Serving 340 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Macarthur Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 50-54% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55-59% (which is higher 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 80% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is equal to the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 340 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 21:1
- Minority Enrollment: 80%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-39% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: MacArthur Elementary serves the northeast part of Lakewood, CA, covering an area of approximately 0.9 square miles. Most students live within a 5-10 minute drive from the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone being about 0.8 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Macarthur Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Macarthur Elementary School's student population of 340 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 16 teachers has grown by 23% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
340 students
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
16 teachers
Showing 2014–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Motto
Empower every learner through intentional planning, proactive monitoring, and personalized support to achieve success.
School Rankings
Macarthur Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Macarthur Elementary School is 0.69, 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
#1960 out of 9523 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Showing 2011–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
34%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
21:1
21:1
Showing 2014–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
10%
12%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
50%
56%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
10%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
20%
20%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hawaiian
2%
n/a
Two or more races
8%
6%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)29.1%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
37%
54%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
8%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Red, White, and Navy
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Macarthur Elementary School's ranking?
Macarthur Elementary School is ranked #1960 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in California.
What schools are Macarthur Elementary School often compared to?
Macarthur Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Cleveland Elementary School, Wilmington Park Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50-54% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 55-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Macarthur Elementary School?
340 students attend Macarthur Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
50% of Macarthur Elementary School students are Hispanic, 20% of students are White, 10% of students are Asian, 10% of students are Black, 8% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Macarthur Elementary School?
Macarthur Elementary School has a student ration of 21:1, which is equal to the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Macarthur Elementary School offer ?
Macarthur Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Macarthur Elementary School part of?
Macarthur Elementary School is part of Long Beach Unified School District.
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