Serving 430 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Riley Elementary 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 35-39% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45-49% (which is approximately equal to 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 93% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 430 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 24:1
- Minority Enrollment: 93%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-29% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Riley Elementary School's student population of 430 students has grown by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 18 teachers has grown by 20% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
430 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
18 teachers
School Rankings
Riley Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Riley Elementary School is 0.61, 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
#3560 out of 9523 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
24:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
12%
12%
Hispanic
60%
56%
Black
13%
5%
White
7%
20%
Hawaiian
2%
n/a
Two or more races
6%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
47%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
12%
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 Riley Elementary School's ranking?
Riley Elementary School is ranked #3560 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in California.
What schools are Riley Elementary School often compared to?
Riley Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Bret Harte Elementary School, Palm Elementary School, Holmes Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 45-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Riley Elementary School?
430 students attend Riley Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
60% of Riley Elementary School students are Hispanic, 13% of students are Black, 12% of students are Asian, 7% of students are White, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Riley Elementary School?
Riley Elementary School has a student ration of 24:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Riley Elementary School offer ?
Riley Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Riley Elementary School part of?
Riley Elementary School is part of Long Beach Unified School District.
In what neighborhood is Riley Elementary School located?
Riley Elementary School is located in the Lakewood Mutual neighborhood of Lakewood, CA. There are 2 other public schools located in Lakewood Mutual.
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