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Bethany Lutheran
Elementary School
5100 Arbor Road, Long Beach, CA 90808
Enrollment
191
Student-Teacher
12.7:1
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Enrollment
191
Student-Teacher
12.7:1
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Updated
2024-25
Updated 2024-25
About Bethany Lutheran
Bethany Lutheran is an private elementary school in Long Beach, CA 90808. The school serves approximately 191 students in grades Kindergarten – 8th with a student-teacher ratio of 12.7:1. Located in a neighborhood with a median household income of $131,959, where 46% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher.
What Parents Should Know
With an enrollment of 191 students, Bethany Lutheran is a smaller school where families often find a close-knit community atmosphere. Smaller settings can mean more individual attention from teachers and staff, though they may offer fewer extracurricular options than larger schools.
As a private school, Bethany Lutheran operates independently from the local public school district. Families considering this school should inquire about tuition costs, financial aid availability, and the admissions process. Private schools are not required to follow the same curriculum standards as public schools, which can be either an advantage or a consideration depending on your priorities.
Compare to Public Schools
BetaHow Bethany Lutheran compares to 61 public schools serving similar grades in Long Beach, CA
Nearby Elementary Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Bethany Lutheran (this school) | — |
| Twain Elementary | 5.1 |
| Bancroft Middle | 5.4 |
| Burcham Elementary | 7.7 |
| Captain Raymond Collins | 5.4 |
| Henry | 6.9 |
| Marshall Academy of the Arts | 6.5 |
| Carver Elementary | 5.6 |
| Harte Elementary | 5.8 |
| Helen Keller Middle | 6.8 |
| Barton Elementary | 4.2 |
| Cubberley K-8 | 7.7 |
| Lindbergh STEM Academy | 7.6 |
| Hughes Middle | 5.8 |
| McKinley Elementary | 4.2 |
| Longfellow Elementary | 6.3 |
| Stanford Middle | 7.5 |
| Prisk Elementary | 8.0 |
| Emerson Parkside Academy | 8.7 |
| Grant Elementary | 4.1 |
| Bixby Elementary | 5.5 |
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Demographics sourced from NCES Private School Survey (PSS) and Common Core of Data (CCD). Comparisons are based on enrollment-weighted averages.
School Profile
Limited Data- Grades
- Kindergarten – 8th
- Enrollment
- 191 students
- Type
- Private
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 12.7:1
- Address
- 5100 Arbor Road, Long Beach, CA 90808
- Phone
- (562) 420-7783
- Data Year
- SY 2024-25
Why doesn't this school have a score?
We don't have enough verified data to rate this school fairly. Private schools in CA aren't required to report standardized test scores to the state, which limits the data available for our rating model.
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Test Scores
Test score data not yet available for this school.
Location
5100 Arbor Road, Long Beach, CA 90808
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Bethany Lutheran may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Stephen Foster Elementary (rated 8.6/10, 1.1 miles away, in nearby Bellflower). Another option is Holmes Elementary (rated 8.4/10, 1.0 miles away, in nearby Lakewood). Additionally, Riley Elementary (rated 8.4/10, 1.1 miles away, in nearby Lakewood). For more schools in Long Beach, see our Long Beach schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.4 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| BETHANY LUTHERAN SCHOOL Long Beach | 0.1 mi | 7.1 |
| ST CYPRIAN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Long Beach | 0.1 mi | 7.8 |
| St. Cyprian Elementary Long Beach | 0.1 mi | — |
| Twain Elementary Long Beach | 0.2 mi | 5.1 |
| Bancroft Middle Long Beach | 0.3 mi | 5.4 |
| LAKEWOOD CHRISTIAN SCHOOLS Long Beach | 0.3 mi | 6.7 |
| Lakewood High Lakewood | 0.7 mi | 7.2 |
| Intensive Learning Center Bellflower | 1.0 mi | 7.3 |
| Gompers Lakewood | 0.9 mi | 6.3 |
| Spectrum Center Schools-Lakewood High School Lakewood | 0.9 mi | — |
| Stephen Foster Elementary Bellflower | 1.1 mi | 8.6 |
| Holmes Elementary Lakewood | 1.0 mi | 8.4 |
| SPECTRUM CENTER- LONG BEACH MIDDLE COUNTRY CLUB Lakewood | 1.0 mi | — |
| Hoover Middle Lakewood | 1.0 mi | 5.8 |
| Riley Elementary Lakewood | 1.1 mi | 8.4 |
| Buena Vista High Lakewood | 1.3 mi | 6.9 |
| Odyssey STEM Academy Lakewood | 1.3 mi | 9.0 |
| MacArthur Elementary Lakewood | 1.2 mi | 7.8 |
| Bellflower Alternative Education Center Bellflower | 1.5 mi | — |
| ST PANCRATIUS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Lakewood | 1.4 mi | 6.8 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 90808 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$131,959
Median Home Value
$900,100
Median Rent
$2,271/mo
Population
39,351
College Educated
46.3%
Homeownership
83.1%
Avg Commute
29.1 min
Poverty Rate
4.9%
Median Age
43.9
Community Profile
The community surrounding Bethany Lutheran has a median household income of $131,959. It is a well-educated community where 46% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $900,100, with a median rent of $2,271/month. The local poverty rate of 4.9% is relatively low. The average commute for residents is 29 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Bethany Lutheran
What grades does Bethany Lutheran serve?
Bethany Lutheran serves students in grades Kindergarten through 8th.
How many students attend Bethany Lutheran?
Bethany Lutheran has an enrollment of approximately 191 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Bethany Lutheran?
The student-teacher ratio at Bethany Lutheran is 12.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
Is Bethany Lutheran a private school?
Yes, Bethany Lutheran is a private coeducational school. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2024-25)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 8th
- Enrollment
- 191
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 12.7:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 15
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- County
- Los Angeles
- Phone
- (562) 420-7783
- Data Year
- 2025–2026
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