Serving 598 students in grades Kindergarten-5, King Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 27% (which is lower than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 34% (which is lower 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 99% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 598 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 24:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 27% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 34% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: King Elementary serves the northern part of Long Beach, CA, covering an area of approximately 0.6 square miles. Most families are within a convenient 5-10 minute drive, with the furthest distance to the zone’s edge being about 0.9 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
King Elementary School's student population of 598 students has declined by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 25 teachers has declined by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
598 students
Total Classroom Teachers
25 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
King 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 King Elementary School is 0.31, 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
#5605 out of 9523 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
27%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
34%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
24:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
3%
12%
Hispanic
82%
56%
Black
12%
5%
White
1%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)43%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
72%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
Royal Kingdom
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is King Elementary School's ranking?
King Elementary School is ranked #5605 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?
27% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 34% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend King Elementary School?
598 students attend King Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
82% of King Elementary School students are Hispanic, 12% of students are Black, 3% of students are Asian, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of King Elementary School?
King Elementary School has a student ration of 24:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does King Elementary School offer ?
King Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is King Elementary School part of?
King Elementary School is part of Long Beach Unified School District.
In what neighborhood is King Elementary School located?
King 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.
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