Arturo Sanchez Elementary School

11960 East 162nd St.
Norwalk, CA 90650
(School attendance zone shown in map)
5/
10
Bottom 50%
Serving 239 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Arturo Sanchez Elementary School ranks in the bottom 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 30-34% (which is approximately equal to the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30-34% (which is lower than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 24:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).

Quick Facts (2026)

  • Grades: Kindergarten-5
  • Enrollment: 239 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 24:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 98%
  • : Bottom 50% in CA
  • : 30-34% (Top 50%)
  • : 30-34% (Btm 50%)
  • : 11-19% (Btm 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education

School Overview

Arturo Sanchez Elementary School's student population of 239 students has declined by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 10 teachers has declined by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
239 students
Total Classroom Teachers
10 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
Together, we can create a nurturing environment that empowers our students to reach their fullest potential.

School Rankings

Arturo Sanchez Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Arturo Sanchez Elementary School is 0.12, 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.
This School
State Level (CA)
#5280 out of 9523 schools
(Bottom 50%)
30-34%
34%
30-34%
47%
11-19%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
24:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
3%
12%
Hispanic
94%
56%
Black
n/a
5%
White
2%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
0.12
(22-23)
32.6%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
86%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
8%
School Statewide Testing
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Arturo Sanchez Elementary School's ranking?
Arturo Sanchez Elementary School is ranked #5280 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in California.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30-34% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 30-34% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Arturo Sanchez Elementary School?
239 students attend Arturo Sanchez Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
94% of Arturo Sanchez Elementary School students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Asian, 2% of students are White, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Arturo Sanchez Elementary School?
Arturo Sanchez Elementary School has a student ration of 24:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Arturo Sanchez Elementary School offer ?
Arturo Sanchez Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Arturo Sanchez Elementary School part of?
Arturo Sanchez Elementary School is part of Norwalk-La Mirada Unified School District.

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Quick Facts (2026)

  • Grades: Kindergarten-5
  • Enrollment: 239 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 24:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 98%
  • : Bottom 50%
  • : 30-34% (Top 50%)
  • : 30-34% (Btm 50%)
  • : 11-19% (Btm 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education

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