Serving 715 students in grades 6-8, Lindsey Academy ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 14% (which is lower than the California state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35% (which is lower than the California state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 22:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 99% 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: 715 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 22:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 14% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 11% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Lindsey Academy's student population of 715 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 32 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
715 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
32 teachers
School Rankings
Lindsey Academy ranks within the bottom 50% of all 9,602 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Lindsey Academy is 0.47, which is less 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
#7030 out of 9602 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
14%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
11%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
22:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
6%
12%
Hispanic
71%
56%
Black
17%
5%
White
1%
20%
Hawaiian
3%
n/a
Two or more races
2%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
78%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Lindsey Academy's ranking?
Lindsey Academy is ranked #7030 out of 9,602 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in California.
What schools are Lindsey Academy often compared to?
Lindsey Academyis often viewed alongside schools like Hughes Middle School, Rudecinda Sepulveda Dodson Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
14% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CA state average), while 35% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Lindsey Academy?
715 students attend Lindsey Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
71% of Lindsey Academy students are Hispanic, 17% of students are Black, 6% of students are Asian, 3% of students are Hawaiian, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are White.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Lindsey Academy?
Lindsey Academy has a student ration of 22:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Lindsey Academy offer ?
Lindsey Academy offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Lindsey Academy part of?
Lindsey Academy is part of Long Beach Unified School District.
In what neighborhood is Lindsey Academy located?
Lindsey Academy is located in the North Long Beach neighborhood of Long Beach, CA. There are 11 other public schools located in North Long Beach.
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