Serving 946 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 31% (which is lower than the California state average of 33%). 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 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 79% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 946 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 24:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 31% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 46% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Muir K-8's student population of 946 students has declined by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 40 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
Total Students
946 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
40 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Muir K-8 ranks within the top 50% of all 9,602 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Muir K-8 is 0.51, 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
#4241 out of 9602 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
31%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
46%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
24:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
17%
12%
Hispanic
67%
56%
Black
11%
5%
White
1%
21%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
3%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
59%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Muir K-8's ranking?
Muir K-8 is ranked #4241 out of 9,602 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?
31% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% 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?
946 students attend Muir K-8.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
67% of Muir K-8 students are Hispanic, 17% of students are Asian, 11% of students are Black, 3% of students are Two or more races, 1% 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 24:1, 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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