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#4564 of 9,539 schools in CA
Top 48% in state
Harry Wirtz Elementary
Elementary School · Paramount Unified
8535 Contreras St., Paramount, CA 90723
Enrollment
432
Student-Teacher
22.7:1
Score
6.5
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
432
Student-Teacher
22.7:1
Score
6.5
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#4,564 of 9,539
In Paramount
#6 of 14
public schools
In district
#9 of 18
Paramount Unified
Equity
7.0 / 10
Very Good
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About Harry Wirtz Elementary
Harry Wirtz Elementary is a public elementary school in Paramount, CA, part of Paramount Unified. Harry Wirtz Elementary serves approximately 432 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 22.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Harry Wirtz Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.5 out of 10 and ranks #4,564 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Harry Wirtz Elementary show 33% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 33% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 6.5 · Average
- District avg 5.7
- CA avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
Harry Wirtz Elementary runs 22.7:1 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.
35% of students at Harry Wirtz 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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Harry Wirtz Elementary — Students at Harry Wirtz Elementary score 31% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 21%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
94.9%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)
Based on 34 test records from CA state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage 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: 6.4/10.
How Harry Wirtz Elementary Compares
See how Harry Wirtz 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
8535 Contreras St., Paramount, CA 90723
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Harry Wirtz Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Carpenter (C. C.) Elementary (rated 6.5/10, 1.2 miles away, in nearby Downey), with a very similar rating. Another option is Jefferson Elementary (rated 6.2/10, 0.7 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, ADVENTIST UNION SCHOOL (rated 6.0/10, 1.1 miles away, in nearby Bellflower), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Paramount, see our Paramount schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.2 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Paramount High Paramount | 0.1 mi | 6.8 |
| Paramount Park Middle Paramount | 0.5 mi | 7.3 |
| Jefferson Elementary Paramount | 0.7 mi | 6.2 |
| Paramount Virtual Academy Paramount | 0.6 mi | — |
| Paramount Unified Community Day Paramount | 0.6 mi | — |
| OUR LADY OF THE ROSARY SCHOOL Paramount | 0.6 mi | 5.3 |
| Our Lady of the Rosary School Paramount | 0.6 mi | — |
| Theodore Roosevelt Paramount | 0.7 mi | 5.5 |
| Albert Baxter Elementary Bellflower | 0.7 mi | 5.1 |
| Abraham Lincoln Paramount | 0.7 mi | 5.5 |
| KID TOWN USA PRESCHOOL-MONTESSORI ACADEMY South Gate | 0.9 mi | — |
| Alondra Middle Paramount | 1.1 mi | 6.0 |
| Ward (E. W.) Elementary Downey | 1.1 mi | 5.3 |
| Adventist Union School Bellflower | 1.1 mi | — |
| ADVENTIST UNION SCHOOL Bellflower | 1.1 mi | 6.0 |
| ST PIUS-ST. MATTHIAS ACADEMY Downy | 1.3 mi | 6.3 |
| ST PIUS X - ST. MATTHIAS HIGH SCHOOL Downey | 1.3 mi | 7.2 |
| Major Lynn Mokler Paramount | 1.4 mi | 4.6 |
| St. Pius X St. Matthias Academy Downey | 1.3 mi | — |
| Carpenter (C. C.) Elementary Downey | 1.2 mi | 6.5 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 90723 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$70,912
Median Home Value
$500,400
Median Rent
$1,772/mo
Population
52,546
College Educated
13.1%
Homeownership
43.4%
Avg Commute
28.8 min
Poverty Rate
13.3%
Median Age
33.2
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| Academia Moderna Walnut Park, CA | 6.5 |
| Allison Elementary Pomona, CA | 6.5 |
| BASIS INDEPENDENT FREMONT UPPER SCHOOL Fremont, CA | 6.5 |
| Baywood Elementary San Mateo, CA | 6.5 |
| Beethoven Street Elementary Los Angeles, CA | 6.5 |
| Bel Aire Park Elementary Napa, CA | 6.5 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Harry Wirtz Elementary
What grades does Harry Wirtz Elementary serve?
Harry Wirtz Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend Harry Wirtz Elementary?
Harry Wirtz Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 432 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Harry Wirtz Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Harry Wirtz Elementary is 22.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Harry Wirtz Elementary rank in CA?
Harry Wirtz Elementary ranks #4,564 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Harry Wirtz Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Harry Wirtz Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.5 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 Harry Wirtz Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Harry Wirtz Elementary has 33% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 33% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Harry Wirtz Elementary a charter school?
No, Harry Wirtz Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Harry Wirtz Elementary a Title I school?
No, Harry Wirtz Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Harry Wirtz Elementary?
94.9% of students at Harry Wirtz 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
- 432
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 22.7:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 19
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 94.9%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Los Angeles County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 35.0%
- Phone
- (562) 602-8068
Resources & Links
District
Paramount Unified- District Enrollment
- 12,042
- Schools in District
- 20
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $21,321
- District Rank
- #9 of 18
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