Serving 684 students in grades 6-8, Lindsey Academy 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 15% (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 21:1 is equal to 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 (26-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 684 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 21:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 15% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 11% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Lindsey Academy serves the northern part of Long Beach, CA, covering an area of approximately 1.2 square miles. Most families can expect a typical drive of 5 to 10 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 1.1 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Lindsey Academy's student population of 684 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 33 teachers has grown by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
684 students
Showing 2015–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
33 teachers
Showing 2014–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Motto
To ensure student achievement through an environment of high expectations, collaboration, and commitment to character while preparing our scholars to be adaptive and productive citizens with solid foundation for future education and career readiness.
School Rankings
Lindsey Academy 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 Lindsey Academy is 0.44, 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
#7033 out of 9523 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
15%
34%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35%
47%
Showing 2011–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
11%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
21:1
21:1
Showing 2014–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
5%
12%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
73%
56%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
Black
16%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
White
1%
20%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
Hawaiian
2%
n/a
Two or more races
2%
6%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)34.1%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
76%
54%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
8%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Lindsey Academy's ranking?
Lindsey Academy is ranked #7033 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in California.
What schools are Lindsey Academy often compared to?
Lindsey Academyis often viewed alongside schools like Hughes Middle School, Rudecinda Sepulveda Dodson Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
15% 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 Lindsey Academy?
684 students attend Lindsey Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
73% of Lindsey Academy students are Hispanic, 16% of students are Black, 5% of students are Asian, 2% of students are Hawaiian, 2% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Lindsey Academy?
Lindsey Academy has a student ration of 21:1, which is equal to the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Lindsey Academy offer ?
Lindsey Academy offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Lindsey Academy part of?
Lindsey Academy is part of Long Beach Unified School District.
In what neighborhood is Lindsey Academy located?
Lindsey Academy 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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