Very Good
#1950 of 9,539 schools in CA
Top 20% in state
Gant Elementary
Elementary School · Long Beach Unified
1854 Britton Dr., Long Beach, CA 90815
Enrollment
663
Student-Teacher
27.6:1
Score
7.8
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
663
Student-Teacher
27.6:1
Score
7.8
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#1,950 of 9,539
In Long Beach
#15 of 77
public schools
In district
#19 of 82
Long Beach Unified
Equity
9.9 / 10
Excellent
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About Gant Elementary
Gant Elementary is a public elementary school in Long Beach, CA, part of Long Beach Unified. Gant Elementary serves approximately 663 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 27.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Gant Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.8 out of 10 and ranks #1,950 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Gant Elementary show 79% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 80% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 7.8 · Very Good
- District avg 6.3
- CA avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
Gant Elementary runs 27.6:1 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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Gant Elementary — Students at Gant 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
29.6%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)
Based on 34 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: 8.0/10.
How Gant Elementary Compares
See how Gant 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
1854 Britton Dr., Long Beach, CA 90815
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Gant Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Emerson Parkside Academy (rated 9.0/10, 1.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Prisk Elementary (rated 8.8/10, 0.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Tincher Preparatory (rated 8.8/10, 1.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Long Beach, see our Long Beach schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.8 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Montessori Children's House Long Beach | 0.3 mi | — |
| MONTESSORI CHILDRENS HOUSE Long Beach | 0.3 mi | — |
| Stanford Middle Long Beach | 0.7 mi | 7.0 |
| Prisk Elementary Long Beach | 0.8 mi | 8.8 |
| Bixby Elementary Long Beach | 0.8 mi | 7.5 |
| OUR LADY OF REFUGE SCHOOL Long Beach | 0.9 mi | 5.6 |
| Our Lady of Refuge Catholic Long Beach | 0.9 mi | — |
| Los Altos Classical Christian Academy Long Beach | 0.9 mi | — |
| LOS ALTOS GRACE BRETHREN SCHOOL Long Beach | 0.9 mi | 6.2 |
| BETHANY BAPTIST ELEMENTARY Long Beach | 1.0 mi | 6.2 |
| Eunice Sato Academy of Math & Science Long Beach | 1.0 mi | 8.5 |
| Bethany Baptist Elementary Long Beach | 1.0 mi | — |
| Tincher Preparatory Long Beach | 1.0 mi | 8.8 |
| Emerson Parkside Academy Long Beach | 1.2 mi | 9.0 |
| Millikan High Long Beach | 1.3 mi | 7.6 |
| Kettering Elementary Long Beach | 1.4 mi | 8.8 |
| Carver Elementary Long Beach | 1.6 mi | 7.3 |
| MARINA MONTESSORI Long Beach | 1.5 mi | — |
| Wilson High Long Beach | 1.5 mi | 5.8 |
| Rogers Middle Long Beach | 1.8 mi | 6.9 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 90815 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$116,567
Median Home Value
$890,500
Median Rent
$2,263/mo
Population
43,461
College Educated
53.5%
Homeownership
64.8%
Avg Commute
28.9 min
Poverty Rate
7.9%
Median Age
37.6
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|---|---|
| Almond Grove Elementary Oakley, CA | 7.8 |
| Bay Farm Alameda, CA | 7.8 |
| Ben Lomond Elementary Covina, CA | 7.8 |
| Bethany Elementary Mountain House, CA | 7.8 |
| Burbank (Luther) Elementary Artesia, CA | 7.8 |
| Central Park Elementary Santa Clara, CA | 7.8 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Gant Elementary
What grades does Gant Elementary serve?
Gant Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend Gant Elementary?
Gant Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 663 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Gant Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Gant Elementary is 27.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Gant Elementary rank in CA?
Gant Elementary ranks #1,950 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Gant Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Gant Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.8 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 Gant Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Gant Elementary has 79% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 80% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Gant Elementary a charter school?
No, Gant Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Gant Elementary a Title I school?
No, Gant Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Gant Elementary?
29.6% of students at Gant 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
- 663
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 27.6:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 24
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 29.6%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Los Angeles County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 21.7%
- Phone
- (562) 430-3384
Resources & Links
District
Long Beach Unified- District Enrollment
- 63,966
- Schools in District
- 82
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $18,539
- District Rank
- #19 of 82
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