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#976 of 1,787 private schools in CA

Bethany Baptist Elementary

Elementary School

2244 CLARK AVE, Long Beach, CA 90815

Last updated: July 2026

Private

Enrollment

164

Student-Teacher

11:1

Score

6.2

Grades

Kindergarten – 8th

Enrollment

164

Student-Teacher

11:1

Score

6.2

Grades

Kindergarten – 8th

Data vintage
2021-22

Data vintage2021-22

How this school compares

California private schools

#976 of 1,787

In Long Beach

#17 of 22

public schools

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About Bethany Baptist Elementary

Bethany Baptist Elementary is a private elementary school in Long Beach, CA. Bethany Baptist Elementary serves approximately 164 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-8th, and has a 11:1 student-teacher ratio. Bethany Baptist Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.2 out of 10 and ranks #976 of 1,787 private schools in CA.

How it comparesOn par with CA schools

6.2

This school 6.2 · Average
CA avg 6.2

What Parents Should Know

At 164 students, Bethany Baptist Elementary is on the smaller side. That usually buys more individual attention and teachers who know every kid by name, with the trade-off of fewer electives and extracurriculars than a larger school can staff. Ask what activities it actually offers.

Bethany Baptist Elementary is private, so it runs independently of the local district and sets its own curriculum. That freedom cuts both ways depending on what you want for your child. If you're considering it, start with the practical questions: tuition, financial aid, and how admissions work.

Compare to Public Schools

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How Bethany Baptist Elementary compares to 61 public schools serving similar grades in Long Beach, CA

Student-Teacher Ratio

11:1

This School

24.7:1

Public Avg

Avg School Size

164

This School

647

Public Avg

Avg School Scout Rating

6.2

This School

6.3

Public Avg

Student Demographics

Asian 43.9% vs 0%

Black 1.8% vs 0%

White 1.2% vs 0%

Bethany Baptist Elementary Long Beach Public Avg

Nearby Elementary Schools

School	Distance	Enrollment	STR	Rating
Bethany Baptist Elementary (this school)	—	164	11:1	6.2
Bixby Elementary	0.2 mi	548	26.1:1	7.5
Stanford Middle	0.8 mi	1,157	25.7:1	7.0
Gant Elementary	1.0 mi	663	27.6:1	7.8
Prisk Elementary	1.0 mi	472	24.8:1	8.8
Carver Elementary	1.0 mi	520	28.9:1	7.3
Bryant Elementary	1.2 mi	334	22.3:1	6.6
Emerson Parkside Academy	1.6 mi	337	19.8:1	9.0
Olivia Nieto Herrera Elementary	1.6 mi	689	26.5:1	3.9
Marshall Academy of the Arts	1.6 mi	955	23.9:1	8.3
Burcham Elementary	1.7 mi	344	28.7:1	8.0
Jefferson Leadership Academies	1.8 mi	1,005	24.5:1	7.6
Willard Elementary	1.8 mi	560	28:1	5.9
Fremont Elementary	2.0 mi	439	29.3:1	7.5
Tincher Preparatory	2.0 mi	824	23.5:1	8.8
Cubberley K-8	2.1 mi	946	22.5:1	8.2
Rogers Middle	2.2 mi	778	25.1:1	6.9
Henry	2.3 mi	816	27.2:1	8.2
Lowell Elementary	2.3 mi	601	25:1	7.6
Whittier Elementary	2.3 mi	554	25.2:1	3.1
Kettering Elementary	2.4 mi	349	21.8:1	8.8

Showing 20 of 61 schools. View all schools in Long Beach

Demographics sourced from NCES Private School Survey (PSS) and Common Core of Data (CCD). Comparisons are based on enrollment-weighted averages.

Score Breakdown

Preliminary

What This Rating Measures

This rating reflects classroom size, instructional time, student diversity, community resources, and school characteristics. Private schools are ranked against other private schools in CA.

Classroom Attention

B+ 6.5 / 10

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Student-Teacher Ratio 11:1

Instructional Commitment

C+ 3.9 / 10

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School Day Length 6.5 hours

Annual Instructional Hours 1,137.5

Diversity & Inclusion

B 5.9 / 10

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Diversity Index 53%

Community Context

Data Unavailable

School Profile

A- 8.1 / 10

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Enrollment 164

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Score basis: Private school model

Data coverage: 80% of scoring components had data

Components scored: 4 of 5

Ranking pool: Private schools in CA

Test Scores

Test score data not yet available for this school.

Student Demographics NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Pacific Islander 52.4%

Asian 43.9%

Black 1.8%

White 1.2%

Native American 0.6%

Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)

Location

2244 CLARK AVE, Long Beach, CA 90815

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Bethany Baptist Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Prisk Elementary (rated 8.8/10, 1.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Gant Elementary (rated 7.8/10, 1.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Bixby Elementary (rated 7.5/10, 0.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Long Beach, see our Long Beach schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 1.5 mi

School	Distance	Enrollment	Rating
Bethany Baptist Elementary Long Beach	0.0 mi	313	—
Our Lady of Refuge Catholic Long Beach	0.1 mi	130	—
OUR LADY OF REFUGE SCHOOL Long Beach	0.1 mi	169	5.6
Bixby Elementary Long Beach	0.2 mi	548	7.5
MARINA MONTESSORI Long Beach	0.5 mi	12	—
Stanford Middle Long Beach	0.8 mi	1,157	7.0
MONTESSORI CHILDRENS HOUSE Long Beach	0.9 mi	29	—
Montessori Children's House Long Beach	0.9 mi	16	—
Carver Elementary Long Beach	1.0 mi	520	7.3
Gant Elementary Long Beach	1.0 mi	663	7.8
Prisk Elementary Long Beach	1.0 mi	472	8.8
Reid High Long Beach	1.1 mi	113	5.9
Bryant Elementary Long Beach	1.2 mi	334	6.6
ST CORNELIUS ELEMENTARY Long Beach	1.4 mi	247	6.3
Richard D. Browning High Long Beach	1.2 mi	326	5.4
St. Cornelius School Long Beach	1.4 mi	275	—
Oaktree Preschool and Kindergarten Long Beach	1.3 mi	8	—
OAKTREE PRESCHOOL Long Beach	1.3 mi	8	—
Wilson High Long Beach	1.5 mi	3,452	5.8
WESTERLY SCHOOL OF LONG BEACH Long Beach	1.5 mi	182	6.7

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 90815 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$116,567

Median Home Value

$890,500

Median Rent

$2,263/mo

Population

43,461

College Educated

53.5%

Homeownership

64.8%

Avg Commute

28.9 min

Poverty Rate

7.9%

Median Age

37.6

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Bethany Baptist Elementary

What grades does Bethany Baptist Elementary serve?

Bethany Baptist Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 8th.

How many students attend Bethany Baptist Elementary?

Bethany Baptist Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 164 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Bethany Baptist Elementary?

The student-teacher ratio at Bethany Baptist Elementary is 11:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.

How does Bethany Baptist Elementary rank in CA?

Bethany Baptist Elementary ranks #976 of 1,787 private schools in CA.

What is Bethany Baptist Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?

Bethany Baptist Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.2 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

Is Bethany Baptist Elementary a private school?

Yes, Bethany Baptist Elementary is a private coeducational school with a Baptist affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.

Is Bethany Baptist Elementary a religious school?

Bethany Baptist Elementary has a Baptist religious affiliation.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score: 68 Somewhat Walkable
Transit Score: 45 Some Transit
Bike Score: 71 Very Bikeable

Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Grades: Kindergarten – 8th
Enrollment: 164
Gender Split: 43% M / 57% F
Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
Teachers (FTE): 15
Type: private
Coed Status: coed
Affiliation: Baptist
School Day: 6.5 hours
Days Per Year: 175 days
Setting: Large City
County: Los Angeles County
Phone: (562) 597-2814

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