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#4357 of 9,539 schools in CA
Top 46% in state
Julia B. Morrison Elementary
Elementary School · Norwalk-La Mirada Unified
13510 South Maidstone, Norwalk, CA 90650
Enrollment
558
Student-Teacher
24.3:1
Score
6.6
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
558
Student-Teacher
24.3:1
Score
6.6
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#4,357 of 9,539
In Norwalk
#12 of 21
public schools
In district
#12 of 25
Norwalk-La Mirada Unified
Equity
8.7 / 10
Excellent
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About Julia B. Morrison Elementary
Julia B. Morrison Elementary is a public elementary school in Norwalk, CA, part of Norwalk-La Mirada Unified. Julia B.
Morrison Elementary serves approximately 558 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 24.3:1 student-teacher ratio. Julia B. Morrison Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.6 out of 10 and ranks #4,357 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Julia B. Morrison Elementary show 52% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 57% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 6.6 · Average
- District avg 5.9
- CA avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
Julia B. Morrison Elementary runs 24.3:1 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.
36% of students at Julia B. Morrison 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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Julia B. Morrison Elementary — Students at Julia B. Morrison Elementary score 49% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 31%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
76.2%
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: 6.3/10.
How Julia B. Morrison Elementary Compares
See how Julia B. Morrison 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
13510 South Maidstone, Norwalk, CA 90650
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Julia B. Morrison Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. William W. Orr Elementary (rated 8.4/10, 0.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Cresson Elementary (rated 8.4/10, 1.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Studebaker Elementary (rated 7.5/10, 1.4 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Norwalk, see our Norwalk schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.4 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| ST JOHN OF GOD SCHOOL Norwalk | 0.3 mi | 5.2 |
| Saint John of God Norwalk | 0.3 mi | — |
| Norwalk High Norwalk | 0.4 mi | 7.5 |
| JOYLAND PRESCHOOL Norwalk | 0.5 mi | — |
| NEW HARVEST CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Norwalk | 0.6 mi | 6.7 |
| New Harvest Christian Norwalk | 0.6 mi | — |
| D. D. Johnston Elementary Norwalk | 0.6 mi | 7.1 |
| LuTEC Norwalk | 0.6 mi | — |
| William W. Orr Elementary Norwalk | 0.8 mi | 8.4 |
| Corvallis Middle Norwalk | 0.7 mi | 5.2 |
| Los Alisos Middle Norwalk | 0.9 mi | 5.5 |
| John H. Nuffer Elementary Norwalk | 0.9 mi | 5.6 |
| Paddison Elementary Norwalk | 1.0 mi | 7.4 |
| New River Elementary Norwalk | 0.9 mi | 4.6 |
| Nettie L. Waite Middle Norwalk | 1.0 mi | 5.7 |
| Loretta Lampton Elementary Norwalk | 1.1 mi | 5.9 |
| Earl E. Edmondson Elementary Norwalk | 1.2 mi | 4.3 |
| Thomas B. Moffitt Elementary Norwalk | 1.1 mi | 4.0 |
| Cresson Elementary Norwalk | 1.4 mi | 8.4 |
| Studebaker Elementary Norwalk | 1.4 mi | 7.5 |
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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| Altadena Elementary Altadena, CA | 6.6 |
| Anderson (Linford L.) Elementary Dixon, CA | 6.6 |
| Annie R. Mitchell Visalia, CA | 6.6 |
| Arroyo Seco Academy Greenfield, CA | 6.6 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Julia B. Morrison Elementary
What grades does Julia B. Morrison Elementary serve?
Julia B. Morrison Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend Julia B. Morrison Elementary?
Julia B. Morrison Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 558 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Julia B. Morrison Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Julia B. Morrison Elementary is 24.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Julia B. Morrison Elementary rank in CA?
Julia B. Morrison Elementary ranks #4,357 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Julia B. Morrison Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Julia B. Morrison Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.6 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 Julia B. Morrison Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Julia B. Morrison Elementary has 52% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 57% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Julia B. Morrison Elementary a charter school?
No, Julia B. Morrison Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Julia B. Morrison Elementary a Title I school?
No, Julia B. Morrison Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Julia B. Morrison Elementary?
76.2% of students at Julia B. Morrison 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 – 5th
- Enrollment
- 558
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 24.3:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 23
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 76.2%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Los Angeles County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 35.7%
- Phone
- (562) 210-3710
Resources & Links
District
Norwalk-La Mirada Unified- District Enrollment
- 15,052
- Schools in District
- 26
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $19,237
- District Rank
- #12 of 25
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