Serving 546 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Longfellow (Henry W.) 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 43% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 42% (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 92% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 546 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 24:1
- Minority Enrollment: 92%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 43% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 42% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Longfellow (Henry W.) Elementary serves the southwest part of Pasadena, CA, covering an area of approximately 1.5 square miles. Most students live within a 5-10 minute drive of the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone being about 1 mile away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Longfellow (Henry W.) Elementary School's student population of 546 students has declined by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 23 teachers has declined by 14% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
546 students
Total Classroom Teachers
23 teachers
Year Founded
2005
School Calendar
School Rankings
Longfellow (Henry W.) Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Longfellow (Henry W.) Elementary School is 0.46, 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
#3620 out of 9523 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
43%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
42%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
24:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
2%
12%
Hispanic
72%
56%
Black
13%
5%
White
8%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)29.9%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
67%
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 Longfellow (Henry W.) Elementary School's ranking?
Longfellow (Henry W.) Elementary School is ranked #3620 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in California.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
43% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 42% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Longfellow (Henry W.) Elementary School?
546 students attend Longfellow (Henry W.) Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
72% of Longfellow (Henry W.) Elementary School students are Hispanic, 13% of students are Black, 8% of students are White, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Longfellow (Henry W.) Elementary School?
Longfellow (Henry W.) Elementary School has a student ration of 24:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Longfellow (Henry W.) Elementary School offer ?
Longfellow (Henry W.) Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Longfellow (Henry W.) Elementary School part of?
Longfellow (Henry W.) Elementary School is part of Pasadena Unified School District.
In what neighborhood is Longfellow (Henry W.) Elementary School located?
Longfellow (Henry W.) Elementary School is located in the Historic Highlands neighborhood of Pasadena, CA.
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