CERRITOS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

Cerritos Elementary is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the Glendale Unified school district, located in Glendale, CA with about 398 students offering grade levels from Kindergarten to 6th Grade. A Title I school provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families. Its purpose is to provide all children significant opportunity to receive a fair, equitable, and high-quality education. With about 15 teachers, Cerritos Elementary has a student/teacher ratio of about 26:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.

Cerritos Elementary School, located in the vibrant city of Glendale, California, serves as a foundational academic institution within the Glendale Unified School District. The school is committed to fostering a supportive and inclusive learning environment that emphasizes both rigorous academic standards and the social-emotional development of its students. By integrating traditional curriculum with modern pedagogical strategies, Cerritos aims to prepare its diverse student body for future educational success while encouraging a lifelong love of learning.

Beyond its classroom instruction, Cerritos Elementary is deeply rooted in the local community, often serving as a central hub for family engagement and collaborative learning. The school prioritizes a strong home-school partnership, encouraging parental involvement to enhance the educational experience. With a focus on cultivating critical thinking, creativity, and character, the school strives to empower its young learners to become responsible, well-rounded citizens within a global society.

For more information, contact Cerritos Elementary at (818) 244-7207 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.