Serving 726 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Tincher Preparatory ranks in the top 20% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 56% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 70% (which is higher than the California state average of 49%).
The student:teacher ratio of 23:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 73% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the California state average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 726 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 23:1
- Minority Enrollment: 73%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 56% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 70% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Tincher Preparatory ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Tincher Preparatory's student population of 726 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 32 teachers has grown by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
Total Students
726 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
32 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Tincher Preparatory ranks within the top 20% of all 3,649 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Tincher Preparatory is 0.75, 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
#398 out of 3649 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
56%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
70%
49%
Student : Teacher Ratio
23:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
12%
12%
Hispanic
38%
56%
Black
11%
5%
White
27%
21%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
11%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
29%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Tincher Preparatory's ranking?
Tincher Preparatory is ranked #398 out of 3,649 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in California.
What schools are Tincher Preparatory often compared to?
Tincher Preparatoryis often viewed alongside schools like Newcomb Academy, Rogers Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
56% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 70% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% CA state average).
How many students attend Tincher Preparatory?
726 students attend Tincher Preparatory.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
38% of Tincher Preparatory students are Hispanic, 27% of students are White, 12% of students are Asian, 11% of students are Black, 11% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Tincher Preparatory?
Tincher Preparatory has a student ration of 23:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Tincher Preparatory offer ?
Tincher Preparatory offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8
What school district is Tincher Preparatory part of?
Tincher Preparatory is part of Long Beach Unified School District.
In what neighborhood is Tincher Preparatory located?
Tincher Preparatory 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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