Very Good
#2789 of 9,533 schools in CA
Top 29% in state
Tetzlaff (martin B.) Middle
Middle School · ABC Unified
12351 East Del Amo Blvd., Cerritos, CA 90703
Enrollment
540
Student-Teacher
24.5:1
Score
7.2
Grades
7th – 8th
Enrollment
540
Student-Teacher
24.5:1
Score
7.2
Grades
7th – 8th
Updated
2022-23
Updated 2022-23
How this school compares
In Cerritos
#12 of 17
public schools
California middle schools
#359 of 1,349
In district
#15 of 30
ABC Unified
Equity
9.2 / 10
Exceptional
About Tetzlaff (martin B.) Middle
Tetzlaff (Martin B.) Middle School serves 540 students in grades 7 and 8 in the suburban community of Cerritos, California. With 22 full-time teachers, the school maintains a student-teacher ratio of 24.5:1, providing a structured learning environment for early adolescents navigating their middle school years. The school demonstrates solid academic performance, earning a MySchoolScout rating of 7.6 out of 10 and ranking in the 82nd percentile statewide at #1,711 among California's 9,566 schools.
Students show particular strength in English Language Arts, with 69% achieving proficiency or above across grade levels. In mathematics, 53% of students meet or exceed proficiency standards, indicating steady progress in this critical subject area. Located on East Del Amo Boulevard, Tetzlaff Middle sits within an affluent suburban neighborhood where the median household income reaches $124,240 and 55% of residents hold bachelor's degrees or higher.
The surrounding community maintains a low poverty rate of 5.2% and features median home values of $860,900, reflecting the area's economic stability. The school operates within Cerritos's large suburban setting in Los Angeles County, serving families in a well-established community known for its educational focus and residential character.
What Parents Should Know
The student-teacher ratio at Tetzlaff (martin B.) Middle is 24.5:1, 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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Tetzlaff (martin B.) Middle — Students at Tetzlaff (martin B.) Middle score 61% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 43%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
55.9%
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.
* 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: 7.4/10.
How Tetzlaff (martin B.) Middle Compares
See how Tetzlaff (martin B.) Middle performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Performance Trends
Math proficiency has remained stable from 53% (2019) to 52.85% (2024). Reading/ELA proficiency has remained stable from 68% (2019) to 68.82% (2024).
Location
12351 East Del Amo Blvd., Cerritos, CA 90703
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Tetzlaff (martin B.) Middle may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Haskell (Pliny Fisk) Middle (rated 7.2/10, 1.1 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, Fedde (Pharis F.) Middle (rated 5.3/10, 1.0 miles away, in nearby Hawaiian Gardens), a more accessible option. For more schools in Cerritos, see our Cerritos schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.4 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Palms Elementary Lakewood | 0.3 mi | 6.8 |
| Artesia High Lakewood | 0.3 mi | 5.4 |
| Carver (Charles J.) Elementary Cerritos | 0.6 mi | 7.9 |
| Nixon (Patricia) Elementary Cerritos | 0.5 mi | 6.9 |
| Melbourne (Ella P.) Elementary Lakewood | 0.8 mi | 5.4 |
| Willow Elementary Lakewood | 0.9 mi | 3.8 |
| Fedde (Pharis F.) Middle Hawaiian Gardens | 1.0 mi | 5.3 |
| Steve Luther Elementary La Palma | 1.0 mi | 7.9 |
| Elliott (William F) Elementary Artesia | 1.2 mi | 4.5 |
| OUR LADY OF FATIMA SCHOOL Artesia | 1.1 mi | 6.2 |
| Cerritos High Cerritos | 1.2 mi | 7.7 |
| Leal (Frank C.) Elementary Cerritos | 1.1 mi | 7.3 |
| Our Lady of Fatima Artesia | 1.2 mi | — |
| Aloha Elementary Lakewood | 1.2 mi | 8.1 |
| Haskell (Pliny Fisk) Middle Cerritos | 1.1 mi | 7.2 |
| MONTESSORI HOUSE OF CHILDREN Artesia | 1.3 mi | — |
| Bragg Elementary Cerritos | 1.3 mi | 7.7 |
| Furgeson (Venn W.) Elementary Hawaiian Gardens | 1.6 mi | 4.7 |
| Los Coyotes Elementary La Palma | 1.3 mi | 6.8 |
| CYPRESS MONTESSORI ACADEMY Cypress | 1.4 mi | — |
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 Tetzlaff (martin B.) Middle 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.
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Charles Drew Middle Los Angeles, CA | 7.2 |
| Col. J. K. Tuffree Middle Placentia, CA | 7.2 |
| Diablo View Middle Clayton, CA | 7.2 |
| Elizabeth Terronez Middle Fresno, CA | 7.2 |
| Haskell (Pliny Fisk) Middle Cerritos, CA | 7.2 |
| Hubert Howe Bancroft Middle Los Angeles, CA | 7.2 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Tetzlaff (martin B.) Middle
What grades does Tetzlaff (martin B.) Middle serve?
Tetzlaff (martin B.) Middle serves students in grades 7th through 8th.
How many students attend Tetzlaff (martin B.) Middle?
Tetzlaff (martin B.) Middle has an enrollment of approximately 540 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Tetzlaff (martin B.) Middle?
The student-teacher ratio at Tetzlaff (martin B.) Middle is 24.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Tetzlaff (martin B.) Middle rank in CA?
Tetzlaff (martin B.) Middle is ranked #2789 out of 9,533 schools in CA.
What is Tetzlaff (martin B.) Middle's MySchoolScout rating?
Tetzlaff (martin B.) Middle has a composite rating of 7.2 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 Tetzlaff (martin B.) Middle?
Based on the most recent state assessment data, Tetzlaff (martin B.) Middle has 60.3% math proficiency and 72.9% reading/ELA proficiency.
Is Tetzlaff (martin B.) Middle a charter school?
No, Tetzlaff (martin B.) Middle is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Tetzlaff (martin B.) Middle a Title I school?
No, Tetzlaff (martin B.) Middle is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Tetzlaff (martin B.) Middle?
55.9% of students at Tetzlaff (martin B.) Middle 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
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 7th – 8th
- Enrollment
- 540
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 24.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 22
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 55.9%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Los Angeles County
- Phone
- (562) 229-7795
- Data Year
- 2023–2024
Resources & Links
District
ABC Unified- District Enrollment
- 18,081
- Schools in District
- 31
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $17,234
- District Rank
- #15 of 30
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