Excellent
#909 of 9,539 schools in CA
Top 10% in state
Gahr (richard) High
High School · ABC Unified
11111 Artesia Blvd., Cerritos, CA 90703
Enrollment
1,590
Student-Teacher
22.4:1
Score
8.4
Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
1,590
Student-Teacher
22.4:1
Score
8.4
Grades
9th – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#909 of 9,539
In Cerritos
#11 of 17
public schools
In district
#11 of 30
ABC Unified
Equity
9.3 / 10
Excellent
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Gahr (richard) High
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About Gahr (richard) High
Gahr (richard) High is a public high school in Cerritos, CA, part of ABC Unified. Gahr (richard) High serves approximately 1,590 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 22.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Gahr (richard) High has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.4 out of 10 and ranks #909 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Gahr (richard) High show 51% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 66% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 8.4 · Excellent
- District avg 7.9
- CA avg 6.5
What Parents Should Know
Gahr (richard) High runs 22.4:1 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.
Score Breakdown
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Gahr (richard) High — Students at Gahr (richard) High score 60% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 38%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
63.9%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)
Based on 26 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: 9.1/10.
How Gahr (richard) High Compares
See how Gahr (richard) High 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
11111 Artesia Blvd., Cerritos, CA 90703
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Gahr (richard) High may also want to explore other high schools in the area. ABC Virtual Academy (rated 8.8/10, 1.0 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is Bragg Elementary (rated 8.2/10, 1.3 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, Burbank (Luther) Elementary (rated 7.8/10, 0.4 miles away, in nearby Artesia), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Cerritos, see our Cerritos schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.4 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| FECC CHILDREN ACADEMY Cerritos | 0.4 mi | — |
| Burbank (Luther) Elementary Artesia | 0.4 mi | 7.8 |
| VALLEY CHRISTIAN SCHOOLS Cerritos | 0.5 mi | 5.5 |
| Niemes (John H.) Elementary Artesia | 0.6 mi | 7.4 |
| VALLEY CHRISTIAN MIDDLE SCHOOL Cerritos | 0.7 mi | 6.9 |
| Juarez (Benito) Elementary Cerritos | 1.0 mi | 6.4 |
| ABC Virtual Academy Cerritos | 1.0 mi | 8.8 |
| MONTESSORI HOUSE OF CHILDREN Artesia | 1.0 mi | — |
| Ross (Faye) Middle Artesia | 1.0 mi | 7.3 |
| WONDERLAND PRESCHOOL Bellflower | 1.0 mi | — |
| VALLEY CHRISTIAN SCHOOLS Bellflower | 1.0 mi | 5.4 |
| Bragg Elementary Cerritos | 1.3 mi | 8.2 |
| Arturo Sanchez Elementary Norwalk | 1.2 mi | 7.0 |
| Our Lady of Fatima Artesia | 1.2 mi | — |
| OUR LADY OF FATIMA SCHOOL Artesia | 1.2 mi | 6.2 |
| Esther Lindstrom Elementary Bellflower | 1.2 mi | 5.1 |
| BRIGHT TIME CHILD CARE LEARNING CENTER Lakewood | 1.3 mi | — |
| Anna M. Glazier Elementary Norwalk | 1.5 mi | 3.8 |
| Loretta Lampton Elementary Norwalk | 1.5 mi | 5.9 |
| Mayfair High Bellflower | 1.4 mi | 6.9 |
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
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Cerritos High Cerritos, CA | 8.4 |
| Davis Senior High Davis, CA | 8.4 |
| Edison High Huntington Beach, CA | 8.4 |
| Galileo High San Francisco, CA | 8.4 |
| Granite Bay High Granite Bay, CA | 8.4 |
| Palos Verdes Peninsula High Rolling Hills Estates, CA | 8.4 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Gahr (richard) High
What grades does Gahr (richard) High serve?
Gahr (richard) High serves students in grades 9th through 12th.
How many students attend Gahr (richard) High?
Gahr (richard) High has an enrollment of approximately 1,590 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Gahr (richard) High?
The student-teacher ratio at Gahr (richard) High is 22.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Gahr (richard) High rank in CA?
Gahr (richard) High ranks #909 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Gahr (richard) High's MySchoolScout rating?
Gahr (richard) High 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 Gahr (richard) High?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Gahr (richard) High has 51% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 66% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Gahr (richard) High a charter school?
No, Gahr (richard) High is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Gahr (richard) High a Title I school?
No, Gahr (richard) High is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Gahr (richard) High?
63.9% of students at Gahr (richard) High 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
- 9th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 1,590
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 22.4:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 71
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 63.9%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Los Angeles County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 17.6%
- Phone
- (562) 229-7730
- 4-Year Graduation
- 99%+
Resources & Links
District
ABC Unified- District Enrollment
- 18,081
- Schools in District
- 31
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $17,234
- District Rank
- #11 of 30
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