In the heart of Compton, California, Tibby K-8 Elementary School is a beacon to all schools that seek to promote academic success for all student groups. This California Distinguished School and National Blue Ribbon School boasts high attendance rates, low rates of disciplinary incidents, high rates of student literacy, and rates of mathematics success that exceed the overall performance of California students at every grade level. Tibby educators strive to create a place “Where every student becomes a scholar.”

Ensuring that every student becomes a scholar begins by creating a culture in which students know they are cherished, valued, and capable of achieving high academic standards. At Tibby, teachers and staff members invest time in learning about the strengths, needs, and interests of each student. Classrooms are structured to promote inquiry, cooperation, and academic growth. Educators strive to make Tibby a place where all students and parents know they belong.