Very Good
#3529 of 9,539 schools in CA
Top 37% in state
Arturo Sanchez Elementary
Elementary School · Norwalk-La Mirada Unified
11960 East 162nd St., Norwalk, CA 90650
Enrollment
252
Student-Teacher
22.9:1
Score
7.0
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
252
Student-Teacher
22.9:1
Score
7.0
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#3,529 of 9,539
In Norwalk
#10 of 21
public schools
In district
#7 of 25
Norwalk-La Mirada Unified
Academic growth
7.3 / 10
Very Good
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Arturo Sanchez Elementary
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About Arturo Sanchez Elementary
Arturo Sanchez Elementary is a public elementary school in Norwalk, CA, part of Norwalk-La Mirada Unified. Arturo Sanchez Elementary serves approximately 252 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 22.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Arturo Sanchez Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.0 out of 10 and ranks #3,529 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Arturo Sanchez Elementary show 32% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 36% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 7.0 · Very Good
- District avg 5.9
- CA avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
Arturo Sanchez Elementary runs 22.9:1 students to teachers, above the national average. That often means bigger classes. Ask how the school supports kids who need extra help, and whether there are teaching assistants or small-group time.
31% of students at Arturo Sanchez Elementary were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.
Score Breakdown
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Arturo Sanchez Elementary — Students at Arturo Sanchez Elementary score 33% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 23%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
91.7%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)
Based on 30 test records from CA state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 7.3/10.
How Arturo Sanchez Elementary Compares
See how Arturo Sanchez Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
11960 East 162nd St., Norwalk, CA 90650
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Arturo Sanchez Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. ABC Virtual Academy (rated 8.8/10, 0.6 miles away, in nearby Cerritos), which scores notably higher. Another option is Wittmann (Helen) Elementary (rated 8.8/10, 1.3 miles away, in nearby Cerritos), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Kennedy (John F.) Elementary (rated 8.3/10, 1.0 miles away, in nearby Artesia), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Norwalk, see our Norwalk schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.3 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Juarez (Benito) Elementary Cerritos | 0.6 mi | 6.4 |
| ABC Virtual Academy Cerritos | 0.6 mi | 8.8 |
| Niemes (John H.) Elementary Artesia | 0.6 mi | 7.4 |
| Tracy (Wilbur) High (Continuation) Cerritos | 0.6 mi | 6.9 |
| ABC Secondary (Alternative) Cerritos | 0.6 mi | — |
| Earl E. Edmondson Elementary Norwalk | 0.7 mi | 4.3 |
| Ross (Faye) Middle Artesia | 1.0 mi | 7.3 |
| Los Alisos Middle Norwalk | 1.0 mi | 5.5 |
| Kennedy (John F.) Elementary Artesia | 1.0 mi | 8.3 |
| FECC CHILDREN ACADEMY Cerritos | 0.9 mi | — |
| John H. Nuffer Elementary Norwalk | 1.0 mi | 5.6 |
| Burbank (Luther) Elementary Artesia | 1.1 mi | 7.8 |
| John Dolland Elementary Norwalk | 1.1 mi | 7.5 |
| LuTEC Norwalk | 1.3 mi | — |
| Gahr (Richard) High Cerritos | 1.2 mi | 8.4 |
| Nettie L. Waite Middle Norwalk | 1.3 mi | 5.7 |
| Loretta Lampton Elementary Norwalk | 1.2 mi | 5.9 |
| Elliott (William F) Elementary Artesia | 1.4 mi | 6.7 |
| MONTESSORI HOUSE OF CHILDREN Artesia | 1.5 mi | — |
| Wittmann (Helen) Elementary Cerritos | 1.3 mi | 8.8 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 90650 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$98,709
Median Home Value
$616,600
Median Rent
$2,014/mo
Population
100,808
College Educated
21.3%
Homeownership
68.1%
Avg Commute
29.4 min
Poverty Rate
9.8%
Median Age
36.5
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| Crestwood Street STEAM Magnet Rancho Palos Verdes, CA | 7.0 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Arturo Sanchez Elementary
What grades does Arturo Sanchez Elementary serve?
Arturo Sanchez Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend Arturo Sanchez Elementary?
Arturo Sanchez Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 252 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Arturo Sanchez Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Arturo Sanchez Elementary is 22.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Arturo Sanchez Elementary rank in CA?
Arturo Sanchez Elementary ranks #3,529 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Arturo Sanchez Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Arturo Sanchez Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.0 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 Arturo Sanchez Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Arturo Sanchez Elementary has 32% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 36% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Arturo Sanchez Elementary a charter school?
No, Arturo Sanchez Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Arturo Sanchez Elementary a Title I school?
No, Arturo Sanchez Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Arturo Sanchez Elementary?
91.7% of students at Arturo Sanchez Elementary qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 5th
- Enrollment
- 252
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 22.9:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 11
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 91.7%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Los Angeles County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 31.0%
- Phone
- (562) 210-4315
Resources & Links
District
Norwalk-La Mirada Unified- District Enrollment
- 15,052
- Schools in District
- 26
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $19,237
- District Rank
- #7 of 25
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