Excellent
#1636 of 9,539 schools in CA
Top 17% in state
Cerritos Elementary
Elementary School · Savanna Elementary
3731 Cerritos, Anaheim, CA 92804
Enrollment
356
Student-Teacher
19.8:1
Score
8.0
Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Enrollment
356
Student-Teacher
19.8:1
Score
8.0
Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#1,636 of 9,539
In Anaheim
#9 of 65
public schools
In district
#2 of 4
Savanna Elementary
School environment
8.6 / 10
Excellent
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Cerritos Elementary
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About Cerritos Elementary
Cerritos Elementary is a public elementary school in Anaheim, CA, part of Savanna Elementary. Cerritos Elementary serves approximately 356 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-6th, and has a 19.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Cerritos Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.0 out of 10 and ranks #1,636 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Cerritos Elementary show 47% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 51% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 8.0 · Excellent
- District avg 7.8
- CA avg 6.2
Score Breakdown
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Cerritos Elementary — Students at Cerritos Elementary score 48% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 33%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
73.6%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)
Based on 36 test records from CA state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 7.4/10.
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
3731 Cerritos, Anaheim, CA 92804
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Cerritos Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Enders Elementary (rated 8.7/10, 1.9 miles away, in nearby Garden Grove), which scores slightly higher. Another option is Holder Elementary (rated 8.6/10, 0.9 miles away, in nearby Buena Park), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Patton Elementary (rated 8.6/10, 1.4 miles away, in nearby Garden Grove), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Anaheim, see our Anaheim schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.9 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Hansen Elementary Anaheim | 0.5 mi | 7.6 |
| Holder Elementary Buena Park | 0.9 mi | 8.6 |
| Frank Vessels Elementary Cypress | 0.8 mi | 6.2 |
| Cypress High Cypress | 1.0 mi | 7.1 |
| Orangeview Junior High Anaheim | 1.1 mi | 5.6 |
| Juliet Morris Elementary Cypress | 1.1 mi | 8.0 |
| Twila Reid Elementary Anaheim | 1.2 mi | 6.8 |
| Danbrook Elementary Anaheim | 1.3 mi | 6.6 |
| Western High Anaheim | 1.3 mi | 6.4 |
| Patton Elementary Garden Grove | 1.4 mi | 8.6 |
| SMART START MONTESSORI Buena Park | 1.5 mi | — |
| DEL SOL SCHOOL, INC Cypress | 1.3 mi | 6.9 |
| ACADEMY OF KAIROS Anaheim | 1.5 mi | — |
| Wisdom Mission School Anaheim | 1.5 mi | — |
| SCG Christian Cypress | 1.4 mi | — |
| Centralia Elementary Anaheim | 1.7 mi | 5.3 |
| SPEECH & LANGUAGE DEVELOPMENT CENTER Buena Park | 1.8 mi | 7.3 |
| Speech and Language Development Center Buena Park | 1.8 mi | — |
| Enders Elementary Garden Grove | 1.9 mi | 8.7 |
| Hilton D. Bell Intermediate Garden Grove | 1.9 mi | 8.1 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 92804 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$74,588
Median Home Value
$729,700
Median Rent
$1,990/mo
Population
83,435
College Educated
23%
Homeownership
41.2%
Avg Commute
28.7 min
Poverty Rate
16.9%
Median Age
36.5
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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 356 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Cerritos Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Cerritos Elementary is 19.8:1. 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 #1,636 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Cerritos Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Cerritos Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.0 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 Cerritos Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Cerritos Elementary has 47% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 51% 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?
73.6% 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
- 356
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 19.8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 18
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 73.6%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Orange County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 21.1%
- Phone
- (714) 236-3830
Resources & Links
District
Savanna Elementary- District Enrollment
- 1,735
- Schools in District
- 4
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $18,203
- District Rank
- #2 of 4
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