BOBBIE SMITH ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

Bobbie Smith Elementary is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the Long Beach Unified school district, located in Long Beach, CA with about 857 students offering grade levels from Kindergarten to 5th Grade. Student demographics can be found below. A Title I school provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families. Its purpose is to provide all children significant opportunity to receive a fair, equitable, and high-quality education. With about 29 teachers, Bobbie Smith Elementary has a student/teacher ratio of about 29:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.

Bobbie Smith Elementary School, located in the central Long Beach area at 565 E. Hill St., serves as a foundational educational institution within the Long Beach Unified School District. The school is known for fostering a supportive learning environment that emphasizes academic growth and social-emotional development. By catering to a diverse student population, the school aims to equip its young learners with the essential skills, literacy, and foundational knowledge necessary to transition successfully into middle school.

The campus itself is positioned within a residential neighborhood, functioning as a vital community hub for families in the 90806 area. Like many schools in the district, Bobbie Smith Elementary typically focuses on a curriculum that aligns with state standards while integrating extracurricular opportunities or support programs designed to engage students both inside and outside the classroom. Parents and guardians often value the school for its commitment to maintaining a safe, inclusive atmosphere that encourages active participation and academic achievement.

For more information, contact Bobbie Smith Elementary at (562) 595-9466 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.