Los Molinos Elementary School

3112 Las Marias Ave.
Hacienda Heights, CA 91745
(School attendance zone shown in map)
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Top 10%
Serving 505 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Los Molinos Elementary School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 64% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 77% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 24:1 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: Kindergarten-5
  • Enrollment: 505 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 24:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 96%
  • : Top 10% in CA
  • : 64% (Top 20%)
  • : 77% (Top 10%)
  • : 45-49% (Top 20%)
  • : Los Molinos Elementary serves the southwest portion of Hacienda Heights, CA, encompassing an area of approximately 1.1 square miles. Families living within this zone can typically expect a short drive of 5-10 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge being about 1 mile away.
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education

Top Rankings

Los Molinos Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:

Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency

School Overview

Los Molinos Elementary School's student population of 505 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 21 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
505 students

Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓

Total Classroom Teachers
21 teachers

Showing 2014–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓

School Calendar

School Rankings

Los Molinos 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 Los Molinos Elementary School is 0.55, 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.
This School
State Level (CA)
#782 out of 9523 schools
(Top 10%)

Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓

64%
34%

Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓

77%
47%

Showing 2011–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓

45-49%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
24:1
21:1

Showing 2014–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓

Asian
27%
12%

Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓

Hispanic
61%
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
7%
6%

Showing 2014–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓

All Ethnic Groups
96%
0.55

Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓

(22-23)
16%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
39%
54%

Showing 2015–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓

Eligible for Reduced Lunch
19%
8%

Showing 2015–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓

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

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Los Molinos Elementary School's ranking?
Los Molinos Elementary School is ranked #782 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in California.
What schools are Los Molinos Elementary School often compared to?
Los Molinos Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Grazide Elementary School, Wedgeworth Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
64% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 77% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Los Molinos Elementary School?
505 students attend Los Molinos Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
61% of Los Molinos Elementary School students are Hispanic, 27% of students are Asian, 7% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are White, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Los Molinos Elementary School?
Los Molinos Elementary School has a student ration of 24:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Los Molinos Elementary School offer ?
Los Molinos Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Los Molinos Elementary School part of?
Los Molinos Elementary School is part of Hacienda La Puente Unified School District.

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Quick Facts (26-27)

  • Grades: Kindergarten-5
  • Enrollment: 505 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 24:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 96%
  • : Top 10%
  • : 64% (Top 20%)
  • : 77% (Top 10%)
  • : 45-49% (Top 20%)
  • : Los Molinos Elementary serves the southwest portion of Hacienda Heights, CA, encompassing an area of approximately 1.1 square miles. Families living within this zone can typically expect a short drive of 5-10 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge being about 1 mile away.
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education

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