Serving 459 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Los Cerritos Elementary School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 65% (which is higher than the California state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 74% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 29:1 is higher than the California state level of 22:1.
Minority enrollment is 85% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 459 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 29:1
- Minority Enrollment: 85%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 65% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 74% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Los Cerritos Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Los Cerritos Elementary School's student population of 459 students has declined by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 16 teachers has declined by 11% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
459 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
16 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Los Cerritos Elementary School ranks within the top 10% of all 9,602 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Los Cerritos Elementary School is 0.76, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.64. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#868 out of 9602 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
65%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
74%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
29:1
22:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
22%
12%
Hispanic
38%
55%
Black
14%
5%
White
15%
21%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
10%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
29%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Los Cerritos Elementary School's ranking?
Los Cerritos Elementary School is ranked #868 out of 9,602 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in California.
What schools are Los Cerritos Elementary School often compared to?
Los Cerritos Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Longfellow Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
65% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CA state average), while 74% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Los Cerritos Elementary School?
459 students attend Los Cerritos Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
38% of Los Cerritos Elementary School students are Hispanic, 22% of students are Asian, 15% of students are White, 14% of students are Black, 10% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Los Cerritos Elementary School?
Los Cerritos Elementary School has a student ration of 29:1, which is higher than the California state average of 22:1.
What grades does Los Cerritos Elementary School offer ?
Los Cerritos Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Los Cerritos Elementary School part of?
Los Cerritos Elementary School is part of Long Beach Unified School District.
In what neighborhood is Los Cerritos Elementary School located?
Los Cerritos Elementary School is located in the Los Cerritos neighborhood of Long Beach, CA.
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