NEWCOMB ACADEMY

Newcomb Academy is a public elementary school that is part of the Long Beach Unified school district, located in Long Beach, CA with about 861 students offering grade levels from Kindergarten to 8th Grade. Student demographics can be found below. With about 35 teachers, Newcomb Academy has a student/teacher ratio of about 24:1. 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.

Newcomb Academy, located in the East Long Beach neighborhood of California, is a highly regarded K–8 public school within the Long Beach Unified School District. Known for its rigorous academic standards and structured learning environment, the school serves a diverse student body and is frequently recognized for its strong commitment to high achievement. It operates as a "program of choice," meaning it draws families who are seeking a traditional, disciplined educational setting with an emphasis on core subjects and intellectual development.

Beyond academics, Newcomb Academy places a significant emphasis on character development and community involvement. The school fosters a collaborative partnership between parents, staff, and students, maintaining a close-knit campus culture that encourages extracurricular participation and leadership. With its consistent performance in state assessments and its focus on preparing students for the transition to high school, Newcomb Academy remains one of the most sought-after schools for families living within the Long Beach area.

For more information, contact Newcomb Academy at (562) 430-1250 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.

3351 Val Verde Ave.
Long Beach, CA 90808-2301
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NEWCOMB ACADEMY is a public school in Long Beach, CA with about 861 enrolled students. See other public elementary schools in California

School Details

2017-2018
Level:
Elementary School
Charter School:*
No
District:
Long Beach Unified
Total Students:
861
Teachers:
35
NSLP Status:1
No
Qualified free lunch:
0
Qualified reduced-price lunch:
0
Title I Status:2
Not a Title I school
Virtual:
Not Virtual
Grade Levels Offered
Kindergarten
1st Grade
2nd Grade
3rd Grade
4th Grade
5th Grade
6th Grade
7th Grade
8th Grade

* A public charter school is a publicly funded school that is typically governed by a group or organization under a legislative contract with the state, the district, or another entity. The charter exempts the school from certain state or local rules and regulations.

1 The National School Lunch Program (NSLP) provides eligible students with free or reduced-price lunch

2 Title I, Part A (Title I) of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families.

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School Demographics for 861 students

White
35.4%
Hispanic/Latino
34.7%
Two or more races
10.5%
Asian
9.8%
Black or African American
8.4%
Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander
1.0%
American Indian or Alaska Native
0.2%

Female
49.1%
Male
50.9%

Data for school year 2017-2018 — The information found on this website was provided in part by the U.S. Department of Education, U.S. Census Bureau, the Bureau of Labor and Statistics & various other external sources. We do not verify the contents of the information provided and therefore, cannot guarantee the accuracy of the information displayed on this website.