Serving 379 students in grades Kindergarten-6, Arbolita Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 31% (which is lower than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 25% (which is lower than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 22:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 92% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 379 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 22:1
- Minority Enrollment: 92%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 31% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 25% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤10% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Arbolita Elementary serves a central area in La Habra, CA, covering approximately 0.7 square miles. Parents can expect a typical drive of 5-10 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 1.5 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Arbolita Elementary School's student population of 379 students has declined by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 17 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
Total Students
379 students
Showing 2015–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
17 teachers
Showing 2014–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Rankings
Arbolita Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Arbolita Elementary School is 0.26, which is less 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
#6226 out of 9523 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
31%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
25%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤10%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
22:1
21:1
Showing 2014–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
3%
12%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
86%
56%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
Black
1%
5%
Showing 2007–2025. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
White
8%
20%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
2%
6%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)26.1%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
71%
54%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
12%
8%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Arbolita Elementary School's ranking?
Arbolita Elementary School is ranked #6226 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in California.
What schools are Arbolita Elementary School often compared to?
Arbolita Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like El Cerrito Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
31% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 25% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Arbolita Elementary School?
379 students attend Arbolita Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
86% of Arbolita Elementary School students are Hispanic, 8% of students are White, 3% of students are Asian, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Arbolita Elementary School?
Arbolita Elementary School has a student ration of 22:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Arbolita Elementary School offer ?
Arbolita Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6
What school district is Arbolita Elementary School part of?
Arbolita Elementary School is part of La Habra City Elementary School District.
School Calendar
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Event
Date
Thanksgiving Break
November 23, 2026 (Monday)
Spring Break
March 15, 2027 (Monday)
Last Day - Minimum Day 1PM Dismissal
May 27, 2027 (Thursday)
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