Excellent
#973 of 9,539 schools in CA
Top 10% in state
Cresson Elementary
Elementary School · Little Lake City Elementary
11650 East Cresson St., Norwalk, CA 90650
Enrollment
229
Student-Teacher
17.6:1
Score
8.4
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
229
Student-Teacher
17.6:1
Score
8.4
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#973 of 9,539
In Norwalk
#2 of 21
public schools
In district
#3 of 9
Little Lake City Elementary
School environment
8.9 / 10
Excellent
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About Cresson Elementary
Cresson Elementary is a public elementary school in Norwalk, CA, part of Little Lake City Elementary. Cresson Elementary serves approximately 229 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 17.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Cresson Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.4 out of 10 and ranks #973 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Cresson Elementary show 50% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 51% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 8.4 · Excellent
- District avg 7.6
- CA avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
38% of students at Cresson 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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Cresson Elementary — Students at Cresson Elementary score 47% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 25%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
86.9%
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: 8.0/10.
How Cresson Elementary Compares
See how Cresson 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
11650 East Cresson St., Norwalk, CA 90650
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Cresson Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. William W. Orr Elementary (rated 8.4/10, 0.5 miles away), with a very similar rating. Another option is Lakeland Elementary (rated 7.8/10, 0.5 miles away), with a comparable rating. Additionally, Studebaker Elementary (rated 7.5/10, 0.9 miles away), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Norwalk, see our Norwalk schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.6 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| St. Pius X Parish School Santa Fe Springs | 0.3 mi | — |
| ST PIUS X PARISH SCHOOL Santa Fe Springs | 0.4 mi | 5.4 |
| Santa Fe Springs Christian School Santa Fe Springs | 0.5 mi | — |
| William W. Orr Elementary Norwalk | 0.5 mi | 8.4 |
| SANTA FE SPRINGS CHRISTIAN Santa Fe Springs | 0.6 mi | 5.5 |
| Lakeland Elementary Norwalk | 0.5 mi | 7.8 |
| Lake Center Middle Santa Fe Springs | 0.7 mi | 8.6 |
| Santa Fe High Santa Fe Springs | 0.8 mi | 7.9 |
| Lakeside Middle Norwalk | 0.7 mi | 8.8 |
| Paddison Elementary Norwalk | 0.8 mi | 7.4 |
| JOYLAND PRESCHOOL Norwalk | 0.9 mi | — |
| New Harvest Christian Norwalk | 0.9 mi | — |
| NEW HARVEST CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Norwalk | 0.9 mi | 6.7 |
| Lakeview Elementary Santa Fe Springs | 1.0 mi | 6.7 |
| Studebaker Elementary Norwalk | 0.9 mi | 7.5 |
| Julia B. Morrison Elementary Norwalk | 1.4 mi | 6.6 |
| D. D. Johnston Elementary Norwalk | 1.5 mi | 7.1 |
| Norwalk High Norwalk | 1.6 mi | 7.5 |
| ST JOHN OF GOD SCHOOL Norwalk | 1.6 mi | 5.2 |
| Saint John of God Norwalk | 1.6 mi | — |
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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|---|---|
| Buena Vista Elementary Tulare, CA | 8.4 |
| Buena Vista Elementary Carlsbad, CA | 8.4 |
| Chualar Elementary Chualar, CA | 8.4 |
| Farmdale Elementary Los Angeles, CA | 8.4 |
| Heather Elementary San Carlos, CA | 8.4 |
| Kepler Neighborhood Fresno, CA | 8.4 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Cresson Elementary
What grades does Cresson Elementary serve?
Cresson Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend Cresson Elementary?
Cresson Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 229 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Cresson Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Cresson Elementary is 17.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Cresson Elementary rank in CA?
Cresson Elementary ranks #973 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Cresson Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Cresson Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.4 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 Cresson Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Cresson Elementary has 50% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 51% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Cresson Elementary a charter school?
No, Cresson Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Cresson Elementary a Title I school?
No, Cresson Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Cresson Elementary?
86.9% of students at Cresson 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
- 229
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 17.6:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 13
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 86.9%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Los Angeles County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 37.6%
- Phone
- (562) 868-6620
Resources & Links
District
Little Lake City Elementary- District Enrollment
- 3,656
- Schools in District
- 9
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $20,951
- District Rank
- #3 of 9
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