Very Good
#2931 of 9,539 schools in CA
Top 31% in state
Riley Elementary
Elementary School · Long Beach Unified
3319 Sandwood St., Lakewood, CA 90712
Enrollment
430
Student-Teacher
25.3:1
Score
7.3
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
430
Student-Teacher
25.3:1
Score
7.3
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#2,931 of 9,539
In Lakewood
#6 of 15
public schools
In district
#28 of 82
Long Beach Unified
Equity
8.9 / 10
Excellent
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About Riley Elementary
Riley Elementary is a public elementary school in Lakewood, CA, part of Long Beach Unified. Riley Elementary serves approximately 430 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 25.3:1 student-teacher ratio. Riley Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.3 out of 10 and ranks #2,931 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Riley Elementary show 49% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 54% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 7.3 · Very Good
- District avg 6.3
- CA avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
Riley Elementary runs 25.3:1 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.
33% of students at Riley 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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Riley Elementary — Students at Riley Elementary score 56% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 41%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
59.1%
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: 7.9/10.
How Riley Elementary Compares
See how Riley 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
3319 Sandwood St., Lakewood, CA 90712
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Riley Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Holmes Elementary (rated 7.9/10, 0.4 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is ST CYPRIAN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 7.8/10, 1.2 miles away, in nearby Long Beach), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, BETHANY LUTHERAN SCHOOL (rated 7.1/10, 1.2 miles away, in nearby Long Beach), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Lakewood, see our Lakewood schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.6 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Hoover Middle Lakewood | 0.3 mi | 5.9 |
| SPECTRUM CENTER- LONG BEACH MIDDLE COUNTRY CLUB Lakewood | 0.3 mi | — |
| Holmes Elementary Lakewood | 0.4 mi | 7.9 |
| Madison Elementary Lakewood | 0.5 mi | 5.1 |
| Odyssey STEM Academy Lakewood | 0.9 mi | 7.5 |
| Buena Vista High Lakewood | 1.0 mi | 7.0 |
| St. Pancratius Lakewood | 1.0 mi | — |
| ST PANCRATIUS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Lakewood | 1.0 mi | 6.8 |
| Twain Elementary Long Beach | 1.1 mi | 6.2 |
| Bethany Lutheran Long Beach | 1.1 mi | — |
| BETHANY LUTHERAN SCHOOL Long Beach | 1.2 mi | 7.1 |
| ST CYPRIAN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Long Beach | 1.2 mi | 7.8 |
| Intensive Learning Center Bellflower | 1.3 mi | 5.2 |
| St. Cyprian Elementary Long Beach | 1.2 mi | — |
| Captain Raymond Collins Long Beach | 1.6 mi | 4.6 |
| Harte Elementary Long Beach | 1.5 mi | 5.6 |
| Bancroft Middle Long Beach | 1.4 mi | 6.6 |
| Barton Elementary Long Beach | 1.4 mi | 4.8 |
| LAKEWOOD CHRISTIAN SCHOOLS Long Beach | 1.4 mi | 6.7 |
| Stephen Foster Elementary Bellflower | 1.6 mi | 7.0 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 90712 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$119,246
Median Home Value
$779,600
Median Rent
$2,302/mo
Population
30,672
College Educated
36.9%
Homeownership
75.8%
Avg Commute
29.4 min
Poverty Rate
4.3%
Median Age
37.6
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Riley Elementary
What grades does Riley Elementary serve?
Riley Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend Riley Elementary?
Riley Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 430 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Riley Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Riley Elementary is 25.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Riley Elementary rank in CA?
Riley Elementary ranks #2,931 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Riley Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Riley Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.3 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 Riley Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Riley Elementary has 49% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 54% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Riley Elementary a charter school?
No, Riley Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Riley Elementary a Title I school?
No, Riley Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Riley Elementary?
59.1% of students at Riley 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
- 430
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 25.3:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 17
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 59.1%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Los Angeles County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 33.0%
- Phone
- (562) 420-9595
Resources & Links
District
Long Beach Unified- District Enrollment
- 63,966
- Schools in District
- 82
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $18,539
- District Rank
- #28 of 82
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