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#5923 of 9,533 schools in CA
Stowers(cecil B.) Elementary
Elementary School · ABC Unified
13350 Beach St., Cerritos, CA 90703
Enrollment
536
Student-Teacher
31.5:1
Score
5.8
Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Enrollment
536
Student-Teacher
31.5:1
Score
5.8
Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Updated
2022-23
Updated 2022-23
How this school compares
In Cerritos
#15 of 17
public schools
California elementary schools
#3,552 of 5,817
In district
#22 of 30
ABC Unified
Equity
9.3 / 10
Exceptional
About Stowers(cecil B.) Elementary
Stowers (Cecil B.) Elementary serves 536 students in kindergarten through sixth grade in Cerritos, California. With 17 full-time teachers, the school maintains a student-teacher ratio of 31.5 to 1, which is larger than typical but manageable within this well-resourced community setting. The school demonstrates strong academic performance, earning a MySchoolScout rating of 7.5 out of 10 and ranking in the 80th percentile statewide at #1865 out of 9566 California elementary schools.
Students show solid achievement in core subjects, with 68% reaching proficiency in English Language Arts and 63% meeting standards in mathematics. These results reflect the school's commitment to academic excellence and effective instruction. Stowers Elementary is situated in an affluent suburban neighborhood where the median household income reaches $124,240 and 55% of residents hold bachelor's degrees or higher.
The area's low poverty rate of 5.2% and median home values of $860,900 indicate a stable, education-focused community that strongly supports student learning. Located on Beach Street, the school serves families in this prosperous section of Los Angeles County, where the suburban setting provides a safe, family-oriented environment conducive to elementary education.
What Parents Should Know
The student-teacher ratio at Stowers(cecil B.) Elementary is 31.5:1, 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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Stowers(cecil B.) Elementary — Students at Stowers(cecil B.) Elementary score 67% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 53%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
39.7%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)
Based on 14 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: 5.5/10.
How Stowers(cecil B.) Elementary Compares
See how Stowers(cecil B.) Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Performance Trends
Math proficiency has declined from 66% (2019) to 63.95% (2024). Reading/ELA proficiency has declined from 76% (2019) to 69.28% (2024).
Location
13350 Beach St., Cerritos, CA 90703
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Stowers(cecil B.) Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Gonsalves (Joe A.) Elementary (rated 8.0/10, 0.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Wittmann (Helen) Elementary (rated 7.9/10, 0.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Carver (Charles J.) Elementary (rated 7.9/10, 1.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Cerritos, see our Cerritos schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.7 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Carmenita Middle Cerritos | 0.4 mi | 6.3 |
| Gonsalves (Joe A.) Elementary Cerritos | 0.4 mi | 8.0 |
| Whitney (Gretchen) High Cerritos | 0.4 mi | 8.1 |
| Wittmann (Helen) Elementary Cerritos | 0.6 mi | 7.9 |
| Cerritos Elementary Cerritos | 0.8 mi | 7.6 |
| CPU K12 Academy Santa Fe Springs | 0.9 mi | — |
| KINDERCARE LEARNING CENTER Cerritos | 1.0 mi | — |
| Leal (Frank C.) Elementary Cerritos | 1.1 mi | 7.3 |
| Cerritos High Cerritos | 1.2 mi | 7.7 |
| Beacon Day School La Palma | 1.3 mi | — |
| BEACON DAY SCHOOL La Palma | 1.3 mi | 8.0 |
| Kennedy (John F.) Elementary Artesia | 1.3 mi | 6.3 |
| Tracy (Wilbur) High (Continuation) Cerritos | 1.4 mi | 5.7 |
| ABC Secondary (Alternative) Cerritos | 1.4 mi | — |
| SEMITA SCHOOL La Palma | 1.5 mi | — |
| Elliott (William F) Elementary Artesia | 1.5 mi | 4.5 |
| John Dolland Elementary Norwalk | 1.6 mi | 5.9 |
| Carver (Charles J.) Elementary Cerritos | 1.8 mi | 7.9 |
| Steve Luther Elementary La Palma | 2.0 mi | 7.9 |
| Juarez (Benito) Elementary Cerritos | 1.7 mi | 5.3 |
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
Community Profile
The community surrounding Stowers(cecil B.) Elementary has a median household income of $133,300. It is a well-educated community where 57% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $906,500, with a median rent of $2,910/month. The local poverty rate of 6.1% is relatively low. The average commute for residents is 33 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
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| Abraham Lincoln Elementary Colton, CA | 5.8 |
| Alisal Elementary Pleasanton, CA | 5.8 |
| Alpine Elementary Littlerock, CA | 5.8 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Stowers(cecil B.) Elementary
What grades does Stowers(cecil B.) Elementary serve?
Stowers(cecil B.) Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 6th.
How many students attend Stowers(cecil B.) Elementary?
Stowers(cecil B.) Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 536 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Stowers(cecil B.) Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Stowers(cecil B.) Elementary is 31.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Stowers(cecil B.) Elementary rank in CA?
Stowers(cecil B.) Elementary is ranked #5923 out of 9,533 schools in CA.
What is Stowers(cecil B.) Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Stowers(cecil B.) Elementary has a composite rating of 5.8 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 Stowers(cecil B.) Elementary?
Based on the most recent state assessment data, Stowers(cecil B.) Elementary has 64.7% math proficiency and 72.0% reading/ELA proficiency.
Is Stowers(cecil B.) Elementary a charter school?
No, Stowers(cecil B.) Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Stowers(cecil B.) Elementary a Title I school?
No, Stowers(cecil B.) Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Stowers(cecil B.) Elementary?
39.7% of students at Stowers(cecil B.) 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
- City Safety
- High (5,683/100K)
FBI UCR 2024. City-level (Cerritos). Data >1 year old.
Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 6th
- Enrollment
- 536
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 31.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 17
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 39.7%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Los Angeles County
- Phone
- (562) 229-7905
- Data Year
- 2023–2024
Resources & Links
District
ABC Unified- District Enrollment
- 18,081
- Schools in District
- 31
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $17,234
- District Rank
- #22 of 30
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