Serving 309 students in grades Kindergarten-6, Albert Baxter Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 40-44% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45-49% (which is approximately equal to the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 21:1 is equal to the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 97% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 309 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 21:1
- Minority Enrollment: 97%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-29% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Albert Baxter Elementary serves the northwest part of Bellflower, CA, covering an area of approximately 0.5 square miles. The typical drive to the school from within the zone takes about 5-10 minutes, with the furthest edge located around 0.7 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Albert Baxter Elementary School's student population of 309 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 15 teachers has grown by 15% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
Total Students
309 students
Showing 2015–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
15 teachers
Showing 2014–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Albert Baxter Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Albert Baxter Elementary School is 0.37, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.63. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#3301 out of 9523 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2011–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
34%
Showing 2011–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
21:1
21:1
Showing 2014–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
6%
12%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
79%
56%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓
Black
8%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓
White
3%
20%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓
Hawaiian
3%
n/a
Two or more races
1%
6%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)24.9%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
69%
54%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
13%
8%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Navy Blue and Gold
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Albert Baxter Elementary School's ranking?
Albert Baxter Elementary School is ranked #3301 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in California.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40-44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 45-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Albert Baxter Elementary School?
309 students attend Albert Baxter Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
79% of Albert Baxter Elementary School students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Black, 6% of students are Asian, 3% of students are White, 3% of students are Hawaiian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Albert Baxter Elementary School?
Albert Baxter Elementary School has a student ration of 21:1, which is equal to the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Albert Baxter Elementary School offer ?
Albert Baxter Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6
What school district is Albert Baxter Elementary School part of?
Albert Baxter Elementary School is part of Bellflower Unified School District.
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