Serving 543 students in grades Kindergarten-3, La Rosa Elementary School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 75-79% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 70-74% (which is higher 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 97% of the student body (majority Asian), which is higher than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic and Asian).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-3
- Enrollment: 543 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 22:1
- Minority Enrollment: 97%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: La Rosa Elementary serves the southern part of Temple City, CA, encompassing an area of approximately 1.6 square miles. Most students live within a 5-10 minute drive from the school, with an average distance of 0.7 miles to the edge of the zone and the furthest edge located 1.3 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
La Rosa Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
La Rosa Elementary School's student population of 543 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 25 teachers has declined by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-3
Total Students
543 students
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
25 teachers
Showing 2014–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
2025
School Calendar
School Rankings
La Rosa 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 La Rosa Elementary School is 0.51, 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
#633 out of 9523 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Showing 2011–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
34%
Showing 2011–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
47%
Student-Teacher Ratio
22:1
21:1
Showing 2014–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
66%
12%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
23%
56%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
1%
5%
Showing 2006–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
White
3%
20%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
7%
6%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)18.6%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
40%
54%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
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 La Rosa Elementary School's ranking?
La Rosa Elementary School is ranked #633 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in California.
What schools are La Rosa Elementary School often compared to?
La Rosa Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Emperor Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
75-79% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 70-74% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend La Rosa Elementary School?
543 students attend La Rosa Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
66% of La Rosa Elementary School students are Asian, 23% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are White, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of La Rosa Elementary School?
La Rosa Elementary School has a student ration of 22:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does La Rosa Elementary School offer ?
La Rosa Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-3
What school district is La Rosa Elementary School part of?
La Rosa Elementary School is part of Temple City Unified School District.
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