Very Good
#2568 of 9,539 schools in CA
Top 27% in state
John Dolland Elementary
Elementary School · Norwalk-La Mirada Unified
15021 South Bloomfield Ave., Norwalk, CA 90650
Enrollment
584
Student-Teacher
23.4:1
Score
7.5
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
584
Student-Teacher
23.4:1
Score
7.5
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#2,568 of 9,539
In Norwalk
#6 of 21
public schools
In district
#3 of 25
Norwalk-La Mirada Unified
Equity
8.7 / 10
Excellent
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About John Dolland Elementary
John Dolland Elementary is a public elementary school in Norwalk, CA, part of Norwalk-La Mirada Unified. John Dolland Elementary serves approximately 584 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 23.4:1 student-teacher ratio. John Dolland Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.5 out of 10 and ranks #2,568 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for John Dolland Elementary show 48% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 49% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 7.5 · Very Good
- District avg 5.9
- CA avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
John Dolland Elementary runs 23.4:1 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.
33% of students at John Dolland 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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John Dolland Elementary — Students at John Dolland Elementary score 48% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 30%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
78.4%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)
Based on 30 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: 7.6/10.
How John Dolland Elementary Compares
See how John Dolland 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
15021 South Bloomfield Ave., Norwalk, CA 90650
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering John Dolland Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Wittmann (Helen) Elementary (rated 8.8/10, 1.2 miles away, in nearby Cerritos), which scores notably higher. Another option is Kennedy (John F.) Elementary (rated 8.3/10, 1.6 miles away, in nearby Artesia), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Arturo Sanchez Elementary (rated 7.0/10, 1.1 miles away), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Norwalk, see our Norwalk schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.5 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Nettie L. Waite Middle Norwalk | 0.6 mi | 5.7 |
| Earl E. Edmondson Elementary Norwalk | 0.7 mi | 4.3 |
| St. Linus School Norwalk | 0.9 mi | — |
| ST LINUS CATHOLIC ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Norwalk | 0.9 mi | 6.1 |
| Thomas B. Moffitt Elementary Norwalk | 1.0 mi | 4.0 |
| LuTEC Norwalk | 0.9 mi | — |
| Tracy (Wilbur) High (Continuation) Cerritos | 1.2 mi | 6.9 |
| ABC Secondary (Alternative) Cerritos | 1.2 mi | — |
| Arturo Sanchez Elementary Norwalk | 1.1 mi | 7.0 |
| John H. Glenn High Norwalk | 1.2 mi | 6.7 |
| Wittmann (Helen) Elementary Cerritos | 1.2 mi | 8.8 |
| CPU K12 Academy Santa Fe Springs | 1.1 mi | — |
| Whitney (Gretchen) High Cerritos | 1.3 mi | 8.9 |
| Los Alisos Middle Norwalk | 1.2 mi | 5.5 |
| Saint John of God Norwalk | 1.3 mi | — |
| ST JOHN OF GOD SCHOOL Norwalk | 1.3 mi | 5.2 |
| John H. Nuffer Elementary Norwalk | 1.3 mi | 5.6 |
| Kennedy (John F.) Elementary Artesia | 1.6 mi | 8.3 |
| Carmenita Middle Cerritos | 1.4 mi | 8.5 |
| Juarez (Benito) Elementary Cerritos | 1.5 mi | 6.4 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 90650 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$98,709
Median Home Value
$616,600
Median Rent
$2,014/mo
Population
100,808
College Educated
21.3%
Homeownership
68.1%
Avg Commute
29.4 min
Poverty Rate
9.8%
Median Age
36.5
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| Alpine Vista Tulare, CA | 7.5 |
| Antelope Creek Elementary Rocklin, CA | 7.5 |
| Benjamin Franklin Elementary Riverside, CA | 7.5 |
| Bixby Elementary Long Beach, CA | 7.5 |
| Brandon Elementary Goleta, CA | 7.5 |
| Brooklyn Avenue Los Angeles, CA | 7.5 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about John Dolland Elementary
What grades does John Dolland Elementary serve?
John Dolland Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend John Dolland Elementary?
John Dolland Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 584 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at John Dolland Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at John Dolland Elementary is 23.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does John Dolland Elementary rank in CA?
John Dolland Elementary ranks #2,568 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is John Dolland Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
John Dolland Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.5 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 John Dolland Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, John Dolland Elementary has 48% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 49% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is John Dolland Elementary a charter school?
No, John Dolland Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is John Dolland Elementary a Title I school?
No, John Dolland Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for John Dolland Elementary?
78.4% of students at John Dolland 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
- 584
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 23.4:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 25
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 78.4%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Los Angeles County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 33.0%
- Phone
- (562) 210-2560
Resources & Links
District
Norwalk-La Mirada Unified- District Enrollment
- 15,052
- Schools in District
- 26
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $19,237
- District Rank
- #3 of 25
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