Serving 840 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Henry ranks in the top 20% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 59% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 69% (which is higher than the California state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 29:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 81% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 840 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 29:1
- Minority Enrollment: 81%
- Math Proficiency: 59% (Top 10% in CA)
- Reading Proficiency: 69%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Henry ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Henry's student population of 840 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 29 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
840 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
29 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
The diversity score of Henry is 0.51, 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.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
59%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)69%
51%
Student : Teacher Ratio
29:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
4%
12%
Hispanic
67%
56%
Black
4%
5%
White
19%
21%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
14%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are Henry often compared to?
Henryis often viewed alongside schools like Cubberley K-8, Newcomb Academy by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% CA state average).
How many students attend Henry?
840 students attend Henry.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
67% of Henry students are Hispanic, 19% of students are White, 6% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Asian, and 4% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Henry?
Henry has a student ration of 29:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Henry offer ?
Henry offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Henry part of?
Henry is part of Long Beach Unified School District.
In what neighborhood is Henry located?
Henry is located in the Carson Park neighborhood of Long Beach, CA. There are 1 other public schools located in Carson Park.
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