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#6588 of 9,539 schools in CA
Stevenson Elementary
Elementary School · Long Beach Unified
515 Lime Ave., Long Beach, CA 90802
Enrollment
479
Student-Teacher
28.2:1
Score
5.4
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
479
Student-Teacher
28.2:1
Score
5.4
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#6,588 of 9,539
In Long Beach
#57 of 77
public schools
In district
#63 of 82
Long Beach Unified
Academic performance
7.1 / 10
Very Good
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About Stevenson Elementary
Stevenson Elementary is a public elementary school in Long Beach, CA, part of Long Beach Unified. Stevenson Elementary serves approximately 479 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 28.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Stevenson Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.4 out of 10 and ranks #6,588 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Stevenson Elementary show 39% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 43% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 5.4 · Average
- District avg 6.3
- CA avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
Stevenson Elementary runs 28.2:1 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.
54% of students at Stevenson 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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Stevenson Elementary — Students at Stevenson Elementary score 35% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 27%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
84.3%
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 Stevenson Elementary Compares
See how Stevenson 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
515 Lime Ave., Long Beach, CA 90802
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Stevenson Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Lincoln Elementary (rated 7.4/10, 0.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is MONTESSORI ON ELM (rated 7.2/10, 0.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, ST ANTHONY PARISH SCHOOL (rated 5.7/10, 0.1 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Long Beach, see our Long Beach schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.3 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| ST ANTHONY HIGH SCHOOL Long Beach | 0.1 mi | 6.5 |
| ST ANTHONY PARISH SCHOOL Long Beach | 0.1 mi | 5.7 |
| MONTESSORI ON ELM Long Beach | 0.4 mi | 7.2 |
| Montessori On Elm Long Beach | 0.4 mi | — |
| Franklin Classical Middle Long Beach | 0.4 mi | 6.6 |
| Jenny Oropeza Elementary Long Beach | 0.4 mi | 3.9 |
| Renaissance High School for the Arts Long Beach | 0.4 mi | 7.0 |
| Lincoln Elementary Long Beach | 0.7 mi | 7.4 |
| FIRST BAPTIST CHURCH SCHOOL Long Beach | 0.6 mi | 6.9 |
| Clear Passage Educational Center Long Beach | 0.8 mi | 7.2 |
| Roosevelt Elementary Long Beach | 0.9 mi | 4.3 |
| Polytechnic High Long Beach | 0.9 mi | 6.9 |
| The Muse Academy Long Beach | 0.9 mi | — |
| We the People High Long Beach | 1.1 mi | 5.5 |
| Washington Middle Long Beach | 1.0 mi | 6.0 |
| Intellectual Virtues Academy Long Beach | 1.1 mi | 6.6 |
| HUNTINGTON ACADEMY Long Beach | 1.0 mi | 4.6 |
| Edison Elementary Long Beach | 1.0 mi | 3.9 |
| Chavez Elementary Long Beach | 1.0 mi | 4.6 |
| Educational Partnership High Long Beach | 1.3 mi | 5.6 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 90802 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$72,152
Median Home Value
$546,700
Median Rent
$1,855/mo
Population
39,859
College Educated
43.8%
Homeownership
20.5%
Avg Commute
29.8 min
Poverty Rate
16.6%
Median Age
35.9
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Stevenson Elementary
What grades does Stevenson Elementary serve?
Stevenson Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend Stevenson Elementary?
Stevenson Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 479 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Stevenson Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Stevenson Elementary is 28.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Stevenson Elementary rank in CA?
Stevenson Elementary ranks #6,588 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Stevenson Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Stevenson Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.4 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 Stevenson Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Stevenson Elementary has 39% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 43% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Stevenson Elementary a charter school?
No, Stevenson Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Stevenson Elementary a Title I school?
No, Stevenson Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Stevenson Elementary?
84.3% of students at Stevenson 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
- 479
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 28.2:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 17
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 84.3%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Los Angeles County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 53.7%
- Phone
- (562) 437-0407
Resources & Links
District
Long Beach Unified- District Enrollment
- 63,966
- Schools in District
- 82
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $18,539
- District Rank
- #63 of 82
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