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Signal Hill Elementary
Elementary School · Long Beach Unified
2285 Walnut Ave., Signal Hill, CA 90755
Enrollment
620
Student-Teacher
27:1
Score
6.1
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
620
Student-Teacher
27:1
Score
6.1
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#5,267 of 9,539
In Signal Hill
#2 of 3
public schools
In district
#45 of 82
Long Beach Unified
Equity
9.0 / 10
Excellent
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About Signal Hill Elementary
Signal Hill Elementary is a public elementary school in Signal Hill, CA, part of Long Beach Unified. Signal Hill Elementary serves approximately 620 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 27:1 student-teacher ratio. Signal Hill Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.1 out of 10 and ranks #5,267 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Signal Hill Elementary show 53% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 55% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 6.1 · Average
- District avg 6.3
- CA avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
Signal Hill Elementary runs 27:1 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 Signal Hill 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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Signal Hill Elementary — Students at Signal Hill Elementary score 50% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 27%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
83.7%
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: 5.9/10.
How Signal Hill Elementary Compares
See how Signal Hill 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
2285 Walnut Ave., Signal Hill, CA 90755
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Signal Hill Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Lincoln Elementary (rated 7.4/10, 1.2 miles away, in nearby Long Beach), which scores notably higher. Another option is WESTERLY SCHOOL OF LONG BEACH (rated 6.7/10, 1.1 miles away, in nearby Long Beach), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Alvarado Elementary (rated 5.7/10, 0.4 miles away), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Signal Hill, see our Signal Hill schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.4 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Alvarado Elementary Signal Hill | 0.4 mi | 5.7 |
| Robinson Academy Long Beach | 0.4 mi | 4.9 |
| Jessie Nelson Academy Signal Hill | 0.4 mi | 6.7 |
| New Hope Academy of Change Long Beach | 0.5 mi | — |
| Whittier Elementary Long Beach | 0.7 mi | 3.1 |
| Bobbie Smith Elementary Long Beach | 0.8 mi | 4.9 |
| HUNTINGTON ACADEMY Long Beach | 1.0 mi | 4.6 |
| Polytechnic High Long Beach | 1.0 mi | 6.9 |
| Clear Passage Educational Center Long Beach | 1.1 mi | 7.2 |
| The Muse Academy Long Beach | 1.2 mi | — |
| Roosevelt Elementary Long Beach | 1.1 mi | 4.3 |
| Lincoln Elementary Long Beach | 1.2 mi | 7.4 |
| Olivia Nieto Herrera Elementary Long Beach | 1.1 mi | 3.9 |
| Richard D. Browning High Long Beach | 1.1 mi | 5.4 |
| Westerly School of Long Beach Long Beach | 1.1 mi | — |
| WESTERLY SCHOOL OF LONG BEACH Long Beach | 1.1 mi | 6.7 |
| Intellectual Virtues Academy Long Beach | 1.2 mi | 6.6 |
| We the People High Long Beach | 1.2 mi | 5.5 |
| Holy Innocents Elementary Long Beach | 1.2 mi | — |
| OAKTREE PRESCHOOL Long Beach | 1.4 mi | — |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 90755 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$102,684
Median Home Value
$730,200
Median Rent
$1,817/mo
Population
11,654
College Educated
38.3%
Homeownership
52.1%
Avg Commute
31.2 min
Poverty Rate
9%
Median Age
41.1
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| CHEDER MENACHEM Los Angeles, CA | 6.1 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Signal Hill Elementary
What grades does Signal Hill Elementary serve?
Signal Hill Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend Signal Hill Elementary?
Signal Hill Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 620 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Signal Hill Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Signal Hill Elementary is 27:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Signal Hill Elementary rank in CA?
Signal Hill Elementary ranks #5,267 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Signal Hill Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Signal Hill Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.1 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 Signal Hill Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Signal Hill Elementary has 53% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 55% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Signal Hill Elementary a charter school?
No, Signal Hill Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Signal Hill Elementary a Title I school?
No, Signal Hill Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Signal Hill Elementary?
83.7% of students at Signal Hill 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
- 620
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 27:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 23
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 83.7%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Los Angeles County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 39.4%
- Phone
- (562) 426-8170
Resources & Links
District
Long Beach Unified- District Enrollment
- 63,966
- Schools in District
- 82
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $18,539
- District Rank
- #45 of 82
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