Top Rankings
Bellflower Unified School District ranks among the top 20% of public school district in California for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
Largest student body (number of students) (Top 1%)
For the 2025 school year, there are 12 public elementary schools serving 5,127 students in Bellflower Unified School District. This district's average elementary testing ranking is 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of public elementary schools in California.
Public Elementary Schools in Bellflower Unified School District have an average math proficiency score of 27% (versus the California public elementary school average of 35%), and reading proficiency score of 39% (versus the 45% statewide average).
Minority enrollment is 94% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the California public elementary school average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
Overview
This School District
This State (CA)
# Schools
15 Schools
7,700 Schools
# Students
9,759 Students
3,822,920 Students
# Teachers
441 Teachers
174,000 Teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio
22:1
22:1
District Rank
Bellflower Unified School District, which is ranked #1114 of all 1,925 school districts in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data) for the 2021-2022 school year.
The school district's graduation rate of 92% has increased from 91% over five school years.
Overall District Rank
#1113 out of 1941 school districts
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
23%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
41%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20%
29%
Graduation Rate
92%
87%
Students by Ethnicity:
Diversity Score
0.52
0.64
# American Indian Students
31 Students
16,785 Students
% American Indian Students
n/a
1%
# Asian Students
792 Students
454,357 Students
% Asian Students
8%
12%
# Hispanic Students
6,619 Students
2,114,366 Students
% Hispanic Students
68%
55%
# Black Students
1,230 Students
189,461 Students
% Black Students
13%
5%
# White Students
651 Students
787,389 Students
% White Students
7%
21%
# Hawaiian Students
93 Students
15,077 Students
% Hawaiian Students
1%
n/a
# Two or more races Students
339 Students
240,557 Students
% of Two or more races Students
3%
6%
Students by Grade:
# Students in PK Grade:
-
83
# Students in K Grade:
808
519,574
# Students in 1st Grade:
671
396,601
# Students in 2nd Grade:
648
414,466
# Students in 3rd Grade:
692
416,628
# Students in 4th Grade:
709
426,360
# Students in 5th Grade:
732
430,582
# Students in 6th Grade:
752
432,936
# Students in 7th Grade:
734
312,207
# Students in 8th Grade:
815
312,649
# Students in 9th Grade:
698
44,929
# Students in 10th Grade:
831
37,487
# Students in 11th Grade:
799
37,249
# Students in 12th Grade:
870
41,169
# Ungraded Students:
-
-
District Revenue and Spending
The revenue/student of $20,566 is higher than the state median of $19,974. The school district revenue/student has grown by 9% over four school years.
The school district's spending/student of $20,250 is higher than the state median of $18,396. The school district spending/student has grown by 9% over four school years.
Total Revenue
$201 MM
$116,387 MM
Spending
$198 MM
$107,188 MM
Revenue / Student
$20,566
$19,974
Spending / Student
$20,250
$18,396
Best Bellflower Unified School District Public Elementary Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Stephen Foster Elementary School
(Math: 43% | Reading: 56%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
5223 East Bigelow St.
Bellflower, CA 90706
(562) 804-6518
Bellflower, CA 90706
(562) 804-6518
Grades: K-6
| 519 students
Rank: #22.
Bellflower Alternative Education Center
Alternative School
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
16703 South Clark Ave.
Bellflower, CA 90706
(562) 866-9011
Bellflower, CA 90706
(562) 866-9011
Grades: K-12
| 11 students
Rank: #33.
Albert Baxter Elementary School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
14929 Cerritos Ave.
Bellflower, CA 90706
(562) 531-1602
Bellflower, CA 90706
(562) 531-1602
Grades: K-6
| 297 students
Rank: #44.
Intensive Learning Center
(Math: 33% | Reading: 49%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
4718 East Michelson St.
Bellflower, CA 90706
(562) 633-6492
Bellflower, CA 90706
(562) 633-6492
Grades: K-6
| 674 students
Rank: #55.
Esther Lindstrom Elementary School
(Math: 34% | Reading: 43%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
5900 North Canehill St.
Bellflower, CA 90706
(562) 804-6525
Bellflower, CA 90706
(562) 804-6525
Grades: K-6
| 577 students
Rank: #66.
Las Flores Home Education Independent Study Academy
Alternative School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
10039 East Palm St.
Bellflower, CA 90706
(562) 804-6565
Bellflower, CA 90706
(562) 804-6565
Grades: K-12
| 289 students
Rank: #7 - 87. - 8.
Ramona Elementary School
(Math: 28% | Reading: 36%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
9351 East Laurel St.
Bellflower, CA 90706
(562) 804-6532
Bellflower, CA 90706
(562) 804-6532
Grades: K-6
| 446 students
Rank: #7 - 87. - 8.
Thomas Jefferson Elementary School
(Math: 28% | Reading: 36%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
10027 East Rose St.
Bellflower, CA 90706
(562) 804-6521
Bellflower, CA 90706
(562) 804-6521
Grades: K-6
| 493 students
Rank: #99.
Ernie Pyle Elementary School
(Math: 24% | Reading: 39%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
14500 South Woodruff Ave.
Bellflower, CA 90706
(562) 804-6528
Bellflower, CA 90706
(562) 804-6528
Grades: K-6
| 362 students
Rank: #1010.
Craig Williams Elementary School
(Math: 18% | Reading: 31%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
6144 North Clark Ave.
Bellflower, CA 90706
(562) 804-6540
Bellflower, CA 90706
(562) 804-6540
Grades: K-6
| 456 students
Rank: #1111.
Washington Elementary School
(Math: 12% | Reading: 25%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
9725 East Jefferson St.
Bellflower, CA 90706
(562) 804-6535
Bellflower, CA 90706
(562) 804-6535
Grades: K-6
| 568 students
Rank: #1212.
Frank E. Woodruff Elementary School
(Math: 12% | Reading: 23%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
15332 South Eucalyptus St.
Bellflower, CA 90706
(562) 804-6545
Bellflower, CA 90706
(562) 804-6545
Grades: K-6
| 435 students
Recent Articles
What Is A Charter School?
Explore the world of charter schools in this comprehensive guide. Learn about their history, how they operate, and the pros and cons of this educational innovation. Discover key facts about charter schools, including admission policies, demographics, and funding, as well as what to look for when considering a charter school for your child.
10 Reasons Why High School Sports Benefit Students
Discover the 10 compelling reasons why high school sports are beneficial for students. This comprehensive article explores how athletics enhance academic performance, foster personal growth, and develop crucial life skills. From improved fitness and time management to leadership development and community representation, learn why participating in high school sports can be a game-changer for students' overall success and well-being.
February 05, 2025
Understanding the U.S. Department of Education: Structure, Impact, and EvolutionWe explore how the Department of Education shapes American education, from its cabinet-level leadership to its impact on millions of students, written for general audiences seeking clarity on this vital institution.
