Serving 583 students in grades Kindergarten-6, Ladera Palma Elementary School ranks in the top 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 39% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 43% (which is lower 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 95% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 583 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 25:1
- Minority Enrollment: 95%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 39% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 43% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-39% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Ladera Palma Elementary School's student population of 583 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 23 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
Total Students
583 students
Total Classroom Teachers
23 teachers
School Rankings
Ladera Palma Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Ladera Palma Elementary School is 0.19, 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
#3787 out of 9523 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
39%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
43%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
25:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
2%
12%
Hispanic
90%
56%
Black
1%
5%
White
5%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)17%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
53%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
18%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Ladera Palma Elementary School's ranking?
Ladera Palma Elementary School is ranked #3787 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in California.
What schools are Ladera Palma Elementary School often compared to?
Ladera Palma Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Sierra Vista Elementary School, Las Positas Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 43% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Ladera Palma Elementary School?
583 students attend Ladera Palma Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
90% of Ladera Palma Elementary School students are Hispanic, 5% of students are White, 2% 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 Ladera Palma Elementary School?
Ladera Palma Elementary School has a student ration of 25:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Ladera Palma Elementary School offer ?
Ladera Palma Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6
What school district is Ladera Palma Elementary School part of?
Ladera Palma Elementary School is part of La Habra City Elementary School District.
School Calendar
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Event
Date
First Day of School / Primer Dia de Escuela
August 11, 2026 (Tuesday)
Thanksgiving Break
November 23, 2026 (Monday)
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