Very Good
#415 of 1,787 private schools in CA
Top 23% of private schools
Bethany Lutheran School
Elementary School
5100 E ARBOR RD, Long Beach, CA 90808
Enrollment
217
Student-Teacher
13.5:1
Score
7.1
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Enrollment
217
Student-Teacher
13.5:1
Score
7.1
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
California private schools
#415 of 1,787
In Long Beach
#7 of 22
public schools
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About Bethany Lutheran School
Bethany Lutheran School is a private elementary school in Long Beach, CA. Bethany Lutheran School serves approximately 217 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-8th, and has a 13.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Bethany Lutheran School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.1 out of 10 and ranks #415 of 1,787 private schools in CA.
- This school 7.1 · Very Good
- CA avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
Bethany Lutheran School 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
BetaHow Bethany Lutheran School compares to 61 public schools serving similar grades in Long Beach, CA
Student Demographics
Nearby Elementary Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Bethany Lutheran School (this school) | 7.1 |
| Twain Elementary | 6.2 |
| Bancroft Middle | 6.6 |
| Burcham Elementary | 8.0 |
| Henry | 8.2 |
| Captain Raymond Collins | 4.6 |
| Marshall Academy of the Arts | 8.3 |
| Carver Elementary | 7.3 |
| Helen Keller Middle | 7.8 |
| Harte Elementary | 5.6 |
| Cubberley K-8 | 8.2 |
| Barton Elementary | 4.8 |
| Lindbergh STEM Academy | 7.0 |
| McKinley Elementary | 7.1 |
| Hughes Middle | 7.0 |
| Longfellow Elementary | 5.5 |
| Stanford Middle | 7.0 |
| Prisk Elementary | 8.8 |
| Emerson Parkside Academy | 9.0 |
| Grant Elementary | 4.3 |
| Bixby Elementary | 7.5 |
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
PreliminaryWhat 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.
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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)
Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)
Location
5100 E ARBOR RD, Long Beach, CA 90808
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Bethany Lutheran School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. MacArthur Elementary (rated 8.0/10, 1.1 miles away, in nearby Lakewood), which scores slightly higher. Another option is Holmes Elementary (rated 7.9/10, 1.0 miles away, in nearby Lakewood), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, ST CYPRIAN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 7.8/10), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Long Beach, see our Long Beach schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.5 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| ST CYPRIAN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Long Beach | 0.0 mi | 7.8 |
| St. Cyprian Elementary Long Beach | 0.0 mi | — |
| Bethany Lutheran Long Beach | 0.1 mi | — |
| Twain Elementary Long Beach | 0.2 mi | 6.2 |
| Bancroft Middle Long Beach | 0.3 mi | 6.6 |
| LAKEWOOD CHRISTIAN SCHOOLS Long Beach | 0.3 mi | 6.7 |
| Lakewood High Lakewood | 0.7 mi | 5.8 |
| Spectrum Center Schools-Lakewood High School Lakewood | 0.8 mi | — |
| Gompers Lakewood | 0.9 mi | 6.0 |
| Intensive Learning Center Bellflower | 1.0 mi | 5.2 |
| Stephen Foster Elementary Bellflower | 1.1 mi | 7.0 |
| Holmes Elementary Lakewood | 1.0 mi | 7.9 |
| SPECTRUM CENTER- LONG BEACH MIDDLE COUNTRY CLUB Lakewood | 1.1 mi | — |
| Hoover Middle Lakewood | 1.1 mi | 5.9 |
| MacArthur Elementary Lakewood | 1.1 mi | 8.0 |
| Riley Elementary Lakewood | 1.2 mi | 7.3 |
| Buena Vista High Lakewood | 1.4 mi | 7.0 |
| Odyssey STEM Academy Lakewood | 1.3 mi | 7.5 |
| Bellflower Alternative Education Center Bellflower | 1.5 mi | — |
| ST PANCRATIUS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Lakewood | 1.5 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
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|---|---|
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| Bellevue-Santa Fe Charter San Luis Obispo, CA | 7.1 |
| Buttonwillow Elementary Buttonwillow, CA | 7.1 |
| Dewey Elementary San Diego, CA | 7.1 |
| Frazier Park Elementary Lebec, CA | 7.1 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Bethany Lutheran School
What grades does Bethany Lutheran School serve?
Bethany Lutheran School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 8th.
How many students attend Bethany Lutheran School?
Bethany Lutheran School has an enrollment of approximately 217 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Bethany Lutheran School?
The student-teacher ratio at Bethany Lutheran School is 13.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Bethany Lutheran School rank in CA?
Bethany Lutheran School ranks #415 of 1,787 private schools in CA.
What is Bethany Lutheran School's MySchoolScout rating?
Bethany Lutheran School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.1 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Bethany Lutheran School a private school?
Yes, Bethany Lutheran School is a private coeducational school with a Lutheran Church - Missouri Synod 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 Lutheran School a religious school?
Bethany Lutheran School has a Lutheran Church - Missouri Synod religious affiliation.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 8th
- Enrollment
- 217
- Gender Split
- 54% M / 46% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 13.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 16
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Lutheran Church - Missouri Synod
- School Day
- 7 hours
- Days Per Year
- 176 days
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Los Angeles County
- Phone
- (562) 420-7783
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