Serving 736 students in grades 6-8, Los Cerritos Middle School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 58% (which is higher than the California state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 71% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 20:1 is lower than the California state level of 22:1.
Minority enrollment is 54% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the California state average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 736 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 54%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 58% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 71% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 51% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Los Cerritos Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Los Cerritos Middle School's student population of 736 students has declined by 25% over five school years.
The teacher population of 36 teachers has declined by 12% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
736 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
36 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Los Cerritos Middle School ranks within the top 20% of all 9,602 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Los Cerritos Middle School is 0.66, 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
#1183 out of 9602 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
58%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
71%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
51%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
20:1
22:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
11%
12%
Hispanic
35%
55%
Black
1%
5%
White
46%
21%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
19%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
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 Middle School's ranking?
Los Cerritos Middle School is ranked #1183 out of 9,602 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in California.
What schools are Los Cerritos Middle School often compared to?
Los Cerritos Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Colina Middle School, Redwood Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
58% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CA state average), while 71% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Los Cerritos Middle School?
736 students attend Los Cerritos Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
46% of Los Cerritos Middle School students are White, 35% of students are Hispanic, 11% of students are Asian, 7% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Los Cerritos Middle School?
Los Cerritos Middle School has a student ration of 20:1, which is lower than the California state average of 22:1.
What grades does Los Cerritos Middle School offer ?
Los Cerritos Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Los Cerritos Middle School part of?
Los Cerritos Middle School is part of Conejo Valley Unified School District.
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