Serving 367 students in grades Kindergarten-6, Loyola Elementary School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 1%, and reading proficiency is top 1%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 85-89% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 75-79% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 19:1 is lower than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 62% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 367 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 62%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 85-89% (Top 1%)
- Reading Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 70-79% (Top 5%)
- Attendance Zone: Loyola Elementary serves the eastern part of Los Altos, CA, encompassing an area of approximately 3.7 square miles. Most families can expect a typical drive of 5 to 10 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 2.7 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Loyola Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Loyola Elementary School's student population of 367 students has grown by 22% over five school years.
The teacher population of 19 teachers has grown by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
Total Students
367 students
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
19 teachers
Showing 2014–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Loyola Elementary School ranks within the top 5% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Loyola Elementary School is 0.68, 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.
Overall Testing Rank
#298 out of 9523 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Showing 2011–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
85-89%
34%
Showing 2011–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-79%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
19:1
21:1
Showing 2014–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
39%
12%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
6%
56%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
38%
20%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
17%
6%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)7.9%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
3%
54%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 31-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (19-20)
1%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Loyola Elementary School's ranking?
Loyola Elementary School is ranked #298 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in California.
What schools are Loyola Elementary School often compared to?
Loyola Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Covington Elementary School, Oak Avenue Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
85-89% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 75-79% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Loyola Elementary School?
367 students attend Loyola Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
39% of Loyola Elementary School students are Asian, 38% of students are White, 17% of students are Two or more races, and 6% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Loyola Elementary School?
Loyola Elementary School has a student ration of 19:1, which is lower than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Loyola Elementary School offer ?
Loyola Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6
What school district is Loyola Elementary School part of?
Loyola Elementary School is part of Los Altos Elementary School District.
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