Serving 663 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Gant Elementary School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 76% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 83% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 27:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 68% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 663 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 27:1
- Minority Enrollment: 68%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 76% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 83% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Gant Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Gant Elementary School's student population of 663 students has grown by 17% over five school years.
The teacher population of 25 teachers has grown by 13% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
663 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
25 teachers
School Rankings
Gant Elementary School ranks within the top 5% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Gant Elementary School is 0.76, 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
#302 out of 9523 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
76%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
83%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
27:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
15%
12%
Hispanic
32%
56%
Black
5%
5%
White
32%
20%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
15%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
25%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Gant Elementary School's ranking?
Gant Elementary School is ranked #302 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in California.
What schools are Gant Elementary School often compared to?
Gant Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Prisk Elementary School, Kettering Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
76% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 83% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Gant Elementary School?
663 students attend Gant Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
32% of Gant Elementary School students are Hispanic, 32% of students are White, 15% of students are Asian, 15% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Gant Elementary School?
Gant Elementary School has a student ration of 27:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Gant Elementary School offer ?
Gant Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Gant Elementary School part of?
Gant Elementary School is part of Long Beach Unified School District.
In what neighborhood is Gant Elementary School located?
Gant Elementary School is located in the Los Altos neighborhood of Long Beach, CA. There are 5 other public schools located in Los Altos.
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