Below Average
#8224 of 9,539 schools in CA
Earl E. Edmondson Elementary
Elementary School · Norwalk-La Mirada Unified
15121 South Grayland Ave., Norwalk, CA 90650
Enrollment
367
Student-Teacher
20.4:1
Score
4.3
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
367
Student-Teacher
20.4:1
Score
4.3
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#8,224 of 9,539
In Norwalk
#19 of 21
public schools
In district
#22 of 25
Norwalk-La Mirada Unified
School environment
7.7 / 10
Very Good
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Earl E. Edmondson Elementary
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About Earl E. Edmondson Elementary
Earl E. Edmondson Elementary is a public elementary school in Norwalk, CA, part of Norwalk-La Mirada Unified. Earl E.
Edmondson Elementary serves approximately 367 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 20.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Earl E. Edmondson Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.3 out of 10 and ranks #8,224 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Earl E. Edmondson Elementary show 32% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 38% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 4.3 · Below Average
- District avg 5.9
- CA avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
Earl E. Edmondson Elementary runs 20.4:1 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.
32% of students at Earl E. Edmondson 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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Earl E. Edmondson Elementary — Students at Earl E. Edmondson Elementary score 25% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 26%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
86.1%
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: 2.5/10.
How Earl E. Edmondson Elementary Compares
See how Earl E. Edmondson 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
15121 South Grayland Ave., Norwalk, CA 90650
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Earl E. Edmondson Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. ABC Virtual Academy (rated 8.8/10, 1.3 miles away, in nearby Cerritos), which scores notably higher. Another option is Kennedy (John F.) Elementary (rated 8.3/10, 1.5 miles away, in nearby Artesia), which scores notably higher. Additionally, John Dolland Elementary (rated 7.5/10, 0.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Norwalk, see our Norwalk schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.4 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| LuTEC Norwalk | 0.6 mi | — |
| Nettie L. Waite Middle Norwalk | 0.6 mi | 5.7 |
| Arturo Sanchez Elementary Norwalk | 0.7 mi | 7.0 |
| Los Alisos Middle Norwalk | 0.6 mi | 5.5 |
| John H. Nuffer Elementary Norwalk | 0.6 mi | 5.6 |
| John Dolland Elementary Norwalk | 0.7 mi | 7.5 |
| Saint John of God Norwalk | 1.0 mi | — |
| ST JOHN OF GOD SCHOOL Norwalk | 1.0 mi | 5.2 |
| Tracy (Wilbur) High (Continuation) Cerritos | 1.1 mi | 6.9 |
| ABC Secondary (Alternative) Cerritos | 1.1 mi | — |
| Niemes (John H.) Elementary Artesia | 1.1 mi | 7.4 |
| Loretta Lampton Elementary Norwalk | 1.1 mi | 5.9 |
| Julia B. Morrison Elementary Norwalk | 1.2 mi | 6.6 |
| Juarez (Benito) Elementary Cerritos | 1.3 mi | 6.4 |
| ABC Virtual Academy Cerritos | 1.3 mi | 8.8 |
| Thomas B. Moffitt Elementary Norwalk | 1.2 mi | 4.0 |
| Norwalk High Norwalk | 1.3 mi | 7.5 |
| FECC CHILDREN ACADEMY Cerritos | 1.3 mi | — |
| Kennedy (John F.) Elementary Artesia | 1.5 mi | 8.3 |
| St. Linus School Norwalk | 1.4 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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| Bryant Elementary San Francisco, CA | 4.3 |
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| Cabrillo Elementary Fremont, CA | 4.3 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Earl E. Edmondson Elementary
What grades does Earl E. Edmondson Elementary serve?
Earl E. Edmondson Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend Earl E. Edmondson Elementary?
Earl E. Edmondson Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 367 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Earl E. Edmondson Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Earl E. Edmondson Elementary is 20.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Earl E. Edmondson Elementary rank in CA?
Earl E. Edmondson Elementary ranks #8,224 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Earl E. Edmondson Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Earl E. Edmondson Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.3 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 Earl E. Edmondson Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Earl E. Edmondson Elementary has 32% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 38% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Earl E. Edmondson Elementary a charter school?
No, Earl E. Edmondson Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Earl E. Edmondson Elementary a Title I school?
No, Earl E. Edmondson Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Earl E. Edmondson Elementary?
86.1% of students at Earl E. Edmondson 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
- 367
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 20.4:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 18
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 86.1%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Los Angeles County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 32.2%
- Phone
- (562) 210-4440
Resources & Links
District
Norwalk-La Mirada Unified- District Enrollment
- 15,052
- Schools in District
- 26
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $19,237
- District Rank
- #22 of 25
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