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#1854 of 9,539 schools in CA

Top 19% in state

Stowers(cecil B.) Elementary

Elementary School · ABC Unified

13350 Beach St., Cerritos, CA 90703

Enrollment

536

Student-Teacher

31.5:1

Score

7.8

Grades

Kindergarten – 6th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

California schools

#1,854 of 9,539

In Cerritos

#15 of 17

public schools

In district

#20 of 30

ABC Unified

Equity

9.3 / 10

Excellent

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Stowers(cecil B.) Elementary

7.8/10

Elementary School in Cerritos · grades Kindergarten – 6th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Stowers(cecil B.) Elementary

Stowers(cecil B.) Elementary is a public elementary school in Cerritos, CA, part of ABC Unified. Stowers(cecil B.) Elementary serves approximately 536 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-6th, and has a 31.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Stowers(cecil B.) Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.8 out of 10 and ranks #1,854 of 9,539 schools in CA.

Structured state assessment records for Stowers(cecil B.) Elementary show 68% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 73% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

How it comparesOn par with district
  • This school 7.8 · Very Good
  • District avg 7.8
  • CA avg 6.2

What Parents Should Know

Stowers(cecil B.) Elementary runs 31.5:1 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.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress8.9Excellent50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-0.4 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2024
TrendStable
Academics9.2Excellent30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency64% (2024 CAASPP)
Reading/ELA Proficiency69.3% (2024 CAASPP)
Math vs. State Avg+18.2 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+26.5 pts
Overall Proficiency67% (2024 CAASPP, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)52% (model expectation from 2024 CAASPP)
vs. Expected+14.6 pts
Adjusted Percentile87th
Resources & Environment3.2Needs Improvement20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio31.5:1
Per-Pupil Spending$17,234
Chronic Absenteeism11%

Stowers(cecil B.) Elementary — Students at Stowers(cecil B.) Elementary score 67% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 52%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

39.7%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)

Math Proficiency 67.8% (multi-year average, 2009-2024)
School
State
38.4% (2024 CAASPP)
ELA Proficiency 72.8% (multi-year average, 2009-2024)
School
State
45.4% (2024 CAASPP)

Based on 36 test records from CA state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

→ Stable

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
80%
ELA
72%
2010
Math
82%
ELA
76%
2011
Math
78%
ELA
73%
2012
Math
77%
ELA
70%
2014
Math
54%
ELA
63%
2015
Math
65%
ELA
72%
2016
Math
68%
ELA
71%
2017
Math
64%
ELA
71%
2018
Math
66%
ELA
76%
2019
Math
66%
ELA
76%
2020*
Math
69.5%
ELA
90%
2021*
Math
69.5%
ELA
90%
2022
Math
65%
ELA
73.2%
2024
Math
63.4%
ELA
67.6%

* 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: 8.9/10.

How Stowers(cecil B.) Elementary Compares

See how Stowers(cecil B.) Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
7.8/10
81th percentile in CA
Academic
9.2/10
Excellent
Growth
8.9/10
Excellent
Environment
3.2/10
Needs Improvement
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
40%
Teaching Staff
32:1 student-teacher ratio
17 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
11.0%

Programs & Offerings

Gifted & Talented Program Available
This school offers a gifted and talented program for qualifying students. · CRDC 2021-22

Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more

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. Carver (Charles J.) Elementary (rated 8.9/10, 1.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Gonsalves (Joe A.) Elementary (rated 8.8/10, 0.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Wittmann (Helen) Elementary (rated 8.8/10, 0.6 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 8.5
Gonsalves (Joe A.) Elementary Cerritos 0.4 mi 8.8
Whitney (Gretchen) High Cerritos 0.4 mi 8.9
Wittmann (Helen) Elementary Cerritos 0.6 mi 8.8
Cerritos Elementary Cerritos 0.8 mi 7.9
CPU K12 Academy Santa Fe Springs 0.9 mi
KINDERCARE LEARNING CENTER Cerritos 1.0 mi
Leal (Frank C.) Elementary Cerritos 1.1 mi 8.5
Cerritos High Cerritos 1.2 mi 8.4
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 8.3
Tracy (Wilbur) High (Continuation) Cerritos 1.4 mi 6.9
ABC Secondary (Alternative) Cerritos 1.4 mi
SEMITA SCHOOL La Palma 1.5 mi
Elliott (William F) Elementary Artesia 1.5 mi 6.7
John Dolland Elementary Norwalk 1.6 mi 7.5
Carver (Charles J.) Elementary Cerritos 1.8 mi 8.9
Steve Luther Elementary La Palma 2.0 mi 8.0
Juarez (Benito) Elementary Cerritos 1.7 mi 6.4

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

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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 ranks #1,854 of 9,539 schools in CA.

What is Stowers(cecil B.) Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?

Stowers(cecil B.) Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.8 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 Stowers(cecil B.) Elementary?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Stowers(cecil B.) Elementary has 68% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 73% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

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

Walk Score
59 Somewhat Walkable
Bike Score
52 Bikeable

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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
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
11.0%

District

ABC Unified
District Enrollment
18,081
Schools in District
31
Per-Pupil Spending
$17,234
District Rank
#20 of 30

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