Los Alamitos High School

3591 Cerritos Ave.
Los Alamitos, CA 90720
: 
9/
10
Top 20%
Serving 2,915 students in grades 9-12, Los Alamitos High School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 46% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 82% (which is higher 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 60% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).

Quick Facts (26-27)

  • Grades: 9-12
  • Enrollment: 2,915 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 25:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 60%
  • : 97% (Top 5% in CA)
  • : Top 20%
  • : 46% (Top 30%)
  • : 82% (Top 5%)
  • : 45% (Top 30%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education

Top Rankings

Los Alamitos High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:

Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency

School Overview

Los Alamitos High School's student population of 2,915 students has declined by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 117 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
2,915 students

Showing 2015–2025. View full 39-year historical data

Total Classroom Teachers
117 teachers

Showing 2014–2025. View full 39-year historical data

Year Founded
1967
School Calendar

School Rankings

Los Alamitos High School ranks within the top 20% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Los Alamitos High School is 0.72, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.63. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
This School
State Level (CA)
#1393 out of 9523 schools
(Top 20%)

Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data

46%
34%

Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data

82%
47%

Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data

45%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
25:1
21:1

Showing 2014–2025. View full 39-year historical data

Asian
16%
12%

Showing 2015–2025. View full 38-year historical data

Hispanic
30%
56%

Showing 2015–2025. View full 38-year historical data

Black
4%
5%

Showing 2015–2025. View full 38-year historical data

White
40%
20%

Showing 2015–2025. View full 38-year historical data

Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
9%
6%

Showing 2015–2025. View full 17-year historical data

All Ethnic Groups
60%
0.72

Showing 2015–2025. View full 38-year historical data

97%
86.2%

Showing 2014–2023. View full 13-year historical data

(22-23)
11.4%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
15%
54%

Showing 2015–2025. View full 34-year historical data

Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
8%

Showing 2015–2025. View full 27-year historical data

School Statewide Testing
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Los Alamitos High School's ranking?
Los Alamitos High School is ranked #1393 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in California.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
46% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 82% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Los Alamitos High School?
The graduation rate of Los Alamitos High School is 97%, which is higher than the California state average of 86.2%.
How many students attend Los Alamitos High School?
2,915 students attend Los Alamitos High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
40% of Los Alamitos High School students are White, 30% of students are Hispanic, 16% of students are Asian, 9% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Los Alamitos High School?
Los Alamitos High School has a student ration of 25:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Los Alamitos High School offer ?
Los Alamitos High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Los Alamitos High School part of?
Los Alamitos High School is part of Los Alamitos Unified School District.

School Reviews

5   10/10/2025
Los Alamitos High School is an amazing school. There is a large variety of sports teams, activities, and clubs to get involved in. The academic standards are high across the board and the teachers are engaged in teaching. Some words of caution, if your child is unmotivated, needs a lot of direction, and struggles with large environments this may present challenges. Overall very pleased.
- Posted by Parent - Terry Givens

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Quick Facts (26-27)

  • Grades: 9-12
  • Enrollment: 2,915 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 25:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 60%
  • : 97% (Top 5%)
  • : Top 20%
  • : 46% (Top 30%)
  • : 82% (Top 5%)
  • : 45% (Top 30%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education

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