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Bixby Elementary School
(562) 498-3794
5251 East Stearns St.
Long Beach, CA 90815
Level: K-5
District: Long Beach Unified School District

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Census Info	Value	Year
White, non-Hispanic:	27.94%	(2009)
Black, non-Hispanic:	19.36%	(2009)
Hispanic:	32.84%	(2009)
Asian:	13.24%	(2009)
Pacific Islander:	0.98%	(2009)
Native American or Native Alaskan:	0.49%	(2009)
Unspecified:	2.45%	(2009)
Filipino:	2.7%	(2009)
Percent Free and Reduced Price Lunch:	55.72%	(2008)

Bixby Elementary School Ratings Summary

Average Quality Rating	4
Average Principals Rating	4
Average Teachers Rating	4
Average Activities Rating	4
Average Parents Rating	4
Average Safety Rating	4

Bixby Elementary School Reviews


Posted By: parent Quality Score: 5 2008-07-28 “It seems like everytime we turn around we are pleasantly surprised by something happening at Bixby! Whether it's the school's crowded PTA meetings every month due to rising and continued attendance, Bixby's booming fundraiser sales, or the 50 or more teachers and parents that show up to the Garden work parties and auctions, this school continues to generate so much enthusiasm and school spirit from its students, parents and staff! Hearing that Bixby is officially becoming a 'GATE' school is excellent news along with the additional afterschool enrichment classes that teach Chess, Music, Dancing, Gardening, and Science. The Principal's continued efforts to recognize student and teacher accomplishments at morning assemblies, and his high expectations regarding school safety and discipline also keep us coming to Bixby!” Posted By: parent Quality Score: 4 2008-01-08 “This is our son's second year at Bixby. We came from private schools (pre-k thru 2nd). I could not be more pleased with the admin, the teachers and staff. All are professional, caring and insightful. The teachers have always been available and open with communication back and forth. The academic programs encompass students at all levels of learning. Teachers and staff are very involved too.” Posted By: parent Quality Score: 4 2008-01-06 “It is my personal experience that this school is lacking in quality leadership. Parents are expected to do homework for their children without concern of the time constraints with parenting and working outside of the home and teachers blame the parents when the children refuse to do homework. I do not recommend this school to anyone with a child of special needs, as they are often not met by those entrusted with their education. It is, again, something the school lays completely on the parents lap.” Posted By: parent Quality Score: 4 2007-10-18 “With a kindergartener just starting in Bixby, I already feel at home. The parents I've met are involved and positive, as are the teachers. The principal, Mr. Gutierrez has been an integral part of every event and PTA meeting.” Posted By: parent Quality Score: 5 2007-04-07 “Bixby has a friendly caring feel about it that provides the students a positive learning environment. The teachers attend regular staff development to keep on top of current trends in education. I am happy to have my daughter attending Bixby. She attended a 'high performing' school previously and I transferred her to Bixby to get the smaller class size benefit. She has never looked back because Bixby does everything they did over there but on a smaller more 'family' scale. Her old school had over 700 children and Bixby is just under 450, the smaller community is awesome. The PTA and principal arrange several community events each year including family movie night, Ruby's Diner night, Chucky Cheese night, Long Beach Armada night, a Family fun run in Seal Beach, ice cream social, special guest speaker children's author Jim Trelease, and more. Go Bixby!” Posted By: parent Quality Score: 4 2007-01-25 “I am very pleased with the quality of education at Bixby, particularly the Staff on the accelerated track. Classes are kept to 20 students or less in K - 3rd and the teachers, so far, have given a steady stream of relevant and manageble homework. Test scores have had a large increase and busing is down to less than one bus. Bixby won the district Spelling Bee and placed third in the District Math Bowl, out of over 35 schools in the district. The PTA is active, friendly and well supported. In addition the school offers Meet the Masters, Science Adventures, after school chess and guitar lessons.” Posted By: parent Quality Score: 5 2007-01-04 “Where do I begin? Bixby has been the most amazing school our family has been involved with. We even transferred here from a 'high test score' school and have no regrets. Academically, Bixby follows LBUSD standards, but in a way that is fun and limits pressure on the students. Bixby has an awesome chorus and music program, Meet the Masters art program, after school chess, after school guitar lessons, and follows the 'Character Counts' program. Twice a week, the entire student body gathers for a morning assembly to recite the Bixby Pledge, patriotic songs, Pledge of Allegiance, and hear important announcements. We even have a special guest during the Call to Order, when each classroom recognizes an outstanding 'Citizen of the Month'. Did I mention, a Bixby student won the District Spelling Bee? AND Bixby came in Second place in the Math Bowl in 2006! Overall, Bixby is the Best!” Posted By: parent Quality Score: 5 2006-12-28 “My daughter attended Bixby from Kinder. through 5th grade. She is now in 6th grade at Stanford Middle School in the GATE program, and earning straight A's! The teachers and staff at Bixby are very accessible to parents and caring of each individual student. They have an accelerated program that is taught by teachers that are GATE certified (or working towards GATE certification). There are extracurricular activities such as instrumental music, chess club, guitar, and chorus. The PTA is not as big as some schools, perhaps, but the members are very active and committed and provide as much support and programs as PTAs with more members. I think this will change, however, as more families recognize what a wonderful school this is and send their kids there. I was extremely happy with our experience at Bixby and would encourage any family interested to consider becoming a Bixby Beaver!” Posted By: parent Quality Score: 5 2006-12-28 “My children have been attending Bixby for 10 years now. I couldn't ask for a better school or staff. The teachers, principal, and PTA are wonderful, caring people who make it a pleasure for my family to be at Bixby.” Posted By: parent Quality Score: 5 2006-12-28 “Too many people worry about test scores, administration, teacher quality, etc. Education all comes down to the student themselves and how they are raised at home. Bixby students are the best. Good students make great schools--and bixby is a fantastic neighborhood school. However, if you must look at the school scores, they have met and exceeded their api scores in all subgroups.” Posted By: parent Quality Score: 5 2006-12-28 “I currently have three children atending Bixby. My oldest is now in 5th grade and has attending Bixby since Kindergarden. I love all the teachers, support staff and the principle. Bixby's PTA offers many oppertunities for parents to become involved in whatever manner they choose. I can't imagin having chosen a better school for my children to attend. Go Bixby.....” Posted By: parent Quality Score: 4 2006-01-12 “It's the Kindergarten experience every parent wants thier child to have. The Teachers and Staff are loving and caring. The parental involvement seams to be growing each year. I love working in the classroom and at the school. Thanks Bixby! Lisa Lauritsen” Posted By: parent Quality Score: 4 2005-12-23 “My Daughter was just placed in a special education, autism day program. The staff takes a proactive approach to teaching by informing parents on a weekly basis what is happening in class and what the children are learning. This is especially important for our family since our daughter is not yet able to speak for communication. The teachers are very good about staying on top of special diets and informing me of any incidents, or new interesting events. Thanks to Bixby...the best school I personally have seen so far. Stay tuned.” Posted By: parent Quality Score: 4 2005-09-01 “Bixby offers a computer magnet program where all chidren have an opportunity to learn how to use computers. They have great parent invlovement and a wonderful PTA. The staff is wonderful and are always willing to help. 3rd graders and above can participate in music class and they always offer extra curricular activities after school.” Posted By: parent Quality Score: 5 2005-06-23 “Teachers are great. Staff great. I'm satisfied.” Posted By: student Quality Score: decline 2005-06-02 “School [is] in great shape. The teachers are caring and intelligent.” Posted By: parent Quality Score: 5 2005-04-01 “The school appears to be very clean and comfortable. The teachers are caring and interested in student development. The school is well-kept and family involvement is exceptional.” Posted By: parent Quality Score: 5 2005-02-17 “You can find no better staff than the teachers and admin staff at Bixby. They are the greatest.” Posted By: parent Quality Score: 2 2004-08-17 “With two years of dealing with Bixby teachers and the Principal. I have found them more concerned about themselves, then the real needs of the child. Each difficulty was met with blaime placed on the child. Never even thinking it possible they may have been part of the problem. Arrogance from the one teachers was overwhelming at times. She left our child fearful to return to school. The Principal focused on making excusses for the teacher. Neither ever looked at the childs emotional stress. Or the phycological harm being done to the child. I am not giving my name. because like last year, I fear the teachers will take it out on my chaild... again!”

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