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Artesia High

High School · ABC Unified

12108 East Del Amo Blvd., Lakewood, CA 90715

Enrollment

1,441

Student-Teacher

19.7:1

Score

6.8

Grades

9th – 12th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

California schools

#3,826 of 9,539

In Lakewood

#9 of 15

public schools

In district

#26 of 30

ABC Unified

School environment

8.0 / 10

Excellent

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Artesia High

6.8/10

High School in Lakewood · grades 9th – 12th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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8.4/10

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About Artesia High

Artesia High is a public high school in Lakewood, CA, part of ABC Unified. Artesia High serves approximately 1,441 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 19.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Artesia High has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.8 out of 10 and ranks #3,826 of 9,539 schools in CA.

Structured state assessment records for Artesia High show 39% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 53% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

How it compares1.1 pts below district
  • This school 6.8 · Average
  • District avg 7.9
  • CA avg 6.5

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 4/4 metrics
Student Progress6.1Average25%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data12
Annual Change-1.42 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2024
TrendDeclining
Academics6.6Average25%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency20% (2024 CAASPP)
Reading/ELA Proficiency41.9% (2024 CAASPP)
Math vs. State Avg-8 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-14 pts
Overall Proficiency31% (2024 CAASPP, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)25% (model expectation from 2024 CAASPP)
vs. Expected+6.3 pts
Adjusted Percentile51th
College Readiness6.9Average30%
Graduation rates, AP course participation, and IB availability.
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4-Year Graduation Rate98%
AP Participation14.6%
IB ProgramNo
Resources & Environment8.0Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio19.7:1
Per-Pupil Spending$17,234
Chronic Absenteeism26.6%

Artesia High — Students at Artesia High score 31% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 25%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

88.3%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)

Math Proficiency 38.8% (multi-year average, 2009-2024)
School
State
31.8% (2024 CAASPP)
ELA Proficiency 53.4% (multi-year average, 2009-2024)
School
State
51.5% (2024 CAASPP)

Based on 26 test records from CA state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
50%
ELA
43%
2010
Math
52%
ELA
55%
2011
Math
60%
ELA
53%
2012
Math
60%
ELA
49%
2013
Math
61%
ELA
50%
2014
Math
29%
ELA
51%
2015
Math
36%
ELA
68%
2016
Math
34%
ELA
71%
2017
Math
28%
ELA
60%
2018
Math
27%
ELA
55%
2019
Math
27%
ELA
55%
2024
Math
20%
ELA
41.9%

Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 6.1/10.

How Artesia High Compares

See how Artesia High performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
6.8/10
60th percentile in CA
Academic
6.6/10
Average
Growth
6.1/10
Average
Environment
8.0/10
Excellent
AP Courses
3
State avg: 2.6
Sports
13
7 boys' · 6 girls'
Advanced STEM
5/5
Subjects offered
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
88%
Teaching Staff
20:1 student-teacher ratio
73 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
26.6%

Programs & Offerings

AP/IB Programs3 AP courses offered
14.6% participation·State avg: 2.6 AP courses·CRDC 2021-22
Athletics13sports offered
7 boys'·6 girls'·24 teams (incl. JV)·CRDC 2021-22
Advanced STEM Courses5 of 5 advanced subjects offered
Algebra II, Advanced Math, Calculus, Chemistry, Physics·CRDC 2021-22
Gifted & Talented Program Available
This school offers a gifted and talented program for qualifying students. · CRDC 2021-22

Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more

Location

12108 East Del Amo Blvd., Lakewood, CA 90715

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Artesia High may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Carver (Charles J.) Elementary (rated 8.9/10, 0.8 miles away, in nearby Cerritos), which scores notably higher. Another option is Nixon (Patricia) Elementary (rated 8.6/10, 0.5 miles away, in nearby Cerritos), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Haskell (Pliny Fisk) Middle (rated 8.6/10, 0.9 miles away, in nearby Cerritos), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Lakewood, see our Lakewood schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 1.6 mi
School Distance Rating
Tetzlaff (Martin B.) Middle Cerritos 0.3 mi 8.4
Palms Elementary Lakewood 0.4 mi 6.9
Nixon (Patricia) Elementary Cerritos 0.5 mi 8.6
Willow Elementary Lakewood 0.5 mi 5.8
Melbourne (Ella P.) Elementary Lakewood 0.7 mi 6.6
Fedde (Pharis F.) Middle Hawaiian Gardens 0.8 mi 7.8
Carver (Charles J.) Elementary Cerritos 0.8 mi 8.9
Aloha Elementary Lakewood 0.9 mi 8.0
Haskell (Pliny Fisk) Middle Cerritos 0.9 mi 8.6
OUR LADY OF FATIMA SCHOOL Artesia 1.2 mi 6.2
Our Lady of Fatima Artesia 1.2 mi
Furgeson (Venn W.) Elementary Hawaiian Gardens 1.3 mi 7.0
Bragg Elementary Cerritos 1.2 mi 8.2
MONTESSORI HOUSE OF CHILDREN Artesia 1.3 mi
Elliott (William F) Elementary Artesia 1.4 mi 6.7
Cerritos High Cerritos 1.4 mi 8.4
Steve Luther Elementary La Palma 1.3 mi 8.0
Hawaiian Elementary Hawaiian Gardens 1.5 mi 8.1
Leal (Frank C.) Elementary Cerritos 1.5 mi 8.5
A. E. Arnold Elementary Cypress 1.6 mi 6.2

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 90715 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$94,796

Median Home Value

$660,900

Median Rent

$2,196/mo

Population

20,668

College Educated

27.7%

Homeownership

50.9%

Avg Commute

29 min

Poverty Rate

7.8%

Median Age

37.6

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Artesia High

What grades does Artesia High serve?

Artesia High serves students in grades 9th through 12th.

How many students attend Artesia High?

Artesia High has an enrollment of approximately 1,441 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Artesia High?

The student-teacher ratio at Artesia High is 19.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Artesia High rank in CA?

Artesia High ranks #3,826 of 9,539 schools in CA.

What is Artesia High's MySchoolScout rating?

Artesia High has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.8 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

What are the test scores at Artesia High?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Artesia High has 39% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 53% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

Is Artesia High a charter school?

No, Artesia High is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Artesia High a Title I school?

No, Artesia High is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Artesia High?

88.3% of students at Artesia High qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
65 Somewhat Walkable
Bike Score
52 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
1,441
Student-Teacher Ratio
19.7:1
Teachers (FTE)
73
Free/Reduced Lunch
88.3%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Los Angeles County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
26.6%
4-Year Graduation
98.0%

District

ABC Unified
District Enrollment
18,081
Schools in District
31
Per-Pupil Spending
$17,234
District Rank
#26 of 30

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