Excellent
#974 of 9,539 schools in CA
Top 10% in state
William W. Orr Elementary
Elementary School · Little Lake City Elementary
12130 South Jersey Ave., Norwalk, CA 90650
Enrollment
356
Student-Teacher
18.7:1
Score
8.4
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
356
Student-Teacher
18.7:1
Score
8.4
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#974 of 9,539
In Norwalk
#3 of 21
public schools
In district
#4 of 9
Little Lake City Elementary
Equity
9.9 / 10
Excellent
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About William W. Orr Elementary
William W. Orr Elementary is a public elementary school in Norwalk, CA, part of Little Lake City Elementary. William W.
Orr Elementary serves approximately 356 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 18.7:1 student-teacher ratio. William W. Orr Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.4 out of 10 and ranks #974 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for William W. Orr Elementary show 53% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 61% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
What's said publicly about William W. Orr Elementary
Synthesized from public, attributable sources. Updated May 2026.
Sources (1)
- This school 8.4 · Excellent
- District avg 7.6
- CA avg 6.2
Score Breakdown
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William W. Orr Elementary — Students at William W. Orr Elementary score 64% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 28%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
81.5%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)
Based on 32 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: 7.4/10.
How William W. Orr Elementary Compares
See how William W. Orr Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
12130 South Jersey Ave., Norwalk, CA 90650
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering William W. Orr Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Cresson Elementary (rated 8.4/10, 0.5 miles away), with a very similar rating. Another option is Lakeland Elementary (rated 7.8/10, 0.8 miles away), with a comparable rating. Additionally, Studebaker Elementary (rated 7.5/10, 0.9 miles away), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Norwalk, see our Norwalk schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.3 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| JOYLAND PRESCHOOL Norwalk | 0.4 mi | — |
| New Harvest Christian Norwalk | 0.4 mi | — |
| NEW HARVEST CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Norwalk | 0.4 mi | 6.7 |
| Cresson Elementary Norwalk | 0.5 mi | 8.4 |
| Paddison Elementary Norwalk | 0.6 mi | 7.4 |
| Julia B. Morrison Elementary Norwalk | 0.8 mi | 6.6 |
| St. Pius X Parish School Santa Fe Springs | 0.9 mi | — |
| Lakeland Elementary Norwalk | 0.8 mi | 7.8 |
| ST PIUS X PARISH SCHOOL Santa Fe Springs | 0.9 mi | 5.4 |
| Lakeside Middle Norwalk | 0.8 mi | 8.8 |
| Santa Fe Springs Christian School Santa Fe Springs | 1.0 mi | — |
| Norwalk High Norwalk | 1.0 mi | 7.5 |
| Studebaker Elementary Norwalk | 0.9 mi | 7.5 |
| D. D. Johnston Elementary Norwalk | 1.0 mi | 7.1 |
| ST JOHN OF GOD SCHOOL Norwalk | 1.1 mi | 5.2 |
| Saint John of God Norwalk | 1.1 mi | — |
| SANTA FE SPRINGS CHRISTIAN Santa Fe Springs | 1.1 mi | 5.5 |
| Lake Center Middle Santa Fe Springs | 1.2 mi | 8.6 |
| Santa Fe High Santa Fe Springs | 1.3 mi | 7.9 |
| Corvallis Middle Norwalk | 1.3 mi | 5.2 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 90650 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$98,709
Median Home Value
$616,600
Median Rent
$2,014/mo
Population
100,808
College Educated
21.3%
Homeownership
68.1%
Avg Commute
29.4 min
Poverty Rate
9.8%
Median Age
36.5
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Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Ada Clegg Elementary Huntington Beach, CA | 8.4 |
| Anaheim Hills Elementary Anaheim, CA | 8.4 |
| Ashley Falls Elementary San Diego, CA | 8.4 |
| Braly Elementary Sunnyvale, CA | 8.4 |
| Buena Vista Elementary Carlsbad, CA | 8.4 |
| C L Smith Elementary San Luis Obispo, CA | 8.4 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about William W. Orr Elementary
What grades does William W. Orr Elementary serve?
William W. Orr Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend William W. Orr Elementary?
William W. Orr Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 356 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at William W. Orr Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at William W. Orr Elementary is 18.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does William W. Orr Elementary rank in CA?
William W. Orr Elementary ranks #974 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is William W. Orr Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
William W. Orr Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.4 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 William W. Orr Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, William W. Orr Elementary has 53% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 61% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is William W. Orr Elementary a charter school?
No, William W. Orr Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is William W. Orr Elementary a Title I school?
No, William W. Orr Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for William W. Orr Elementary?
81.5% of students at William W. Orr 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.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 5th
- Enrollment
- 356
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 18.7:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 19
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 81.5%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Los Angeles County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 26.7%
- Phone
- (562) 868-7988
Resources & Links
District
Little Lake City Elementary- District Enrollment
- 3,656
- Schools in District
- 9
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $20,951
- District Rank
- #4 of 9
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