Beach K-12 Independent Study 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 was 32% (which was lower than the California state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts was 47% (which was equal to the California state average of 47%).
School Overview
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-12
Total Students
1,654 students
Total Classroom Teachers
25 teachers
School Rankings
Overall Testing Rank
#3907 out of 9602 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
32%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
47%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
n/a
21:1
American Indian
(21-22)n/a
1%
Asian
(21-22)10%
12%
Hispanic
(21-22)53%
56%
Black
(21-22)22%
5%
White
(21-22)7%
21%
Hawaiian
(21-22)2%
n/a
Two or more races
(21-22)6%
5%
Graduation Rate
80-89%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch (21-22)
63%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (21-22)
1%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Beach K-12 Independent Study's ranking?
Beach K-12 Independent Study is ranked #3907 out of 9,602 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in California.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
32% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CA state average), while 47% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Beach K-12 Independent Study?
The graduation rate of Beach K-12 Independent Study is 80-89%, which is lower than the California state average of 87%.
How many students attend Beach K-12 Independent Study?
1,654 students attend Beach K-12 Independent Study.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
53% of Beach K-12 Independent Study students are Hispanic, 22% of students are Black, 10% of students are Asian, 7% of students are White, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Hawaiian.
What grades does Beach K-12 Independent Study offer ?
Beach K-12 Independent Study offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-12
What school district is Beach K-12 Independent Study part of?
Beach K-12 Independent Study is part of Long Beach Unified School District.
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