Excellent
#702 of 9,539 schools in CA
Top 7% in state
Cleveland Elementary
Elementary School · Long Beach Unified
4760 Hackett Ave., Lakewood, CA 90713
Enrollment
455
Student-Teacher
26.8:1
Score
8.6
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
455
Student-Teacher
26.8:1
Score
8.6
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#702 of 9,539
In Lakewood
#1 of 15
public schools
In district
#6 of 82
Long Beach Unified
Equity
9.9 / 10
Excellent
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About Cleveland Elementary
Cleveland Elementary is a public elementary school in Lakewood, CA, part of Long Beach Unified. Cleveland Elementary serves approximately 455 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 26.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Cleveland Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.6 out of 10 and ranks #702 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Cleveland Elementary show 65% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 65% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 8.6 · Excellent
- District avg 6.3
- CA avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
Cleveland Elementary runs 26.8:1 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.
Score Breakdown
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Cleveland Elementary — Students at Cleveland Elementary score 81% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 58%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
29.9%
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: 9.8/10.
How Cleveland Elementary Compares
See how Cleveland 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
4760 Hackett Ave., Lakewood, CA 90713
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Cleveland Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Henry (rated 8.2/10, 1.3 miles away, in nearby Long Beach), with a comparable rating. Another option is Bragg Elementary (rated 8.2/10, 1.3 miles away, in nearby Cerritos), with a comparable rating. Additionally, MacArthur Elementary (rated 8.0/10, 0.5 miles away), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Lakewood, see our Lakewood schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.5 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| MacArthur Elementary Lakewood | 0.5 mi | 8.0 |
| BRIGHT TIME CHILD CARE LEARNING CENTER Lakewood | 0.9 mi | — |
| Spectrum Center Schools-Lakewood High School Lakewood | 0.9 mi | — |
| St. Maria Goretti School Long Beach | 1.1 mi | — |
| Lakewood High Lakewood | 1.0 mi | 5.8 |
| Ernest S. McBride Sr. High Long Beach | 1.1 mi | 8.6 |
| Gompers Lakewood | 1.1 mi | 6.0 |
| Esther Lindstrom Elementary Bellflower | 1.2 mi | 5.1 |
| Haskell (Pliny Fisk) Middle Cerritos | 1.1 mi | 8.6 |
| Henry Long Beach | 1.3 mi | 8.2 |
| ST JOSEPH HIGH SCHOOL Lakewood | 1.3 mi | 5.4 |
| Bragg Elementary Cerritos | 1.3 mi | 8.2 |
| LAKEWOOD CHRISTIAN SCHOOLS Long Beach | 1.2 mi | 6.7 |
| Helen Keller Middle Long Beach | 1.5 mi | 7.8 |
| Mayfair High Bellflower | 1.5 mi | 6.9 |
| Bancroft Middle Long Beach | 1.3 mi | 6.6 |
| VALLEY CHRISTIAN MIDDLE SCHOOL Cerritos | 1.6 mi | 6.9 |
| Willow Elementary Lakewood | 1.4 mi | 5.8 |
| Aloha Elementary Lakewood | 1.5 mi | 8.0 |
| St. Cyprian Elementary Long Beach | 1.5 mi | — |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 90713 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$129,397
Median Home Value
$808,600
Median Rent
$2,699/mo
Population
28,583
College Educated
32.2%
Homeownership
84.9%
Avg Commute
28.7 min
Poverty Rate
5.7%
Median Age
41
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Argonne Elementary San Francisco, CA | 8.6 |
| Audubon Elementary Foster City, CA | 8.6 |
| Benjamin Franklin Elementary Glendale, CA | 8.6 |
| Brookhaven Elementary Placentia, CA | 8.6 |
| Buena Terra Elementary Buena Park, CA | 8.6 |
| C. B. Eaton Elementary Cupertino, CA | 8.6 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Cleveland Elementary
What grades does Cleveland Elementary serve?
Cleveland Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend Cleveland Elementary?
Cleveland Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 455 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Cleveland Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Cleveland Elementary is 26.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Cleveland Elementary rank in CA?
Cleveland Elementary ranks #702 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Cleveland Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Cleveland Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.6 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 Cleveland Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Cleveland Elementary has 65% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 65% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Cleveland Elementary a charter school?
No, Cleveland Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Cleveland Elementary a Title I school?
No, Cleveland Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Cleveland Elementary?
29.9% of students at Cleveland 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
- 455
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 26.8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 17
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 29.9%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Los Angeles County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 27.3%
- Phone
- (562) 420-7552
Resources & Links
District
Long Beach Unified- District Enrollment
- 63,966
- Schools in District
- 82
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $18,539
- District Rank
- #6 of 82
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