POLYTECHNIC HIGH SCHOOL
Polytechnic High is a public high school that is part of the Long Beach Unified school district, located in Long Beach, CA with about 4,142 students offering grade levels from 9th Grade to 12th Grade. Student demographics can be found below. With about 160 teachers, Polytechnic High has a student/teacher ratio of about 25:1. 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.
Long Beach Polytechnic High School, often referred to as "Poly," is a historic and academically rigorous institution located in the heart of Long Beach, California. Established in 1895, it holds the distinction of being one of the oldest high schools in the region and is widely recognized for its "Home of Scholars and Champions" motto. The school occupies a sprawling urban campus that serves a diverse student body, offering a comprehensive array of academic pathways, including advanced placement (AP) courses, specialized magnet programs, and career-technical education tracks designed to prepare students for both higher education and the modern workforce.
Beyond its academic reputation, Poly is perhaps most famous for its storied athletic program, which has produced more professional athletes—particularly in the NFL and NBA—than almost any other high school in the United States. The school fosters a vibrant campus culture characterized by strong school spirit, a legacy of competitive excellence, and a wide variety of extracurricular activities, including award-winning performing arts and robotics programs. For the Long Beach community, Poly serves as a central pillar that blends a rich historical legacy with a commitment to addressing the evolving needs of its diverse student population.
For more information, contact Polytechnic High at (562) 591-0581 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.
Long Beach, CA 90813-2017
(562) 591-0581
POLYTECHNIC HIGH SCHOOL is a public school in Long Beach, CA with about 4,142 enrolled students. See other public high schools in California
School Details
- Level:
- High School
- Charter School:*
- No
- Magnet school:
- Yes
- District:
- Long Beach Unified
- Total Students:
- 4,142
- Teachers:
- 160.86
- 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
* 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.
School Demographics for 4,142 students
- Hispanic/Latino
- 45.3%
- Asian
- 23.0%
- Black or African American
- 17.0%
- White
- 10.1%
- Two or more races
- 3.1%
- Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander
- 1.4%
- American Indian or Alaska Native
- 0.1%
- Female
- 50.4%
- Male
- 49.6%
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.