Serving 646 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Los Alamitos Elementary School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 67% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 73% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 25:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 78% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 646 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 25:1
- Minority Enrollment: 78%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 67% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 73% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Los Alamitos Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Los Alamitos Elementary School's student population of 646 students has declined by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 26 teachers has declined by 13% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
646 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
26 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Los Alamitos Elementary School ranks within the top 10% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Los Alamitos Elementary School is 0.71, which is more 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
#838 out of 9523 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
67%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
73%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
25:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
15%
12%
Hispanic
46%
56%
Black
3%
5%
White
22%
20%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
13%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
28%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
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 Alamitos Elementary School's ranking?
Los Alamitos Elementary School is ranked #838 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in California.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
67% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 73% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Los Alamitos Elementary School?
646 students attend Los Alamitos Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
46% of Los Alamitos Elementary School students are Hispanic, 22% of students are White, 15% of students are Asian, 13% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Los Alamitos Elementary School?
Los Alamitos Elementary School has a student ration of 25:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Los Alamitos Elementary School offer ?
Los Alamitos Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Los Alamitos Elementary School part of?
Los Alamitos Elementary School is part of Los Alamitos Unified School District.
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