Very Good
#3316 of 9,539 schools in CA
Top 35% in state
D. D. Johnston Elementary
Elementary School · Norwalk-La Mirada Unified
13421 South Fairford Ave., Norwalk, CA 90650
Enrollment
361
Student-Teacher
22.6:1
Score
7.1
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
361
Student-Teacher
22.6:1
Score
7.1
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#3,316 of 9,539
In Norwalk
#9 of 21
public schools
In district
#6 of 25
Norwalk-La Mirada Unified
Equity
7.5 / 10
Very Good
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D. D. Johnston Elementary
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About D. D. Johnston Elementary
D. D. Johnston Elementary is a public elementary school in Norwalk, CA, part of Norwalk-La Mirada Unified.
D. D. Johnston Elementary serves approximately 361 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 22.6:1 student-teacher ratio.
D. D. Johnston Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.1 out of 10 and ranks #3,316 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for D. D. Johnston Elementary show 41% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 47% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 7.1 · Very Good
- District avg 5.9
- CA avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
D. D. Johnston Elementary runs 22.6:1 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.
34% of students at D. D. Johnston 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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D. D. Johnston Elementary — Students at D. D. Johnston Elementary score 39% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 31%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
77.6%
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
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 7.3/10.
How D. D. Johnston Elementary Compares
See how D. D. Johnston 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
13421 South Fairford Ave., Norwalk, CA 90650
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering D. D. Johnston Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. William W. Orr Elementary (rated 8.4/10, 1.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Studebaker Elementary (rated 7.5/10, 1.1 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Julia B. Morrison Elementary (rated 6.6/10, 0.6 miles away), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Norwalk, see our Norwalk schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.2 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Corvallis Middle Norwalk | 0.3 mi | 5.2 |
| Norwalk High Norwalk | 0.3 mi | 7.5 |
| New River Elementary Norwalk | 0.3 mi | 4.6 |
| NEW HARVEST CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Norwalk | 0.6 mi | 6.7 |
| New Harvest Christian Norwalk | 0.6 mi | — |
| Julia B. Morrison Elementary Norwalk | 0.6 mi | 6.6 |
| ST JOHN OF GOD SCHOOL Norwalk | 0.7 mi | 5.2 |
| Saint John of God Norwalk | 0.7 mi | — |
| Loretta Lampton Elementary Norwalk | 0.9 mi | 5.9 |
| JOYLAND PRESCHOOL Norwalk | 0.9 mi | — |
| William W. Orr Elementary Norwalk | 1.0 mi | 8.4 |
| John H. Nuffer Elementary Norwalk | 1.0 mi | 5.6 |
| Los Alisos Middle Norwalk | 1.0 mi | 5.5 |
| Studebaker Elementary Norwalk | 1.1 mi | 7.5 |
| Anna M. Glazier Elementary Norwalk | 1.1 mi | 3.8 |
| LuTEC Norwalk | 1.1 mi | — |
| Lakeside Middle Norwalk | 1.3 mi | 8.8 |
| Cedar House Academy Downey | 1.2 mi | — |
| CALVARY CHAPEL CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Downey | 1.2 mi | 5.7 |
| Calvary Chapel Christian Downey | 1.2 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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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about D. D. Johnston Elementary
What grades does D. D. Johnston Elementary serve?
D. D. Johnston Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend D. D. Johnston Elementary?
D. D. Johnston Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 361 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at D. D. Johnston Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at D. D. Johnston Elementary is 22.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does D. D. Johnston Elementary rank in CA?
D. D. Johnston Elementary ranks #3,316 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is D. D. Johnston Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
D. D. Johnston Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.1 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 D. D. Johnston Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, D. D. Johnston Elementary has 41% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 47% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is D. D. Johnston Elementary a charter school?
No, D. D. Johnston Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is D. D. Johnston Elementary a Title I school?
No, D. D. Johnston Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for D. D. Johnston Elementary?
77.6% of students at D. D. Johnston 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
- 361
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 22.6:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 16
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 77.6%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Los Angeles County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 34.1%
- Phone
- (562) 210-3120
Resources & Links
District
Norwalk-La Mirada Unified- District Enrollment
- 15,052
- Schools in District
- 26
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $19,237
- District Rank
- #6 of 25
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