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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

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

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress5.5Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data3
Annual Change-1.27 pts/yr
Data Period2019–2024
TrendDeclining
Academics9.2Exceptional30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency64%
Reading/ELA Proficiency69.3%
Math vs. State Avg+18.2 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+26.5 pts
Overall Proficiency67%
Expected (poverty-adj.)53%
vs. Expected+14.0 pts
Adjusted Percentile87th
College ReadinessNot Available

Data not available for this school

Resources & Environment1.7Significantly Below Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio31.5:1
Per-Pupil Spending$15,064

Stowers(cecil B.) Elementary — Students at Stowers(cecil B.) Elementary score 67% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 53%).

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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 64.7%
School
State
38.4%
ELA Proficiency 72.0%
School
State
45.4%

Based on 14 test records from CA state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

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

2019
Math
66%
ELA
76%
2021*
Math
69.5%
ELA
90%
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: 5.5/10.

How Stowers(cecil B.) Elementary Compares

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

Overall Score
5.8/10
38th percentile in CA
Academic
9.2/10
9.2/10
Growth
5.5/10
Above average
Environment
1.7/10
Below average

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
40%
Teaching Staff
32:1 student-teacher ratio
17 teachers

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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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
Data Year
2023–2024

District

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

How We Rate Schools

Every school receives a composite score from 1 to 10 based on four pillars: Academic Performance (50%), Student Growth (20%), Equity (15%), and Learning Environment (15%). Scores are built from publicly available data including standardized test results, enrollment figures, and school climate indicators.

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