Serving 1,002 students in grades 9-12, La Puente High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 20% (which is lower than the California state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 48% (which is lower than the California state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 21:1 is equal to the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,002 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 21:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Graduation Rate: 98% (Top 5% in CA)
- Math Proficiency: 20%
- Reading Proficiency: 48%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
La Puente High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Graduation Rate
School Overview
La Puente High School's student population of 1,002 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 47 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
1,002 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
47 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
The diversity score of La Puente High School is 0.08, 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.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)20%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)48%
51%
Student : Teacher Ratio
21:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
3%
12%
Hispanic
96%
56%
Black
n/a
5%
White
1%
21%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
98%
84%
Eligible for Free Lunch
72%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
12%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are La Puente High School often compared to?
La Puente High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Glen A. Wilson High School, Los Altos High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
20% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% CA state average), while 48% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% CA state average).
What is the graduation rate of La Puente High School?
The graduation rate of La Puente High School is 98%, which is higher than the California state average of 84%.
How many students attend La Puente High School?
1,002 students attend La Puente High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
96% of La Puente High School students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are White.
What is the student:teacher ratio of La Puente High School?
La Puente High School has a student ration of 21:1, which is equal to the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does La Puente High School offer ?
La Puente High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is La Puente High School part of?
La Puente High School is part of Hacienda La Puente Unified School District.
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