Serving 817 students in grades 6-8, Bancroft Middle School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 40% (which is higher than the California state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 53% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 24:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 87% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 817 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 24:1
- Minority Enrollment: 87%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 40% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 53% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 29% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Bancroft Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Bancroft Middle School's student population of 817 students has declined by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 34 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
817 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
34 teachers
School Rankings
Bancroft Middle School ranks within the top 50% of all 9,602 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Bancroft Middle School is 0.68, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.63. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#3075 out of 9602 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
53%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
29%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
24:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
14%
12%
Hispanic
52%
56%
Black
12%
5%
White
13%
20%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
8%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
47%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Bancroft Middle School's ranking?
Bancroft Middle School is ranked #3075 out of 9,602 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in California.
What schools are Bancroft Middle School often compared to?
Bancroft Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Marshall Academy Of The Arts, Hoover Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CA state average), while 53% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Bancroft Middle School?
817 students attend Bancroft Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
52% of Bancroft Middle School students are Hispanic, 14% of students are Asian, 13% of students are White, 12% of students are Black, 8% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Bancroft Middle School?
Bancroft Middle School has a student ration of 24:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Bancroft Middle School offer ?
Bancroft Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Bancroft Middle School part of?
Bancroft Middle School is part of Long Beach Unified School District.
In what neighborhood is Bancroft Middle School located?
Bancroft Middle School is located in the Lakewood Village neighborhood of Long Beach, CA. There are 1 other public schools located in Lakewood Village.
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