Serving 453 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Los Cerritos Elementary 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 60% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%). 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 27:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 84% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 453 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 27:1
- Minority Enrollment: 84%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 60% (Top 20%)
- 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
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Los Cerritos Elementary School's student population of 453 students has declined by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 17 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
453 students
Total Classroom Teachers
17 teachers
School Rankings
Los Cerritos Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Los Cerritos Elementary School is 0.77, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.63. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#999 out of 9523 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
60%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
74%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
27:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
21%
12%
Hispanic
37%
56%
Black
13%
5%
White
16%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
13%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
29%
54%
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 #999 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% 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?
60% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% 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?
453 students attend Los Cerritos Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
37% of Los Cerritos Elementary School students are Hispanic, 21% of students are Asian, 16% of students are White, 13% of students are Black, and 13% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Los Cerritos Elementary School?
Los Cerritos Elementary School has a student ration of 27:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
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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