Needs Improvement
#8705 of 9,539 schools in CA
Los Cerritos
Elementary School · Paramount Unified
14626 Gundry Ave., Paramount, CA 90723
Enrollment
350
Student-Teacher
23.3:1
Score
3.9
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
350
Student-Teacher
23.3:1
Score
3.9
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#8,705 of 9,539
In Paramount
#14 of 14
public schools
In district
#18 of 18
Paramount Unified
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Los Cerritos
Elementary School in Paramount · grades Kindergarten – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Los Cerritos
Los Cerritos is a public elementary school in Paramount, CA, part of Paramount Unified. Los Cerritos serves approximately 350 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 23.3:1 student-teacher ratio. Los Cerritos has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.9 out of 10 and ranks #8,705 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Los Cerritos show 40% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 37% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 3.9 · Needs Improvement
- District avg 5.7
- CA avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
Los Cerritos 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.
47% of students at Los Cerritos 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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Los Cerritos — Students at Los Cerritos score 28% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 19%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
97.4%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)
Based on 36 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: 2.0/10.
How Los Cerritos Compares
See how Los Cerritos 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
14626 Gundry Ave., Paramount, CA 90723
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Los Cerritos may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Clinton William Jefferson (rated 7.3/10, 0.6 miles away, in nearby Compton), which scores notably higher. Another option is Hollydale (rated 7.1/10, 1.2 miles away, in nearby South Gate), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Howard Tanner (rated 6.9/10, 0.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Paramount, see our Paramount schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.1 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Howard Tanner Paramount | 0.2 mi | 6.9 |
| INTER-TRIBAL Family Of Nations Day School Program Paramount | 0.4 mi | — |
| Calvary Christian Academy of Compton Paramount | 0.6 mi | — |
| Mark Keppel Paramount | 0.6 mi | 4.7 |
| Clinton William Jefferson Compton | 0.6 mi | 7.3 |
| Frank J. Zamboni Paramount | 0.7 mi | 6.6 |
| Manuel Dominguez High Compton | 0.7 mi | 7.8 |
| Cesar Chavez Continuation High Compton | 0.7 mi | 5.5 |
| Thurgood Marshall Compton | 0.7 mi | 7.6 |
| Paramount Unified Community Day Paramount | 0.8 mi | — |
| Our Lady of the Rosary School Paramount | 0.8 mi | — |
| OUR LADY OF THE ROSARY SCHOOL Paramount | 0.8 mi | 5.3 |
| Janie P. Abbott Elementary Lynwood | 1.0 mi | 6.7 |
| Whaley Middle Compton | 0.9 mi | 8.1 |
| Leona Jackson Paramount | 1.1 mi | 6.5 |
| Paramount Park Middle Paramount | 0.9 mi | 7.3 |
| Wesley Gaines Paramount | 1.1 mi | 6.8 |
| Hollydale South Gate | 1.2 mi | 7.1 |
| Paramount Virtual Academy Paramount | 1.0 mi | — |
| Abraham Lincoln Paramount | 1.1 mi | 5.5 |
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
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| A. J. Dorsa Elementary San Jose, CA | 3.9 |
| A. M. Winn Waldorf-Inspired Sacramento, CA | 3.9 |
| Albert Schweitzer Elementary Carmichael, CA | 3.9 |
| Aspire Vincent Shalvey Academy Oakland, CA | 3.9 |
| Boone Elementary San Diego, CA | 3.9 |
| Boulder Oaks Elementary Alpine, CA | 3.9 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Los Cerritos
What grades does Los Cerritos serve?
Los Cerritos serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend Los Cerritos?
Los Cerritos has an enrollment of approximately 350 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Los Cerritos?
The student-teacher ratio at Los Cerritos 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 Los Cerritos rank in CA?
Los Cerritos ranks #8,705 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Los Cerritos's MySchoolScout rating?
Los Cerritos has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.9 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 Los Cerritos?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Los Cerritos has 40% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 37% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Los Cerritos a charter school?
No, Los Cerritos is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Los Cerritos a Title I school?
No, Los Cerritos is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Los Cerritos?
97.4% of students at Los Cerritos 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
- 350
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 23.3:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 15
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 97.4%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Los Angeles County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 46.6%
- Phone
- (562) 602-8040
Resources & Links
District
Paramount Unified- District Enrollment
- 12,042
- Schools in District
- 20
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $21,321
- District Rank
- #18 of 18
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