Serving 472 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Prisk Elementary School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 69% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 77% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 25:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 70% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 472 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 25:1
- Minority Enrollment: 70%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 69% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 77% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Prisk 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
Prisk Elementary School's student population of 472 students has declined by 16% over five school years.
The teacher population of 19 teachers has declined by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
472 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
19 teachers
Year Founded
1906
School Calendar
First Day of School
Mon. Sep 1, 2025
Last Day of School
Fri. Jun 12, 2026
School Motto
Pioneers of the Future!
School Mascot
Pioneers
School Rankings
Prisk Elementary School ranks within the top 10% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Prisk Elementary School is 0.73, 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
#623 out of 9523 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
69%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
77%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
25:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
12%
12%
Hispanic
39%
56%
Black
7%
5%
White
30%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
12%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
26%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Pioneers
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Prisk Elementary School's ranking?
Prisk Elementary School is ranked #623 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in California.
What schools are Prisk Elementary School often compared to?
Prisk Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Gant Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
69% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 77% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Prisk Elementary School?
472 students attend Prisk Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
39% of Prisk Elementary School students are Hispanic, 30% of students are White, 12% of students are Asian, 12% of students are Two or more races, and 7% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Prisk Elementary School?
Prisk Elementary School has a student ration of 25:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Prisk Elementary School offer ?
Prisk Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Prisk Elementary School part of?
Prisk Elementary School is part of Long Beach Unified School District.
In what neighborhood is Prisk Elementary School located?
Prisk 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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