Serving 278 students in grades 9-12, The Education Corps ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is <50% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is ≤20% (which is lower than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 40:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 278 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 40:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Graduation Rate: 35-39% (Btm 50% in CA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: <50% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: ≤20% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: <50% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
The Education Corps ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
School Overview
The Education Corps's student population of 278 students has grown by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 7 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
278 students
Total Classroom Teachers
7 teachers
School Rankings
The Education Corps ranks within the bottom 50% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of The Education Corps is 0.22, 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
#5359 out of 9523 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤20%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
40:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
2%
12%
Hispanic
88%
56%
Black
7%
5%
White
1%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
35-39%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
86%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is The Education Corps's ranking?
The Education Corps is ranked #5359 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in California.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
<50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while ≤20% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
What is the graduation rate of The Education Corps?
The graduation rate of The Education Corps is 35-39%, which is lower than the California state average of 87%.
How many students attend The Education Corps?
278 students attend The Education Corps.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
88% of The Education Corps students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Black, 2% of students are Asian, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of The Education Corps?
The Education Corps has a student ration of 40:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does The Education Corps offer ?
The Education Corps offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is The Education Corps part of?
The Education Corps is part of The Education Corps School District.
In what neighborhood is The Education Corps located?
The Education Corps is located in the California Heights neighborhood of Long Beach, CA. There are 2 other public schools located in California Heights.
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