Excellent
#428 of 9,539 schools in CA
Top 5% in state
Gonsalves (joe A.) Elementary
Elementary School · ABC Unified
13650 Park St., Cerritos, CA 90703
Enrollment
560
Student-Teacher
23.3:1
Score
8.8
Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Enrollment
560
Student-Teacher
23.3:1
Score
8.8
Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#428 of 9,539
In Cerritos
#3 of 17
public schools
In district
#3 of 30
ABC Unified
Equity
9.9 / 10
Excellent
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About Gonsalves (joe A.) Elementary
Gonsalves (joe A.) Elementary is a public elementary school in Cerritos, CA, part of ABC Unified. Gonsalves (joe A.) Elementary serves approximately 560 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-6th, and has a 23.3:1 student-teacher ratio. Gonsalves (joe A.) Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.8 out of 10 and ranks #428 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Gonsalves (joe A.) Elementary show 83% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 85% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 8.8 · Excellent
- District avg 7.8
- CA avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
Gonsalves (joe A.) Elementary runs 23.3:1 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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Gonsalves (joe A.) Elementary — Students at Gonsalves (joe A.) Elementary score 80% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 54%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
35.5%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)
Based on 38 test records from CA state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* 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: 8.6/10.
How Gonsalves (joe A.) Elementary Compares
See how Gonsalves (joe A.) 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
13650 Park St., Cerritos, CA 90703
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Gonsalves (joe A.) Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Wittmann (Helen) Elementary (rated 8.8/10, 0.9 miles away), with a very similar rating. Another option is Leal (Frank C.) Elementary (rated 8.5/10, 1.5 miles away), with a comparable rating. Additionally, Kennedy (John F.) Elementary (rated 8.3/10, 1.7 miles away, in nearby Artesia), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Cerritos, see our Cerritos schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.0 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Carmenita Middle Cerritos | 0.3 mi | 8.5 |
| Stowers(Cecil B.) Elementary Cerritos | 0.4 mi | 7.8 |
| CPU K12 Academy Santa Fe Springs | 0.8 mi | — |
| Cerritos Elementary Cerritos | 0.9 mi | 7.9 |
| Whitney (Gretchen) High Cerritos | 0.7 mi | 8.9 |
| Wittmann (Helen) Elementary Cerritos | 0.9 mi | 8.8 |
| KINDERCARE LEARNING CENTER Cerritos | 1.2 mi | — |
| Beacon Day School La Palma | 1.3 mi | — |
| BEACON DAY SCHOOL La Palma | 1.3 mi | 8.0 |
| SEMITA SCHOOL La Palma | 1.4 mi | — |
| Leal (Frank C.) Elementary Cerritos | 1.5 mi | 8.5 |
| Cerritos High Cerritos | 1.6 mi | 8.4 |
| John Dolland Elementary Norwalk | 1.8 mi | 7.5 |
| Kennedy (John F.) Elementary Artesia | 1.7 mi | 8.3 |
| Tracy (Wilbur) High (Continuation) Cerritos | 1.7 mi | 6.9 |
| ABC Secondary (Alternative) Cerritos | 1.7 mi | — |
| ST LINUS CATHOLIC ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Norwalk | 2.0 mi | 6.1 |
| George B. Miller Elementary La Palma | 2.1 mi | 6.6 |
| St. Linus School Norwalk | 2.0 mi | — |
| Arthur F. Corey Elementary Buena Park | 2.0 mi | 6.7 |
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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Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
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|---|---|
| Almond Elementary Los Altos, CA | 8.8 |
| Alta California Elementary Panorama City, CA | 8.8 |
| Austin Creek Elementary Santa Rosa, CA | 8.8 |
| Bollinger Canyon Elementary San Ramon, CA | 8.8 |
| Brookvale Elementary Fremont, CA | 8.8 |
| Calabash Charter Academy Woodland Hills, CA | 8.8 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Gonsalves (joe A.) Elementary
What grades does Gonsalves (joe A.) Elementary serve?
Gonsalves (joe A.) Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 6th.
How many students attend Gonsalves (joe A.) Elementary?
Gonsalves (joe A.) Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 560 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Gonsalves (joe A.) Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Gonsalves (joe A.) Elementary is 23.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Gonsalves (joe A.) Elementary rank in CA?
Gonsalves (joe A.) Elementary ranks #428 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Gonsalves (joe A.) Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Gonsalves (joe A.) Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.8 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 Gonsalves (joe A.) Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Gonsalves (joe A.) Elementary has 83% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 85% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Gonsalves (joe A.) Elementary a charter school?
No, Gonsalves (joe A.) Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Gonsalves (joe A.) Elementary a Title I school?
No, Gonsalves (joe A.) Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Gonsalves (joe A.) Elementary?
35.5% of students at Gonsalves (joe A.) 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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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 6th
- Enrollment
- 560
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 23.3:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 24
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 35.5%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Los Angeles County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 7.0%
- Phone
- (562) 229-7860
Resources & Links
District
ABC Unified- District Enrollment
- 18,081
- Schools in District
- 31
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $17,234
- District Rank
- #3 of 30
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