For the 2024 school year, there are 4 public schools serving 1,991 students in Artesia, CA (there are 2 private schools, serving 375 private students). 84% of all K-12 students in Artesia, CA are educated in public schools (compared to the CA state average of 90%).
The top ranked public schools in Artesia, CA are Kennedy (John F.) Elementary School, Burbank (Luther) Elementary School and Ross (Faye) Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Artesia, CA public schools have an average math proficiency score of 33% (versus the California public school average of 33%), and reading proficiency score of 49% (versus the 47% statewide average). Schools in Artesia have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of California public schools.
Minority enrollment is 94% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the California public school average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public Schools in Artesia, CA (2024)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Kennedy (John F.) Elementary School
(Math: 37% | Reading: 52%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
17500 Belshire Ave.
Artesia, CA 90701
(562) 229-7875
Artesia, CA 90701
(562) 229-7875
Grades: K-6
| 405 students
Rank: #22.
Burbank (Luther) Elementary School
(Math: 40% | Reading: 48%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
17711 Roseton Ave.
Artesia, CA 90701
(562) 229-7835
Artesia, CA 90701
(562) 229-7835
Grades: K-6
| 405 students
Rank: #33.
Ross (Faye) Middle School
(Math: 29% | Reading: 50%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
17707 Elaine Ave.
Artesia, CA 90701
(562) 229-7785
Artesia, CA 90701
(562) 229-7785
Grades: 7-8
| 533 students
Rank: #44.
Niemes (John H.) Elementary School
(Math: 32% | Reading: 45%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
16715 Jersey Ave.
Artesia, CA 90701
(562) 229-7890
Artesia, CA 90701
(562) 229-7890
Grades: K-6
| 648 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in Artesia, CA?
The top ranked public schools in Artesia, CA include Kennedy (John F.) Elementary School, Burbank (Luther) Elementary School and Ross (Faye) Middle School.
How many public schools are located in Artesia, CA?
4 public schools are located in Artesia, CA.
What percentage of students in Artesia, CA go to public school?
84% of all K-12 students in Artesia, CA are educated in public schools (compared to the CA state average of 90%).
What is the racial composition of students in Artesia, CA?
Artesia, CA public schools minority enrollment is 94% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the California public schools average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
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