Serving 706 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Powell Academy For Success 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 21% (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 24:1 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: 706 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 24:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 21% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 17% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Powell Academy for Success serves the northern part of Long Beach, CA, with an attendance zone that covers approximately 1 square mile. Families typically live within a 5-10 minute drive, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 1.2 miles from the school.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Powell Academy For Success's student population of 706 students has declined by 27% over five school years.
The teacher population of 29 teachers has declined by 27% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
Total Students
706 students
Showing 2015–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
29 teachers
Showing 2014–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1999
School Calendar
School Rankings
Powell Academy For Success 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 Powell Academy For Success is 0.52, 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
#6229 out of 9523 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
21%
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)
17%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
24:1
21:1
Showing 2014–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
4%
12%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
65%
56%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
Black
24%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
White
2%
20%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
Hawaiian
2%
n/a
Two or more races
3%
6%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)46.2%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
72%
54%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
8%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Navy Blue and White
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Powell Academy For Success's ranking?
Powell Academy For Success is ranked #6229 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in California.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
21% 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 Powell Academy For Success?
706 students attend Powell Academy For Success.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
65% of Powell Academy For Success students are Hispanic, 24% of students are Black, 4% of students are Asian, 3% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are White, and 2% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Powell Academy For Success?
Powell Academy For Success has a student ration of 24:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Powell Academy For Success offer ?
Powell Academy For Success offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8
What school district is Powell Academy For Success part of?
Powell Academy For Success is part of Long Beach Unified School District.
In what neighborhood is Powell Academy For Success located?
Powell Academy For Success 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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