Excellent
#429 of 9,539 schools in CA
Top 5% in state
Wittmann (helen) Elementary
Elementary School · ABC Unified
16801 Yvette Ave., Cerritos, CA 90703
Enrollment
564
Student-Teacher
28.2:1
Score
8.8
Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Enrollment
564
Student-Teacher
28.2:1
Score
8.8
Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#429 of 9,539
In Cerritos
#4 of 17
public schools
In district
#4 of 30
ABC Unified
Equity
10.0 / 10
Excellent
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Wittmann (helen) Elementary
Elementary School in Cerritos · grades Kindergarten – 6th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Wittmann (helen) Elementary
Wittmann (helen) Elementary is a public elementary school in Cerritos, CA, part of ABC Unified. Wittmann (helen) Elementary serves approximately 564 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-6th, and has a 28.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Wittmann (helen) Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.8 out of 10 and ranks #429 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Wittmann (helen) Elementary show 79% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 85% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 8.8 · Excellent
- District avg 7.8
- CA avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
Wittmann (helen) Elementary runs 28.2:1 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
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Wittmann (helen) Elementary — Students at Wittmann (helen) Elementary score 83% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 52%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
39%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)
Based on 36 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: 9.5/10.
How Wittmann (helen) Elementary Compares
See how Wittmann (helen) 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
16801 Yvette Ave., Cerritos, CA 90703
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Wittmann (helen) Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Carver (Charles J.) Elementary (rated 8.9/10, 1.6 miles away), with a very similar rating. Another option is Gonsalves (Joe A.) Elementary (rated 8.8/10, 0.9 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, ABC Virtual Academy (rated 8.8/10, 1.2 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Cerritos, see our Cerritos schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.5 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Whitney (Gretchen) High Cerritos | 0.2 mi | 8.9 |
| Stowers(Cecil B.) Elementary Cerritos | 0.6 mi | 7.8 |
| Carmenita Middle Cerritos | 0.7 mi | 8.5 |
| Tracy (Wilbur) High (Continuation) Cerritos | 0.8 mi | 6.9 |
| ABC Secondary (Alternative) Cerritos | 0.8 mi | — |
| Kennedy (John F.) Elementary Artesia | 0.8 mi | 8.3 |
| Cerritos High Cerritos | 1.0 mi | 8.4 |
| CPU K12 Academy Santa Fe Springs | 1.0 mi | — |
| Gonsalves (Joe A.) Elementary Cerritos | 0.9 mi | 8.8 |
| Leal (Frank C.) Elementary Cerritos | 1.2 mi | 8.5 |
| Elliott (William F) Elementary Artesia | 1.1 mi | 6.7 |
| John Dolland Elementary Norwalk | 1.2 mi | 7.5 |
| KINDERCARE LEARNING CENTER Cerritos | 1.3 mi | — |
| Juarez (Benito) Elementary Cerritos | 1.2 mi | 6.4 |
| ABC Virtual Academy Cerritos | 1.2 mi | 8.8 |
| Cerritos Elementary Cerritos | 1.3 mi | 7.9 |
| Ross (Faye) Middle Artesia | 1.3 mi | 7.3 |
| Arturo Sanchez Elementary Norwalk | 1.3 mi | 7.0 |
| Carver (Charles J.) Elementary Cerritos | 1.6 mi | 8.9 |
| Earl E. Edmondson Elementary Norwalk | 1.5 mi | 4.3 |
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
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|---|---|
| Almond Elementary Los Altos, CA | 8.8 |
| Alta California Elementary Panorama City, CA | 8.8 |
| Austin Creek Elementary Santa Rosa, CA | 8.8 |
| Bollinger Canyon Elementary San Ramon, CA | 8.8 |
| Brookvale Elementary Fremont, CA | 8.8 |
| Calabash Charter Academy Woodland Hills, CA | 8.8 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Wittmann (helen) Elementary
What grades does Wittmann (helen) Elementary serve?
Wittmann (helen) Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 6th.
How many students attend Wittmann (helen) Elementary?
Wittmann (helen) Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 564 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Wittmann (helen) Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Wittmann (helen) Elementary is 28.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Wittmann (helen) Elementary rank in CA?
Wittmann (helen) Elementary ranks #429 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Wittmann (helen) Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Wittmann (helen) Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.8 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 Wittmann (helen) Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Wittmann (helen) Elementary has 79% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 85% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Wittmann (helen) Elementary a charter school?
No, Wittmann (helen) Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Wittmann (helen) Elementary a Title I school?
No, Wittmann (helen) Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Wittmann (helen) Elementary?
39.0% of students at Wittmann (helen) 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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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 6th
- Enrollment
- 564
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 28.2:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 20
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 39.0%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Los Angeles County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 5.1%
- Phone
- (562) 229-7915
Resources & Links
District
ABC Unified- District Enrollment
- 18,081
- Schools in District
- 31
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $17,234
- District Rank
- #4 of 30
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