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Gonsalves (Joe A.) Elementary

13650 Park St., Cerritos, CA, 90703

Top 10% School in California

Ranked 227 of 6840 in California

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About Gonsalves (Joe A.) Elementary

Gonsalves (Joe A.) Elementary School is a public school in Cerritos, California, that serves about 560 students in grades K–6. The school keeps the student-teacher ratio at about 23:1, which helps make lessons more focused. The California public elementary school curriculum standards help students grow academically from a young age, with a focus on reading, math, and social skills. Academic data shows that about 77% of students are good at math and about 85% are good at reading. This means that they are doing well in core subjects compared to many other elementary schools and shows it is one of the best elementary school in California Funding per student usually follows the rules for how California public schools spend their money, which helps pay for classroom resources and learning programs. The neighborhood around it is known for having a stable residential area and a good reputation for education in the community. Overall, Gonsalves (Joe A.) Elementary School has consistently good academic results, especially in reading and writing and basic math skills.

Gonsalves (Joe A.) Elementary Contact Information

Address

13650 Park St., Cerritos, CA, 90703

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Phone

(562) 229-7860

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Academic Performance

Subject Proficiency

Mathematics 77%
Reading 85%
State average proficiency is 77% in Math and 85% in Reading.
24
Full-time Teachers
23 : 1
Student-Teacher Ratio
2
Teachers In First Or Second Year (yrs)
560
Total Students
$58409
Avg. Teacher Salary
TOP 227 IN STEM IN STATE

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Jobs that will require STEM in 2030
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More likely to persue STEM Careers
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Recent News & Updates

New Playground Name

We are so excited to announce the name of our new playground! Following a school-wide and Robinson community vote we narrowed a large list of names down to four. Since our students will be using the playground on a daily basis, we gave them the final vote! 476.....

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School Timings

Regular School Hours

All Grades: 8:00 AM to 2:30 PM

Early Dismissal Days

Dismissal Time: 12:15 PM

Note: Doors open at 7:45 AM for student arrival. Please refer to the school calendar for specific early dismissal dates.

After School Activities

Information coming soon

School Session Dates

September to June

School session starts in September 1st week and ends in June 3rd week. For exact dates, please contact the school.

Student Demographics

White 4.46%
Asian 63.93%
Hispanic 18.39%
Black 4.29%
Two+ Races 8.04%
Native Am. 0.36%
White
4.46%
Asian
63.93%
Hispanic
18.39%
Black
4.29%
Two+ Races
8.04%
Native Am.
0.36%

Gender Distribution

Total Students: 560
45.18%
253 Female
54.82%
307 Male

Student Population

560 Students

With a student-teacher ratio of 23 : 1

Minority Enrollment

25%

Percentage of minority students

Remarkable Alumni

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Latest News

Joe A. Gonsalves Elementary in Cerritos is getting attention for its academic excellence after being named in California Distinguished School. This award honors schools that do well and make progress on a number of educational indicators. Educators, families, and district leaders have praised this success as proof of Gonsalves' effective teaching methods, active community involvement, and focus on both academic and personal growth.

FAQ

Q1. Does the school teach art and music?

Ans. Yes, students can take part in basic art and music classes.

Q2. Are there programs that help with schoolwork after school?

Ans. Yes, there may be extra help with learning available after school.

Q3. Does the school offer physical education or sports classes?

Ans. Yes, students learn by doing things that are good for their health and fitness.

Q4. Can students get help with counseling?

Ans. Yes, counseling services help students grow both academically and personally.

Q5. How does the school talk to parents?

Ans. The school uses meetings, emails, and other official school communication tools.

Games & Extracurricular Activities

Sports

  • Soccer Club Grades 1-3 | Mon/Wed 3:30-4:30pm
  • Basketball Grades 2-4 | Tue/Thu 3:30-4:45pm
  • Track & Field Grades 3-5 | Fri 3:30-5:00pm

Arts

  • Art Club Grades K-2 | Mon 3:00-4:00pm
  • Drama Club Grades 3-5 | Wed 3:30-5:00pm
  • Choir Grades 2-5 | Thu 3:15-4:15pm

Clubs

  • Chess Club Grades 2-5 | Fri 3:15-4:15pm
  • Garden Club All Grades | Tue 3:15-4:00pm
  • Robotics Club Grades 3-5 | Thu 3:30-5:00pm

Note: Schedules may change during school holidays. Please contact School for exact Schedule.

Summer Suggested Reading

Horn Book Selections

Vocabulary.com +3 Horn Book +3 What to Read to Your Kids +3
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Maggie Lou, Firefox

by Arnolda Dufour Bowes

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The Puppets of Spelhorst

by Kate DiCamillo

MLV

The Mona Lisa Vanishes

by Nicholas Day

Vocabulary.com Top Picks

Penguin Random House +10 Vocabulary.com +10 Wikipedia +10
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Frindle

by Andrew Clements

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The Wild Robot

by Peter Brown

JGP

James and the Giant Peach

by Roald Dahl

Penguin Random House Features

Horn Book +2 Penguin Random House +2 The Guardian +2
SLB

The Secret Language of Birds

by Lynne Kelly

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The Swifts: A Dictionary of Scoundrels

by Beth Lincoln

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