Serving 334 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Riley 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 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 35-39% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45-49% (which is lower than the California state average of 51%).
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 79% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 334 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 24:1
- Minority Enrollment: 92%
- Math Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 50% in CA)
- Reading Proficiency: 45-49%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Riley Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Riley Elementary School's student population of 334 students has declined by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 14 teachers has declined by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
334 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
14 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
The diversity score of Riley Elementary School is 0.66, 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.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)45-49%
51%
Student : Teacher Ratio
24:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
15%
12%
Hispanic
54%
56%
Black
14%
5%
White
8%
21%
Hawaiian
2%
n/a
Two or more races
7%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
52%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are Riley Elementary School often compared to?
Riley Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Bret Harte Elementary School, Holmes Elementary School, Palm Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 45-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% CA state average).
How many students attend Riley Elementary School?
334 students attend Riley Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
54% of Riley Elementary School students are Hispanic, 15% of students are Asian, 14% of students are Black, 8% of students are White, 7% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Riley Elementary School?
Riley Elementary School has a student ration of 24:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Riley Elementary School offer ?
Riley Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Riley Elementary School part of?
Riley Elementary School is part of Long Beach Unified School District.
In what neighborhood is Riley Elementary School located?
Riley Elementary School is located in the Lakewood Mutual neighborhood of Lakewood, CA. There are 2 other public schools located in Lakewood Mutual.
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