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#644 of 9,539 schools in CA

Top 7% in state

Haskell (pliny Fisk) Middle

Middle School · ABC Unified

11525 Del Amo Blvd., Cerritos, CA 90703

Enrollment

442

Student-Teacher

21:1

Score

8.6

Grades

7th – 8th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

California schools

#644 of 9,539

In Cerritos

#6 of 17

public schools

In district

#6 of 30

ABC Unified

Academic growth

9.2 / 10

Excellent

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Haskell (pliny Fisk) Middle

8.6/10

Middle School in Cerritos · grades 7th – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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5.8/10

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About Haskell (pliny Fisk) Middle

Haskell (pliny Fisk) Middle is a public middle school in Cerritos, CA, part of ABC Unified. Haskell (pliny Fisk) Middle serves approximately 442 students, and covers grades 7th-8th, and has a 21:1 student-teacher ratio. Haskell (pliny Fisk) Middle has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.6 out of 10 and ranks #644 of 9,539 schools in CA.

Structured state assessment records for Haskell (pliny Fisk) Middle show 47% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 58% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

How it compares0.5 pts above district
  • This school 8.6 · Excellent
  • District avg 8.1
  • CA avg 6.5

What Parents Should Know

Haskell (pliny Fisk) Middle runs 21:1 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 Progress9.2Excellent40%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data15
Annual Change-0.18 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2024
TrendStable
Academics8.3Excellent35%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency41.1% (2024 CAASPP)
Reading/ELA Proficiency51.4% (2024 CAASPP)
Math vs. State Avg+7.2 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+4.1 pts
Overall Proficiency46% (2024 CAASPP, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)33% (model expectation from 2024 CAASPP)
vs. Expected+12.8 pts
Adjusted Percentile74th
Resources & Environment8.1Excellent25%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio21:1
Per-Pupil Spending$17,234
Chronic Absenteeism17.6%

Haskell (pliny Fisk) Middle — Students at Haskell (pliny Fisk) Middle score 46% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 33%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

72.6%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)

Math Proficiency 46.8% (multi-year average, 2009-2024)
School
State
33.7% (2024 CAASPP)
ELA Proficiency 57.6% (multi-year average, 2009-2024)
School
State
46.8% (2024 CAASPP)

Based on 34 test records from CA state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

→ Stable

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

2009
Math
43%
ELA
54%
2010
Math
46%
ELA
59%
2011
Math
48%
ELA
62%
2012
Math
48%
ELA
60%
2013
Math
75%
ELA
75%
2014
Math
29%
ELA
47%
2015
Math
37%
ELA
49%
2016
Math
39%
ELA
53%
2017
Math
41%
ELA
52%
2018
Math
40%
ELA
56%
2019
Math
40%
ELA
56%
2020*
Math
75%
ELA
75%
2021*
Math
75%
ELA
75%
2022
Math
37%
ELA
52%
2024
Math
40.8%
ELA
51.2%

* 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: 9.2/10.

How Haskell (pliny Fisk) Middle Compares

See how Haskell (pliny Fisk) Middle performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
8.6/10
93th percentile in CA
Academic
8.3/10
Excellent
Growth
9.2/10
Excellent
Environment
8.1/10
Excellent
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
73%
Teaching Staff
21:1 student-teacher ratio
21 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
17.6%

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

11525 Del Amo Blvd., Cerritos, CA 90703

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Haskell (pliny Fisk) Middle may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Tetzlaff (Martin B.) Middle (rated 8.4/10, 1.1 miles away), with a very similar rating. Another option is Fedde (Pharis F.) Middle (rated 7.8/10, 1.0 miles away, in nearby Hawaiian Gardens), with a comparable rating. Additionally, Helen Keller Middle (rated 7.8/10, 1.6 miles away, in nearby Long Beach), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Cerritos, see our Cerritos schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 1.6 mi
School Distance Rating
Willow Elementary Lakewood 0.3 mi 5.8
Bragg Elementary Cerritos 0.6 mi 8.2
Aloha Elementary Lakewood 0.8 mi 8.0
Nixon (Patricia) Elementary Cerritos 0.8 mi 8.6
Artesia High Lakewood 0.9 mi 6.8
Fedde (Pharis F.) Middle Hawaiian Gardens 1.0 mi 7.8
Our Lady of Fatima Artesia 1.2 mi
OUR LADY OF FATIMA SCHOOL Artesia 1.2 mi 6.2
MONTESSORI HOUSE OF CHILDREN Artesia 1.2 mi
Ernest S. McBride Sr. High Long Beach 1.2 mi 8.6
Cleveland Elementary Lakewood 1.1 mi 8.6
Tetzlaff (Martin B.) Middle Cerritos 1.1 mi 8.4
Palms Elementary Lakewood 1.2 mi 6.9
BRIGHT TIME CHILD CARE LEARNING CENTER Lakewood 1.3 mi
Carver (Charles J.) Elementary Cerritos 1.3 mi 8.9
Helen Keller Middle Long Beach 1.6 mi 7.8
Furgeson (Venn W.) Elementary Hawaiian Gardens 1.5 mi 7.0
Melbourne (Ella P.) Elementary Lakewood 1.4 mi 6.6
Burbank (Luther) Elementary Artesia 1.6 mi 7.8
Elliott (William F) Elementary Artesia 1.6 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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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Haskell (pliny Fisk) Middle

What grades does Haskell (pliny Fisk) Middle serve?

Haskell (pliny Fisk) Middle serves students in grades 7th through 8th.

How many students attend Haskell (pliny Fisk) Middle?

Haskell (pliny Fisk) Middle has an enrollment of approximately 442 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Haskell (pliny Fisk) Middle?

The student-teacher ratio at Haskell (pliny Fisk) Middle is 21:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Haskell (pliny Fisk) Middle rank in CA?

Haskell (pliny Fisk) Middle ranks #644 of 9,539 schools in CA.

What is Haskell (pliny Fisk) Middle's MySchoolScout rating?

Haskell (pliny Fisk) Middle has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.6 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 Haskell (pliny Fisk) Middle?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Haskell (pliny Fisk) Middle has 47% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 58% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

Is Haskell (pliny Fisk) Middle a charter school?

No, Haskell (pliny Fisk) Middle is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Haskell (pliny Fisk) Middle a Title I school?

No, Haskell (pliny Fisk) Middle is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Haskell (pliny Fisk) Middle?

72.6% of students at Haskell (pliny Fisk) Middle 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
70 Very Walkable
Bike Score
61 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
7th – 8th
Enrollment
442
Student-Teacher Ratio
21:1
Teachers (FTE)
21
Free/Reduced Lunch
72.6%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Los Angeles County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
17.6%

District

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

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