MACARTHUR ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

MacArthur Elementary is a public elementary school that is part of the Long Beach Unified school district, located in Lakewood, CA with about 365 students offering grade levels from Kindergarten to 5th Grade. With about 12 teachers, MacArthur Elementary has a student/teacher ratio of about 30:1. 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.

MacArthur Elementary School is a public school located in the city of Lakewood, California, serving students within the Long Beach Unified School District. The school provides a traditional K-5 elementary education focused on foundational academics, including literacy, mathematics, and social studies, while fostering a supportive learning environment for its diverse student body. As part of the larger Long Beach district, the school benefits from established curricular standards and a wide range of administrative resources aimed at promoting student growth and achievement.

The campus is situated in a residential neighborhood, positioning it as a central hub for the local community. MacArthur Elementary emphasizes the development of the "whole child," often incorporating character education and extracurricular opportunities to encourage student engagement. With its commitment to academic excellence and a focus on building strong home-school partnerships, the school strives to prepare its young learners for success in middle school and beyond.

For more information, contact MacArthur Elementary at (562) 420-3588 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.