For the 2025 school year, there are 3 public elementary schools serving 1,437 students in Artesia, CA.
The top ranked public elementary schools in Artesia, CA are Kennedy (John F.) Elementary School, Burbank (Luther) Elementary School and Niemes (John H.) Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Artesia, CA public elementary schools have an average math proficiency score of 36% (versus the California public elementary school average of 35%), and reading proficiency score of 48% (versus the 45% statewide average). Elementary schools in Artesia have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of California public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 96% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the California public elementary school average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public Elementary Schools in Artesia, CA (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Kennedy (John F.) Elementary School
(Math: 37% | Reading: 52%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
17500 Belshire Ave.
Artesia, CA 90701
(562) 229-7875
Artesia, CA 90701
(562) 229-7875
Grades: K-6
| 372 students
Rank: #22.
Burbank (Luther) Elementary School
(Math: 40% | Reading: 48%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
17711 Roseton Ave.
Artesia, CA 90701
(562) 229-7835
Artesia, CA 90701
(562) 229-7835
Grades: K-6
| 417 students
Rank: #33.
Niemes (John H.) Elementary School
(Math: 32% | Reading: 45%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
16715 Jersey Ave.
Artesia, CA 90701
(562) 229-7890
Artesia, CA 90701
(562) 229-7890
Grades: K-6
| 648 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in Artesia, CA?
The top ranked public elementary schools in Artesia, CA include Kennedy (John F.) Elementary School, Burbank (Luther) Elementary School and Niemes (John H.) Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in Artesia?
3 public elementary schools are located in Artesia.
What is the racial composition of students in Artesia?
Artesia public elementary schools minority enrollment is 96% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the California public elementary schools average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
Which public elementary schools in Artesia are often viewed compared to one another?
Popular comparisons of public elementary schools in Artesia include: Niemes (John H.) Elementary School vs. Burbank (Luther) Elementary School
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