Serving 1,029 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Muir K-8 ranks in the top 50% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 34% (which is equal to the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 46% (which is lower 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 98% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 1,029 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 23:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 34% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 46% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Muir K-8 serves the northern part of Long Beach, CA, covering an area of approximately 0.9 square miles. Families in this zone can typically expect a drive of 5 to 10 minutes to reach the school, with most living within 0.7 miles of its edge and the furthest point being about 1 mile away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Muir K-8's student population of 1,029 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 44 teachers has grown by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
Total Students
1,029 students
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
44 teachers
Showing 2014–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1924
School Calendar
School Rankings
Muir K-8 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 Muir K-8 is 0.50, 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
#3994 out of 9523 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
34%
34%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
46%
47%
Showing 2011–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
23:1
21:1
Showing 2014–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
14%
12%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
69%
56%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
11%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
2%
20%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
3%
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)31.6%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
62%
54%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
8%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Muir K-8's ranking?
Muir K-8 is ranked #3994 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?
34% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 46% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Muir K-8?
1,029 students attend Muir K-8.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
69% of Muir K-8 students are Hispanic, 14% of students are Asian, 11% of students are Black, 3% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are White, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Muir K-8?
Muir K-8 has a student ration of 23:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Muir K-8 offer ?
Muir K-8 offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8
What school district is Muir K-8 part of?
Muir K-8 is part of Long Beach Unified School District.
In what neighborhood is Muir K-8 located?
Muir K-8 is located in the Upper Westside neighborhood of Long Beach, CA. There are 2 other public schools located in Upper Westside.
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