Serving 492 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Ceres Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 50-54% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 59% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 22:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 94% 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: 492 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 22:1
- Minority Enrollment: 94%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 59% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Ceres Elementary serves the southwest part of Whittier, CA, covering an attendance area of approximately 0.6 square miles. Families typically live within a 5-10 minute drive from the school, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 0.8 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Ceres Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Ceres Elementary School's student population of 492 students has grown by 20% over five school years.
The teacher population of 22 teachers has grown by 37% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
492 students
Total Classroom Teachers
22 teachers
School Rankings
Ceres Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Ceres Elementary School is 0.21, 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
#1906 out of 9523 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
59%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
22:1
21:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
2%
12%
Hispanic
89%
56%
Black
n/a
5%
White
6%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)19.9%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
50%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
17%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Ceres Elementary School's ranking?
Ceres Elementary School is ranked #1906 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in California.
What schools are Ceres Elementary School often compared to?
Ceres Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Ocean View Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50-54% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Ceres Elementary School?
492 students attend Ceres Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
89% of Ceres Elementary School students are Hispanic, 6% of students are White, 2% of students are Asian, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Ceres Elementary School?
Ceres Elementary School has a student ration of 22:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Ceres Elementary School offer ?
Ceres Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Ceres Elementary School part of?
Ceres Elementary School is part of East Whittier City Elementary School District.
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