Loara High School is a public four year American high school in the Anaheim Union High School District, located in the Southwest Anaheim region of Anaheim, California. Loara is a Title I school that serves many students from low-income families, and the campus consists of 1,783 students and 75 certificated staff.
Serving 1,539 students in grades 9-12, Loara 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 bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 14% (which is lower than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35% (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 96% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,539 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 22:1
- Minority Enrollment: 96%
- Graduation Rate: 92% (Top 30% in CA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 14% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 22% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Loara High serves the southeast part of Anaheim, CA, covering an area of approximately 5.3 square miles. Families in this zone typically have a 5-10 minute drive to the school, with an average distance of 1.4 miles to the zone's edge and a maximum distance of 2.5 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Loara High School's student population of 1,539 students has declined by 18% over five school years.
The teacher population of 71 teachers has declined by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
1,539 students
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
71 teachers
Showing 2014–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1962
School Calendar
School Motto
Seize the Day
School Rankings
Loara High 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 Loara High School is 0.32, 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
#7145 out of 9523 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
14%
34%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35%
47%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
22%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
22:1
21:1
Showing 2013–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
10%
12%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
82%
56%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
1%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
4%
20%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-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 38-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
92%
86.2%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)35.1%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
77%
54%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
15%
8%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Navy and Gold
School Mascot
Saxon
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Loara High School's ranking?
Loara High School is ranked #7145 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in California.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
14% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 35% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Loara High School?
The graduation rate of Loara High School is 92%, which is higher than the California state average of 86.2%.
How many students attend Loara High School?
1,539 students attend Loara High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
82% of Loara High School students are Hispanic, 10% of students are Asian, 4% of students are White, 2% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Loara High School?
Loara High School has a student ration of 22:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Loara High School offer ?
Loara High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Loara High School part of?
Loara High School is part of Anaheim Union High School District.
In what neighborhood is Loara High School located?
Loara High School is located in the Hermosa Village neighborhood of Anaheim, CA. There are 5 other public schools located in Hermosa Village.
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