Excellent
#1212 of 9,533 schools in CA
Top 13% in state
Point Fermin Elementary
Elementary School · Los Angeles Unified
3333 Kerckhoff Ave., San Pedro, CA 90731
Enrollment
327
Student-Teacher
21.8:1
Score
8.1
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
327
Student-Teacher
21.8:1
Score
8.1
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Updated
2022-23
Updated 2022-23
How this school compares
In San Pedro
#4 of 17
public schools
California elementary schools
#874 of 5,817
In district
#283 of 769
Los Angeles Unified
Equity
9.0 / 10
Exceptional
About Point Fermin Elementary
Point Fermin Elementary serves 327 students in grades kindergarten through fifth in the coastal San Pedro community of Los Angeles County. With 15 full-time equivalent teachers, the school maintains a student-teacher ratio of 21.8 to 1, providing a manageable classroom environment for elementary learners. The school demonstrates strong academic performance, earning a MySchoolScout rating of 7.8 out of 10 and ranking in the 84th percentile statewide at #1516 out of 9566 California elementary schools.
Students show solid proficiency rates with 62% meeting or exceeding standards in English Language Arts and 54% in mathematics across all grade levels tested. Point Fermin Elementary draws families from the diverse San Pedro area, where the median household income is $69,019 and median home values reach $751,400. The surrounding community of 63,431 residents includes 25% of adults with bachelor's degrees or higher, while 15.3% of families live below the poverty line, reflecting the neighborhood's socioeconomic diversity.
Located on Kerckhoff Avenue, the school serves families in this large city setting near the Los Angeles harbor, where the coastal community of San Pedro offers a distinctive neighborhood character within the broader Los Angeles metropolitan area.
What Parents Should Know
The student-teacher ratio at Point Fermin Elementary is 21.8:1, which is higher than the national average. This may mean larger class sizes, so parents should ask about classroom support, teaching assistants, and how the school differentiates instruction for students who need extra help.
Score Breakdown
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Point Fermin Elementary — Students at Point Fermin Elementary score 57% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 41%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
59%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)
Based on 10 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: 7.5/10.
How Point Fermin Elementary Compares
See how Point Fermin Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Performance Trends
Math proficiency has declined from 57% (2019) to 53.21% (2024). Reading/ELA proficiency has remained stable from 62% (2019) to 61.15% (2024).
Location
3333 Kerckhoff Ave., San Pedro, CA 90731
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Point Fermin Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Seventh Street Elementary Arts Integration Magnet (rated 8.9/10, 2.1 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is Barton Hill Elementary (rated 8.3/10, 2.2 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, Crestwood Street STEAM Magnet (rated 8.2/10, 2.8 miles away, in nearby Rancho Palos Verdes), with a very similar rating. For more schools in San Pedro, see our San Pedro schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.2 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 90731 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$71,936
Median Home Value
$808,800
Median Rent
$1,645/mo
Population
62,452
College Educated
25.4%
Homeownership
32.7%
Avg Commute
30.8 min
Poverty Rate
16%
Median Age
38.8
Community Profile
The community surrounding Point Fermin Elementary has a median household income of $71,936. It is an area where 25% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $808,800, with a median rent of $1,645/month. The area has a poverty rate of 16.0%. The average commute for residents is 31 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
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| School | Rating |
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| Addison Elementary Palo Alto, CA | 8.1 |
| Aloha Elementary Lakewood, CA | 8.1 |
| Alvarado Elementary Signal Hill, CA | 8.1 |
| Aptitud Community Academy at Goss San Jose, CA | 8.1 |
| Bell Hill Academy Grass Valley, CA | 8.1 |
| Bella Vista Elementary Oakland, CA | 8.1 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Point Fermin Elementary
What grades does Point Fermin Elementary serve?
Point Fermin Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend Point Fermin Elementary?
Point Fermin Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 327 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Point Fermin Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Point Fermin Elementary is 21.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Point Fermin Elementary rank in CA?
Point Fermin Elementary is ranked #1212 out of 9,533 schools in CA.
What is Point Fermin Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Point Fermin Elementary has a composite rating of 8.1 out of 10 on MySchoolScout. This score combines academic performance, student growth, and school environment into a single score. Equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at Point Fermin Elementary?
Based on the most recent state assessment data, Point Fermin Elementary has 54.6% math proficiency and 61.6% reading/ELA proficiency.
Is Point Fermin Elementary a charter school?
No, Point Fermin Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Point Fermin Elementary a Title I school?
No, Point Fermin Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Point Fermin Elementary?
59.0% of students at Point Fermin 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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Neighborhood Context
Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 5th
- Enrollment
- 327
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 21.8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 15
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 59.0%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Los Angeles County
- Phone
- (310) 832-2649
- Data Year
- 2023–2024
Resources & Links
District
Los Angeles Unified- District Enrollment
- 419,929
- Schools in District
- 785
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $22,687
- District Rank
- #283 of 769
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