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#5244 of 9,539 schools in CA
Cerritos Elementary
Elementary School · Glendale Unified
120 East Cerritos Ave., Glendale, CA 91205
Enrollment
479
Student-Teacher
26.6:1
Score
6.1
Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Enrollment
479
Student-Teacher
26.6:1
Score
6.1
Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#5,244 of 9,539
In Glendale
#12 of 22
public schools
In district
#21 of 31
Glendale Unified
Academic performance
7.4 / 10
Very Good
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About Cerritos Elementary
Cerritos Elementary is a public elementary school in Glendale, CA, part of Glendale Unified. Cerritos Elementary serves approximately 479 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-6th, and has a 26.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Cerritos Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.1 out of 10 and ranks #5,244 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Cerritos Elementary show 45% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 52% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 6.1 · Average
- District avg 7.0
- CA avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
Cerritos Elementary runs 26.6:1 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.
Score Breakdown
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Cerritos Elementary — Students at Cerritos Elementary score 40% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 34%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
71%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)
Based on 32 test records from CA state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 6.4/10.
How Cerritos Elementary Compares
See how Cerritos 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
120 East Cerritos Ave., Glendale, CA 91205
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Cerritos Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Horace Mann Elementary (rated 8.7/10, 0.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Atwater Avenue Elementary (rated 7.7/10, 0.7 miles away, in nearby Los Angeles), which scores notably higher. Additionally, California Creative Learning Academy (rated 7.6/10, 1.1 miles away, in nearby Los Angeles), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Glendale, see our Glendale schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.2 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 91205 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$59,005
Median Home Value
$763,100
Median Rent
$1,890/mo
Population
34,890
College Educated
39.1%
Homeownership
16.7%
Avg Commute
28.3 min
Poverty Rate
19.4%
Median Age
40.6
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Cerritos Elementary
What grades does Cerritos Elementary serve?
Cerritos Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 6th.
How many students attend Cerritos Elementary?
Cerritos Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 479 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Cerritos Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Cerritos Elementary is 26.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Cerritos Elementary rank in CA?
Cerritos Elementary ranks #5,244 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Cerritos Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Cerritos Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.1 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 Cerritos Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Cerritos Elementary has 45% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 52% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Cerritos Elementary a charter school?
No, Cerritos Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Cerritos Elementary a Title I school?
No, Cerritos Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Cerritos Elementary?
71.0% of students at Cerritos 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 – 6th
- Enrollment
- 479
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 26.6:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 18
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 71.0%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Midsize City
- County
- Los Angeles County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 24.2%
- Phone
- (818) 244-7207
Resources & Links
District
Glendale Unified- District Enrollment
- 25,049
- Schools in District
- 34
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $16,739
- District Rank
- #21 of 31
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