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Ernie Pyle Elementary
Elementary School · Bellflower Unified
16703 South Clark Ave., Bellflower, CA 90706
Enrollment
362
Student-Teacher
24.1:1
Score
5.6
Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Enrollment
362
Student-Teacher
24.1:1
Score
5.6
Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#6,183 of 9,539
In Bellflower
#7 of 14
public schools
In district
#7 of 14
Bellflower Unified
Academic performance
7.0 / 10
Very Good
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About Ernie Pyle Elementary
Ernie Pyle Elementary is a public elementary school in Bellflower, CA, part of Bellflower Unified. Ernie Pyle Elementary serves approximately 362 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-6th, and has a 24.1:1 student-teacher ratio. Ernie Pyle Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.6 out of 10 and ranks #6,183 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Ernie Pyle Elementary show 39% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 42% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 5.6 · Average
- District avg 5.3
- CA avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
Ernie Pyle Elementary runs 24.1:1 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.
31% of students at Ernie Pyle 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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Ernie Pyle Elementary — Students at Ernie Pyle Elementary score 34% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 27%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
84.3%
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: 4.8/10.
How Ernie Pyle Elementary Compares
See how Ernie Pyle 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 Ernie Pyle Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Lewis (Ed C.) Elementary (rated 6.9/10, 0.9 miles away, in nearby Downey), which scores notably higher. Another option is Carpenter (C. C.) Elementary (rated 6.5/10, 1.2 miles away, in nearby Downey), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, SOUTHLAND CHRISTIAN ACADEMY (rated 6.1/10, 1.0 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Bellflower, see our Bellflower schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.3 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Bellflower High Bellflower | 0.3 mi | 7.3 |
| Frank E. Woodruff Elementary Bellflower | 0.5 mi | 4.9 |
| ST JOHN BOSCO Bellflower | 0.6 mi | 6.0 |
| St. Dominic Savio Bellflower | 0.8 mi | — |
| ST DOMINIC SAVIO SCHOOL Bellflower | 0.8 mi | 6.0 |
| Washington Elementary Bellflower | 0.8 mi | 3.3 |
| Lewis (Ed C.) Elementary Downey | 0.9 mi | 6.9 |
| SOUTHLAND CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Bellflower | 1.0 mi | 6.1 |
| Southland Christian Academy Bellflower | 1.0 mi | — |
| Cedar House Academy Downey | 1.1 mi | — |
| CALVARY CHAPEL CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Downey | 1.1 mi | 5.7 |
| Calvary Chapel Christian Downey | 1.1 mi | — |
| Anna M. Glazier Elementary Norwalk | 0.9 mi | 3.8 |
| New River Elementary Norwalk | 1.0 mi | 4.6 |
| Corvallis Middle Norwalk | 1.1 mi | 5.2 |
| Columbus (Christopher) High Downey | 1.3 mi | 5.6 |
| Woodruff Academy Downey | 1.3 mi | — |
| Carpenter (C. C.) Elementary Downey | 1.2 mi | 6.5 |
| Gauldin (A.L.) Elementary Downey | 1.4 mi | 5.6 |
| Adventist Union School Bellflower | 1.3 mi | — |
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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| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Aliso Elementary Carpinteria, CA | 5.6 |
| Anderson Heights Elementary Anderson, CA | 5.6 |
| BETHEL CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Redding, CA | 5.6 |
| CATHEDRAL OF ANNUNCIATION SCHOOL Stockton, CA | 5.6 |
| Camino Elementary Camino, CA | 5.6 |
| Carmela Elementary Whittier, CA | 5.6 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Ernie Pyle Elementary
What grades does Ernie Pyle Elementary serve?
Ernie Pyle Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 6th.
How many students attend Ernie Pyle Elementary?
Ernie Pyle Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 362 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Ernie Pyle Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Ernie Pyle Elementary is 24.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Ernie Pyle Elementary rank in CA?
Ernie Pyle Elementary ranks #6,183 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Ernie Pyle Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Ernie Pyle Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.6 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 Ernie Pyle Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Ernie Pyle Elementary has 39% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 42% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Ernie Pyle Elementary a charter school?
No, Ernie Pyle Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Ernie Pyle Elementary a Title I school?
No, Ernie Pyle Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Ernie Pyle Elementary?
84.3% of students at Ernie Pyle 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
- 362
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 24.1:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 15
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 84.3%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Los Angeles County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 30.9%
- Phone
- (562) 804-6528
Resources & Links
District
Bellflower Unified- District Enrollment
- 9,813
- Schools in District
- 15
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $19,901
- District Rank
- #7 of 14
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