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#4048 of 9,539 schools in CA

Top 42% in state

Elliott (william F) Elementary

Elementary School · ABC Unified

18415 Cortner Ave., Artesia, CA 90703

Enrollment

442

Student-Teacher

31.6:1

Score

6.7

Grades

Kindergarten – 6th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

California schools

#4,048 of 9,539

In Artesia

#5 of 5

public schools

In district

#27 of 30

ABC Unified

Equity

8.6 / 10

Excellent

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Elliott (william F) Elementary

6.7/10

Elementary School in Artesia · grades Kindergarten – 6th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Elliott (william F) Elementary

Elliott (william F) Elementary is a public elementary school in Artesia, CA, part of ABC Unified. Elliott (william F) Elementary serves approximately 442 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-6th, and has a 31.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Elliott (william F) Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.7 out of 10 and ranks #4,048 of 9,539 schools in CA.

Structured state assessment records for Elliott (william F) Elementary show 60% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 66% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

How it compares1.1 pts below district
  • This school 6.7 · Average
  • District avg 7.8
  • CA avg 6.2

What Parents Should Know

Elliott (william F) Elementary runs 31.6:1 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.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress7.3Very Good50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-1.04 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2024
TrendDeclining
Academics8.5Excellent30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency50% (2024 CAASPP)
Reading/ELA Proficiency53.2% (2024 CAASPP)
Math vs. State Avg+4.3 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+10.4 pts
Overall Proficiency52% (2024 CAASPP, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)39% (model expectation from 2024 CAASPP)
vs. Expected+12.3 pts
Adjusted Percentile77th
Resources & Environment2.5Needs Improvement20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio31.6:1
Per-Pupil Spending$17,234
Chronic Absenteeism19.7%

Elliott (william F) Elementary — Students at Elliott (william F) Elementary score 52% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 39%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

62.2%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)

Math Proficiency 60.1% (multi-year average, 2009-2024)
School
State
38.4% (2024 CAASPP)
ELA Proficiency 65.5% (multi-year average, 2009-2024)
School
State
45.4% (2024 CAASPP)

Based on 36 test records from CA state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
68%
ELA
67%
2010
Math
69%
ELA
71%
2011
Math
79%
ELA
67%
2012
Math
85%
ELA
70%
2014
Math
54%
ELA
64%
2015
Math
60%
ELA
68%
2016
Math
61%
ELA
73%
2017
Math
60%
ELA
71%
2018
Math
57%
ELA
66%
2019
Math
57%
ELA
66%
2020*
Math
69.5%
ELA
90%
2021*
Math
69.5%
ELA
90%
2022
Math
46.2%
ELA
54.5%
2024
Math
49.4%
ELA
52.2%

* 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: 7.3/10.

How Elliott (william F) Elementary Compares

See how Elliott (william F) Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
6.7/10
58th percentile in CA
Academic
8.5/10
Excellent
Growth
7.3/10
Very Good
Environment
2.5/10
Needs Improvement
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
62%
Teaching Staff
32:1 student-teacher ratio
14 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
19.7%

Programs & Offerings

Gifted & Talented Program Available
This school offers a gifted and talented program for qualifying students. · CRDC 2021-22

Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more

Location

18415 Cortner Ave., Artesia, CA 90703

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Elliott (william F) Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Carver (Charles J.) Elementary (rated 8.9/10, 0.6 miles away, in nearby Cerritos), which scores notably higher. Another option is ABC Virtual Academy (rated 8.8/10, 0.8 miles away, in nearby Cerritos), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Wittmann (Helen) Elementary (rated 8.8/10, 1.1 miles away, in nearby Cerritos), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Artesia, see our Artesia schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 1.3 mi
School Distance Rating
Cerritos High Cerritos 0.3 mi 8.4
Kennedy (John F.) Elementary Artesia 0.5 mi 8.3
OUR LADY OF FATIMA SCHOOL Artesia 0.5 mi 6.2
Carver (Charles J.) Elementary Cerritos 0.6 mi 8.9
Ross (Faye) Middle Artesia 0.6 mi 7.3
Our Lady of Fatima Artesia 0.6 mi
MONTESSORI HOUSE OF CHILDREN Artesia 0.6 mi
Juarez (Benito) Elementary Cerritos 0.8 mi 6.4
ABC Virtual Academy Cerritos 0.8 mi 8.8
Tracy (Wilbur) High (Continuation) Cerritos 0.9 mi 6.9
ABC Secondary (Alternative) Cerritos 0.9 mi
Nixon (Patricia) Elementary Cerritos 0.9 mi 8.6
Leal (Frank C.) Elementary Cerritos 0.9 mi 8.5
Tetzlaff (Martin B.) Middle Cerritos 1.2 mi 8.4
Wittmann (Helen) Elementary Cerritos 1.1 mi 8.8
Burbank (Luther) Elementary Artesia 1.1 mi 7.8
Artesia High Lakewood 1.4 mi 6.8
Whitney (Gretchen) High Cerritos 1.3 mi 8.9
Arturo Sanchez Elementary Norwalk 1.4 mi 7.0
Bragg Elementary Cerritos 1.3 mi 8.2

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 90703 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$133,300

Median Home Value

$906,500

Median Rent

$2,910/mo

Population

48,607

College Educated

56.9%

Homeownership

74.5%

Avg Commute

33.1 min

Poverty Rate

6.1%

Median Age

47.1

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Elliott (william F) Elementary

What grades does Elliott (william F) Elementary serve?

Elliott (william F) Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 6th.

How many students attend Elliott (william F) Elementary?

Elliott (william F) Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 442 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Elliott (william F) Elementary?

The student-teacher ratio at Elliott (william F) Elementary is 31.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Elliott (william F) Elementary rank in CA?

Elliott (william F) Elementary ranks #4,048 of 9,539 schools in CA.

What is Elliott (william F) Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?

Elliott (william F) Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.7 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 Elliott (william F) Elementary?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Elliott (william F) Elementary has 60% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 66% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

Is Elliott (william F) Elementary a charter school?

No, Elliott (william F) Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Elliott (william F) Elementary a Title I school?

No, Elliott (william F) Elementary is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Elliott (william F) Elementary?

62.2% of students at Elliott (william F) 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.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
69 Somewhat Walkable
Transit Score
27 Some Transit
Bike Score
57 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Enrollment
442
Student-Teacher Ratio
31.6:1
Teachers (FTE)
14
Free/Reduced Lunch
62.2%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Los Angeles County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
19.7%

District

ABC Unified
District Enrollment
18,081
Schools in District
31
Per-Pupil Spending
$17,234
District Rank
#27 of 30

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