Below Average
#8431 of 9,539 schools in CA
Craig Williams Elementary
Elementary School · Bellflower Unified
16703 South Clark Ave., Bellflower, CA 90706
Enrollment
456
Student-Teacher
26.8:1
Score
4.1
Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Enrollment
456
Student-Teacher
26.8:1
Score
4.1
Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#8,431 of 9,539
In Bellflower
#13 of 14
public schools
In district
#13 of 14
Bellflower Unified
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Craig Williams Elementary
Elementary School in Bellflower · grades Kindergarten – 6th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Craig Williams Elementary
Craig Williams Elementary is a public elementary school in Bellflower, CA, part of Bellflower Unified. Craig Williams Elementary serves approximately 456 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-6th, and has a 26.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Craig Williams Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.1 out of 10 and ranks #8,431 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Craig Williams Elementary show 29% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 35% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 4.1 · Below Average
- District avg 5.3
- CA avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
Craig Williams Elementary runs 26.8:1 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.
40% of students at Craig Williams 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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Craig Williams Elementary — Students at Craig Williams Elementary score 26% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 24%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
89%
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: 3.6/10.
How Craig Williams Elementary Compares
See how Craig Williams 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
16703 South Clark Ave., Bellflower, CA 90706
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Craig Williams Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Stephen Foster Elementary (rated 7.0/10, 0.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Thomas Jefferson Elementary (rated 6.9/10, 0.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, ST PANCRATIUS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 6.8/10, 1.0 miles away, in nearby Lakewood), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Bellflower, see our Bellflower schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.4 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Bellflower Alternative Education Center Bellflower | 0.1 mi | — |
| Stephen Foster Elementary Bellflower | 0.6 mi | 7.0 |
| Intensive Learning Center Bellflower | 0.7 mi | 5.2 |
| St. Bernard Bellflower | 0.9 mi | — |
| ST BERNARD SCHOOL Bellflower | 0.9 mi | 6.3 |
| CREATIVE DAY PRESCHOOL & ACADEMY Bellflower | 0.8 mi | — |
| Creative Day Academy Bellflower | 0.8 mi | — |
| Thomas Jefferson Elementary Bellflower | 0.8 mi | 6.9 |
| Captain Raymond Collins Long Beach | 0.8 mi | 4.6 |
| ST JOSEPH HIGH SCHOOL Lakewood | 0.9 mi | 5.4 |
| Somerset High Bellflower | 1.1 mi | 5.8 |
| Buena Vista High Lakewood | 1.0 mi | 7.0 |
| Ramona Elementary Bellflower | 1.2 mi | 6.1 |
| Las Flores Home Education Independent Study Academy Bellflower | 1.1 mi | 5.4 |
| ST PANCRATIUS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Lakewood | 1.0 mi | 6.8 |
| Odyssey STEM Academy Lakewood | 1.1 mi | 7.5 |
| Mayfair High Bellflower | 1.0 mi | 6.9 |
| Gompers Lakewood | 1.2 mi | 6.0 |
| St. Pancratius Lakewood | 1.1 mi | — |
| Major Lynn Mokler Paramount | 1.4 mi | 4.6 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 90706 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$77,602
Median Home Value
$661,100
Median Rent
$1,771/mo
Population
77,396
College Educated
20.1%
Homeownership
38.1%
Avg Commute
29.6 min
Poverty Rate
13.2%
Median Age
35.9
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| Berylwood Elementary Simi Valley, CA | 4.1 |
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| Charles Wright Elementary Merced, CA | 4.1 |
| Christine Sipherd Elementary Modesto, CA | 4.1 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Craig Williams Elementary
What grades does Craig Williams Elementary serve?
Craig Williams Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 6th.
How many students attend Craig Williams Elementary?
Craig Williams Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 456 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Craig Williams Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Craig Williams Elementary is 26.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Craig Williams Elementary rank in CA?
Craig Williams Elementary ranks #8,431 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Craig Williams Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Craig Williams Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.1 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 Craig Williams Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Craig Williams Elementary has 29% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 35% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Craig Williams Elementary a charter school?
No, Craig Williams Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Craig Williams Elementary a Title I school?
No, Craig Williams Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Craig Williams Elementary?
89.0% of students at Craig Williams 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
- 456
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 26.8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 17
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 89.0%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Los Angeles County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 39.5%
- Phone
- (562) 804-6540
Resources & Links
District
Bellflower Unified- District Enrollment
- 9,813
- Schools in District
- 15
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $19,901
- District Rank
- #13 of 14
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