Serving 350 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Los Cerritos ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 19% (which is lower than the California state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 31% (which is lower than the California state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 22:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 350 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 22:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 31% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Los Cerritos ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Los Cerritos's student population of 350 students has declined by 35% over five school years.
The teacher population of 16 teachers has declined by 33% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
350 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
16 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Los Cerritos ranks within the bottom 50% of all 9,602 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Los Cerritos is 0.04, 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
#6879 out of 9602 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
19%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
31%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
22:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
12%
Hispanic
98%
56%
Black
1%
5%
White
n/a
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
84%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
14%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Los Cerritos's ranking?
Los Cerritos is ranked #6879 out of 9,602 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?
19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CA state average), while 31% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Los Cerritos?
350 students attend Los Cerritos.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
98% of Los Cerritos students are Hispanic, 1% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Los Cerritos?
Los Cerritos has a student ration of 22:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Los Cerritos offer ?
Los Cerritos offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Los Cerritos part of?
Los Cerritos is part of Paramount Unified School District.
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