Best Artesia Public Schools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there are 4 public schools serving 1,957 students in Artesia, CA (there are 2 private schools, serving 360 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 38% (versus the California public school average of 34%), 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 96% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the California public school average of 80% (majority Hispanic).

Best Public Schools in Artesia, CA (2026)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Kennedy (John F.) Elementary School
(Math: 43% | Reading: 52%)
Rank:
8/
10
Top 30%
17500 Belshire Ave.
Artesia, CA 90701
(562) 229-7875
Gr: K-6 | 372 students Student-teacher ratio: 21:1 Minority enrollment: 95%
Rank: #22.
Burbank (Luther) Elementary School
(Math: 41% | Reading: 48%)
Rank:
7/
10
Top 50%
17711 Roseton Ave.
Artesia, CA 90701
(562) 229-7835
Gr: K-6 | 417 students Student-teacher ratio: 25:1 Minority enrollment: 95%
Rank: #33.
Ross (Faye) Middle School
(Math: 32% | Reading: 50%)
Rank:
7/
10
Top 50%
17707 Elaine Ave.
Artesia, CA 90701
(562) 229-7785
Gr: 7-8 | 520 students Student-teacher ratio: 23:1 Minority enrollment: 94%
Rank: #44.
Niemes (John H.) Elementary School
(Math: 40% | Reading: 45%)
Rank:
7/
10
Top 50%
16715 Jersey Ave.
Artesia, CA 90701
(562) 229-7890
Gr: K-6 | 648 students Student-teacher ratio: 25:1 Minority enrollment: 98%

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public schools in Artesia, CA?
How many public schools are located in Artesia?
4 public schools are located in Artesia.
What percentage of students in Artesia go to public school?
84% of all K-12 students in Artesia are educated in public schools (compared to the CA state average of 90%).
What is the racial composition of students in Artesia?
Artesia public schools minority enrollment is 96% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the California public schools average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Which public schools in Artesia are often viewed compared to one another?
Popular comparisons of public schools in Artesia include: Niemes (John H.) Elementary School vs. Burbank (Luther) Elementary School

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