Serving 620 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Signal Hill 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 41% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 52% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 27:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 620 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 27:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 41% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 52% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Signal Hill Elementary School's student population of 620 students has declined by 15% over five school years.
The teacher population of 23 teachers has declined by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
620 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
23 teachers
Year Founded
1905
School Mascot
Dinos
School Rankings
Signal Hill 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 Signal Hill Elementary School is 0.62, 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
#2976 out of 9523 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
41%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
52%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
27:1
21:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
21%
12%
Hispanic
56%
56%
Black
15%
5%
White
2%
20%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
4%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
77%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Dinos
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Signal Hill Elementary School's ranking?
Signal Hill Elementary School is ranked #2976 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in California.
What schools are Signal Hill Elementary School often compared to?
Signal Hill Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Windsor Hills Math Science, Goethe International Charter by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
41% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 52% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Signal Hill Elementary School?
620 students attend Signal Hill Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
56% of Signal Hill Elementary School students are Hispanic, 21% of students are Asian, 15% of students are Black, 4% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are White, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Signal Hill Elementary School?
Signal Hill Elementary School has a student ration of 27:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Signal Hill Elementary School offer ?
Signal Hill Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Signal Hill Elementary School part of?
Signal Hill Elementary School is part of Long Beach Unified School District.
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