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 388 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 23:1
- Minority Enrollment: 94%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-29% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Holmes Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Holmes Elementary School's student population of 388 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 17 teachers has grown by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
388 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
17 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Holmes Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 9,602 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Holmes Elementary School is 0.70, 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
#2959 out of 9602 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
23:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
13%
12%
Hispanic
46%
56%
Black
26%
5%
White
6%
20%
Hawaiian
2%
n/a
Two or more races
7%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
55%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Holmes Elementary School's ranking?
Holmes Elementary School is ranked #2959 out of 9,602 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in California.
What schools are Holmes Elementary School often compared to?
Holmes Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Riley Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40-44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CA state average), while 50-54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Holmes Elementary School?
388 students attend Holmes Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
46% of Holmes Elementary School students are Hispanic, 26% of students are Black, 13% of students are Asian, 7% of students are Two or more races, 6% of students are White, and 2% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Holmes Elementary School?
Holmes Elementary School has a student ration of 23:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Holmes Elementary School offer ?
Holmes Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Holmes Elementary School part of?
Holmes Elementary School is part of Long Beach Unified School District.
In what neighborhood is Holmes Elementary School located?
Holmes Elementary School is located in the Lakewood Mutual neighborhood of Lakewood, CA. There are 2 other public schools located in Lakewood Mutual.
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