Serving 375 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Los Altos 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 37% (which is higher than the California state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 49% (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 98% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 375 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 22:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 37% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 49% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Los Altos Elementary School's student population of 375 students has declined by 20% over five school years.
The teacher population of 17 teachers has declined by 15% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
375 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
17 teachers
School Rankings
Los Altos Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 9,602 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Los Altos Elementary School is 0.24, 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
#3539 out of 9602 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
37%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
49%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
22:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
8%
12%
Hispanic
87%
56%
Black
n/a
5%
White
2%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
50%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
16%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Los Altos Elementary School's ranking?
Los Altos Elementary School is ranked #3539 out of 9,602 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in California.
What schools are Los Altos Elementary School often compared to?
Los Altos Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Los Molinos Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
37% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CA state average), while 49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Los Altos Elementary School?
375 students attend Los Altos Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
87% of Los Altos Elementary School students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Asian, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are White.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Los Altos Elementary School?
Los Altos Elementary School has a student ration of 22:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Los Altos Elementary School offer ?
Los Altos Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Los Altos Elementary School part of?
Los Altos Elementary School is part of Hacienda La Puente Unified School District.
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