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#3926 of 9,539 schools in CA
Top 41% in state
Birney Elementary
Elementary School · Long Beach Unified
710 West Spring St., Long Beach, CA 90806
Enrollment
496
Student-Teacher
22.5:1
Score
6.8
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
496
Student-Teacher
22.5:1
Score
6.8
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#3,926 of 9,539
In Long Beach
#33 of 77
public schools
In district
#36 of 82
Long Beach Unified
Academic performance
7.3 / 10
Very Good
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About Birney Elementary
Birney Elementary is a public elementary school in Long Beach, CA, part of Long Beach Unified. Birney Elementary serves approximately 496 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 22.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Birney Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.8 out of 10 and ranks #3,926 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Birney Elementary show 43% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 45% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 6.8 · Average
- District avg 6.3
- CA avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
Birney Elementary runs 22.5:1 students to teachers, above the national average. That often means bigger classes. Ask how the school supports kids who need extra help, and whether there are teaching assistants or small-group time.
35% of students at Birney Elementary were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.
Score Breakdown
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Birney Elementary — Students at Birney Elementary score 40% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 36%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
67.3%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)
Based on 32 test records from CA state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 7.0/10.
How Birney Elementary Compares
See how Birney Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
710 West Spring St., Long Beach, CA 90806
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Birney Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Los Cerritos Elementary (rated 8.0/10, 1.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is OAKWOOD ACADEMY (rated 7.1/10, 1.4 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, ST LUCY SCHOOL (rated 6.0/10, 1.2 miles away), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Long Beach, see our Long Beach schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.5 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| PACIFIC BAPTIST SCHOOL Long Beach | 0.5 mi | 7.8 |
| Lafayette Elementary Long Beach | 0.7 mi | 5.2 |
| Muir K-8 Long Beach | 0.6 mi | 5.5 |
| Holy Innocents Elementary Long Beach | 0.7 mi | — |
| Los Cerritos Elementary Long Beach | 1.2 mi | 8.0 |
| Success Work College Preparatory Academy Long Beach | 1.0 mi | — |
| Webster Elementary Long Beach | 1.0 mi | 3.9 |
| Stephens Middle Long Beach | 1.0 mi | 7.9 |
| Garfield Elementary Long Beach | 1.1 mi | 5.2 |
| Intellectual Virtues Academy of Long Beach Long Beach | 1.1 mi | 5.9 |
| St. Lucy School Long Beach | 1.2 mi | — |
| ST LUCY SCHOOL Long Beach | 1.2 mi | 6.0 |
| College Bridge Academy Long Beach | 1.2 mi | 4.8 |
| The Education Corps Long Beach | 1.2 mi | 4.1 |
| Bobbie Smith Elementary Long Beach | 1.3 mi | 4.9 |
| OAKWOOD ACADEMY Long Beach | 1.4 mi | 7.1 |
| VALLEY CHRISTIAN HIGH SCHOOL Long Beach | 1.4 mi | 6.2 |
| Educational Partnership High Long Beach | 1.5 mi | 5.6 |
| Hudson Long Beach | 1.4 mi | 4.5 |
| Cabrillo High Long Beach | 1.5 mi | 6.1 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 90806 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$73,674
Median Home Value
$699,800
Median Rent
$1,672/mo
Population
39,972
College Educated
21.9%
Homeownership
36.3%
Avg Commute
30.9 min
Poverty Rate
16.3%
Median Age
35.9
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Birney Elementary
What grades does Birney Elementary serve?
Birney Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend Birney Elementary?
Birney Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 496 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Birney Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Birney Elementary is 22.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Birney Elementary rank in CA?
Birney Elementary ranks #3,926 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Birney Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Birney Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.8 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at Birney Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Birney Elementary has 43% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 45% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Birney Elementary a charter school?
No, Birney Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Birney Elementary a Title I school?
No, Birney Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Birney Elementary?
67.3% of students at Birney Elementary qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 5th
- Enrollment
- 496
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 22.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 22
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 67.3%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Los Angeles County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 35.3%
- Phone
- (562) 427-8512
Resources & Links
District
Long Beach Unified- District Enrollment
- 63,966
- Schools in District
- 82
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $18,539
- District Rank
- #36 of 82
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