Below Average
#7412 of 9,539 schools in CA
Bobbie Smith Elementary
Elementary School · Long Beach Unified
565 East Hill St., Long Beach, CA 90806
Enrollment
663
Student-Teacher
26.5:1
Score
4.9
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
663
Student-Teacher
26.5:1
Score
4.9
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#7,412 of 9,539
In Long Beach
#61 of 77
public schools
In district
#68 of 82
Long Beach Unified
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Bobbie Smith Elementary
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About Bobbie Smith Elementary
Bobbie Smith Elementary is a public elementary school in Long Beach, CA, part of Long Beach Unified. Bobbie Smith Elementary serves approximately 663 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 26.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Bobbie Smith Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.9 out of 10 and ranks #7,412 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Bobbie Smith Elementary show 39% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 38% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 4.9 · Below Average
- District avg 6.3
- CA avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
Bobbie Smith Elementary runs 26.5:1 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.
39% of students at Bobbie Smith 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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Bobbie Smith Elementary — Students at Bobbie Smith Elementary score 30% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 28%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
82.2%
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
↓ DecliningAverage 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: 5.1/10.
How Bobbie Smith Elementary Compares
See how Bobbie Smith 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
565 East Hill St., Long Beach, CA 90806
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Bobbie Smith Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Lincoln Elementary (rated 7.4/10, 1.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is MONTESSORI ON ELM (rated 7.2/10, 1.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Signal Hill Elementary (rated 6.1/10, 0.8 miles away, in nearby Signal Hill), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Long Beach, see our Long Beach schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.3 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| New Hope Academy of Change Long Beach | 0.5 mi | — |
| Holy Innocents Elementary Long Beach | 0.6 mi | — |
| Intellectual Virtues Academy Long Beach | 0.7 mi | 6.6 |
| We the People High Long Beach | 0.7 mi | 5.5 |
| Polytechnic High Long Beach | 0.7 mi | 6.9 |
| Roosevelt Elementary Long Beach | 0.7 mi | 4.3 |
| Lafayette Elementary Long Beach | 0.7 mi | 5.2 |
| Educational Partnership High Long Beach | 0.7 mi | 5.6 |
| Robinson Academy Long Beach | 0.7 mi | 4.9 |
| Signal Hill Elementary Signal Hill | 0.8 mi | 6.1 |
| Clear Passage Educational Center Long Beach | 0.9 mi | 7.2 |
| Washington Middle Long Beach | 1.0 mi | 6.0 |
| Whittier Elementary Long Beach | 1.0 mi | 3.1 |
| Jessie Nelson Academy Signal Hill | 1.0 mi | 6.7 |
| Alvarado Elementary Signal Hill | 1.0 mi | 5.7 |
| Lincoln Elementary Long Beach | 1.2 mi | 7.4 |
| HUNTINGTON ACADEMY Long Beach | 1.2 mi | 4.6 |
| FIRST BAPTIST CHURCH SCHOOL Long Beach | 1.3 mi | 6.9 |
| Montessori On Elm Long Beach | 1.3 mi | — |
| MONTESSORI ON ELM Long Beach | 1.3 mi | 7.2 |
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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|---|---|
| Alice Shaw Elementary Orcutt, CA | 4.9 |
| Anderson Elementary Garden Grove, CA | 4.9 |
| Andrew Jackson Elementary Santa Ana, CA | 4.9 |
| Avenal Elementary Avenal, CA | 4.9 |
| Catherine Everett Elementary Modesto, CA | 4.9 |
| Central Elementary Rancho Cucamonga, CA | 4.9 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Bobbie Smith Elementary
What grades does Bobbie Smith Elementary serve?
Bobbie Smith Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend Bobbie Smith Elementary?
Bobbie Smith Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 663 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Bobbie Smith Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Bobbie Smith Elementary is 26.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Bobbie Smith Elementary rank in CA?
Bobbie Smith Elementary ranks #7,412 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Bobbie Smith Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Bobbie Smith Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.9 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 Bobbie Smith Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Bobbie Smith Elementary has 39% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 38% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Bobbie Smith Elementary a charter school?
No, Bobbie Smith Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Bobbie Smith Elementary a Title I school?
No, Bobbie Smith Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Bobbie Smith Elementary?
82.2% of students at Bobbie Smith 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.
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 5th
- Enrollment
- 663
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 26.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 25
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 82.2%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Los Angeles County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 39.4%
- Phone
- (562) 595-9466
Resources & Links
District
Long Beach Unified- District Enrollment
- 63,966
- Schools in District
- 82
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $18,539
- District Rank
- #68 of 82
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