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Ceres Elementary

East Whittier City Elementary · Los Angeles County · 10601 South Ceres Avenue, Whittier, CA 90604-1655

(562) 464-2200 · www.ewcsd.org

8/10
#1514
Rank 1514 out of 5,722
Top 26%
English Language Arts8/10 · #1596 · 72nd percentile
Mathematics8/10 · #1284 · 78th percentile
Science7/10 · #1996 · 64th percentile

English Language Arts

Math Trend

Science Trend

School Overview

Tucked into the quieter, residential pocket of East Whittier, Ceres Elementary sits in one of LA County's more underrated family-friendly neighborhoods — tree-lined streets, a slower pace, and a genuine sense of community that larger cities nearby can't quite replicate. The school performs solidly above the state midpoint, with math being a particular strength, making it a good fit for families who want a dependable neighborhood school without the intensity of more competitive districts. It's the kind of place where kids grow up knowing their teachers and their neighbors at the same time.

Student Demographics

229 students tested · 2024-25 school year

Ethnicity

Hispanic
206 (90%)
White
14 (6%)
American Indian
4 (2%)
Other
7 (3%)

Key Indicators

English Learners39 (17%)
Socioeconomically Disadvantaged163 (71%)
Students with Disabilities26 (11%)

Staff & Teachers(2024-25)

492
Enrollment
23
Teachers (FTE)
21.4:1
Student-Staff Ratio
1
Administrators (FTE)
18.7
Avg Class Size*(2023-24)

Community Enrichment Programs

This supplementary score measures the availability of enrichment programs — such as tutoring, music, dance, sports, and arts — within 3 miles of the school. Schools in communities with more diverse and accessible programs score higher.

Nearby Programs6/10 · #2770 · 54th percentile

121 programs within 3 miles. Ranked among Elementary Schools in California.

Nearby Libraries

No programs found