Best Schools in La Puente, California
36 schools · 23 Elementary · 3 Middle · 8 High · 2 Other
Choosing a school in La Puente?
Use this page to compare every school in La Puente by level, neighborhood, and district — and find the right fit, not just the top of the list.
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Workman Elementary
Elementary · Hacienda La Puente Unified. Ranked from real test data; compare it on the map and table below.
Fairgrove Academy
Elementary · Hacienda La Puente Unified. Ranked from real test data; compare it on the map and table below.
Bassett Senior High
High · Bassett Unified. Ranked from real test data; compare it on the map and table below.
The short answer
The top-rated schools in La Puente for 2026 are Workman Elementary (8.0/10), Fairgrove Academy (7.9/10), and Bassett Senior High (7.4/10), based on MySchoolScout's analysis of real test data across 26 rated schools. Ratings blend student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment (plus college readiness for high schools), with equity shown as context, not scored; schools with estimated (proxy) scores are excluded from this ranking.
Schools
36
27 public · 9 private
Avg Score
5.6
out of 10
Median Home
$594,650
home value · ACS
Districts
3
serving the city
Schools
36
27 public · 9 private
Avg Score
5.6
out of 10
Median Home
$594,650
home value · ACS
Districts
3
serving the city
Rates 8.0/10 despite 84% of students being economically disadvantaged. That's about 2.2 points higher than its student-poverty level predicts. Roughly as clean a case of strong results without an affluent-ZIP price tag as you'll find among La Puente schools.
STAAR proficiency rose +9.1 points from 2022 to 2024. That's the biggest jump among La Puente schools across the two most recent comparable testing years.
Top-Rated Schools in La Puente
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using only schools with real test data (Top 10 of 26 rated schools; 36 schools in the directory). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Workman Elementary | 8.0 / 10 |
| 2 | Fairgrove Academy | 7.9 / 10 |
| 3 | Bassett Senior High | 7.4 / 10 |
| 4 | Sierra Vista Middle | 7.3 / 10 |
| 5 | Nogales High | 7.1 / 10 |
| 6 | Northam Elementary | 6.9 / 10 |
| 7 | Torch Middle | 6.8 / 10 |
| 8 | Sparks Middle | 6.8 / 10 |
| 9 | J. E. Van Wig Elementary | 6.7 / 10 |
| 10 | Edgewood Academy | 6.6 / 10 |
See every school — including those with estimated data — in the full directory below. How we rate schools.
Family Snapshot
At a glance- Avg school rating
- 5.6/10
- Median household income
- $88,796
- Median home value
- $594,650
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 15%
- Avg commute
- 31 min
- Owner-occupied homes
- 72%
17% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Workers age 16+
Of occupied housing units
How La Puente compares
California rank
#504 of 599
cities by avg. school score
Vs. state average
-0.7
below California avg (6.3)
Median household income
$89k
89% of California median
Schools in this city
30
La Puente's public schools split across 3 districts
No single ISD owns La Puente. The public campuses divide among 3 districts.
The largest shares: Hacienda La Puente Unified (13), Bassett Unified (7), Rowland Unified (7).
Among 26 public schools with real test data, composite scores run from 3.4 to 8.0 — the spread is inside La Puente, not a citywide average.
- Hacienda La Puente Unified13 public · 48%
- Bassett Unified7 public · 26%
- Rowland Unified7 public · 26%
About Schools in La Puente, California
La Puente's public school landscape spans 25 ranked schools with a city average of 5.6 out of 10 — a spread that rewards parents who compare carefully rather than defaulting to geography. Elementary options anchor the upper end of the performance range. Villacorta Elementary leads all ranked schools at 8.2 out of 10, followed by Edgewood Academy at 7.9 and Workman Elementary at 7.3, giving families a strong cluster of above-average elementary choices before children reach middle and high school.
Six schools — 24% of La Puente's ranked public options — score 7 or above, a meaningful threshold that signals consistent academic performance. That group spans all three grade levels: the leading elementaries, Torch Middle at 7.0, and Nogales High at 7.4. For families planning long-term, that continuity matters. Many cities of comparable size see the higher-performing tier thin out at the secondary level. La Puente's 7+ group holds through high school, giving parents a credible above-average pathway from elementary through graduation without leaving the district.
The 2.6-point gap between the city mean and Villacorta Elementary is the sharpest signal in this data. That gap reflects real academic differences that compound over years of schooling. The city's 19 schools below the 7-point mark vary considerably — parents comparing mid-range options should review individual school scores rather than assuming similar performance across neighborhoods. Assignment boundaries are a starting point, not a ceiling. Families open to school choice exploration will find measurably stronger options than a default assignment might deliver.
For parents starting their search: Villacorta Elementary and Edgewood Academy set the standard at the elementary level. Torch Middle at 7.0 is the top-rated middle option. Nogales High is the clear standout in La Puente's public secondary offerings. A 25-school market gives families real choices — but those choices only translate into better outcomes when parents actively compare scores early rather than accepting proximity as the deciding factor.
Elementary Schools
23 schools| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 312 students · Kindergarten–6th | 8.0 |
| 2 | 710 students · Kindergarten–8th | 7.9 |
| 3 | 385 students · Kindergarten–6th | 6.9 |
| 4 | 324 students · Kindergarten–5th | 6.7 |
| 5 | 470 students · Kindergarten–8th | 6.6 |
| 6 | 405 students · Kindergarten–6th | 6.5 |
| 7 | 426 students · Kindergarten–6th | 6.3 |
| 8 | 395 students · Kindergarten–6th | 6.2 |
| 9 | 557 students · Kindergarten–8th | 6.1 |
| 10 | 212 students · Kindergarten–6th | 5.1 |
Show all 23 elementary schools in La Puente
Private and public school ratings use different data sources and scoring models, so scores are not directly comparable across school types.
Middle Schools
3 schools| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 193 students · 6th–8th | 7.3 |
| 2 | 363 students · 6th–8th | 6.8 |
| 3 | 320 students · 7th–8th | 6.8 |
High Schools
8 schools| # | School | Rating | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 793 students · 9th–12th | 7.4 | ||
| 2 | 1,608 students · 9th–12th | 7.1 | ||
| 3 | 865 students · 9th–12th | 5.4 | ||
| 4 | 47 students · 10th–12th | 4.7 | ||
Private Schools4 schools Private and public school ratings use different data sources and scoring models. Scores are not directly comparable across school types. | ||||
| 1 | 1,023 students · 9th–12th | Not Rated | ||
| 2 | Progress Learning CenterPrivate 15 students · 6th–12th | Not Rated | ||
| 3 | 32 students · 3rd–12th | Not Rated | ||
| 4 | Yu Family Private SchoolPrivate 6 students · Kindergarten–12th | Not Rated | ||
Other Schools
2 schools| # | School | Rating | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 32 students · Kindergarten–12th | 4.5 | ||
Private Schools1 school Private and public school ratings use different data sources and scoring models. Scores are not directly comparable across school types. | ||||
| 1 | Hillside Baptist AcademyPrivate 29 students · Kindergarten–12th | Not Rated | ||
Schools in La Puente
La Puente, California · 36 schools
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 2 ZIP codes
Median Income
$88,796
Median Home Value
$594,650
Median Rent
$1,839/mo
Population
106,509
College Educated
15%
Homeownership
72%
Avg Commute
31 min
Poverty Rate
10.9%
Community Profile
La Puente has a median household income of $88,796. It is a community where 15% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $594,650, with a median rent of $1,839/month. The area has a poverty rate of 10.9%. The average commute for residents is 31 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Schools by Level
- State
- California
- Elementary
- 23
- Middle
- 3
- High
- 8
- Other
- 2
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How we rate schools
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Common questions about schools in La Puente, California
How many schools are in La Puente, California?
La Puente has 36 schools, including 27 public and 9 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in La Puente, California?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in La Puente is 5.6 out of 10, built from student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment — plus college readiness for high schools.
What is the top-ranked school in La Puente, California?
The top-ranked school in La Puente on MySchoolScout is Workman Elementary with a composite score of 8.0/10.
What is the best elementary school in La Puente, California?
The top-ranked elementary school in La Puente on MySchoolScout is Workman Elementary with a composite score of 8.0/10.
What is the best middle school in La Puente, California?
The top-ranked middle school in La Puente on MySchoolScout is Sierra Vista Middle with a composite score of 7.3/10.
What is the best high school in La Puente, California?
The top-ranked high school in La Puente on MySchoolScout is Bassett Senior High with a composite score of 7.4/10.
How many school districts serve La Puente, California?
La Puente is served by 3 school districts: Bassett Unified, Hacienda La Puente Unified, Rowland Unified.
What is the education level in La Puente, California?
According to Census data, 15% of adults in La Puente have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in La Puente, California?
The median household income in La Puente is approximately $88,796 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
Are there private schools in La Puente, California?
Yes, La Puente has 9 private schools alongside 27 public schools. The top-rated private school is St Martha School with a score of 5.0/10.
What is the student-teacher ratio in La Puente, California?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in La Puente is 19.1:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in La Puente, California?
MySchoolScout rates schools using publicly available data from the NCES Common Core of Data and state education departments. Each school receives a 1-10 composite score built from Student Growth, Poverty-Adjusted Academic Achievement, and School Environment — plus College Readiness for high schools. Weights vary by school level, and equity data is shown for context but not scored.
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Data from NCES Common Core of Data, California Dept. of Education, and U.S. Census ACS for the 2023–24 school year. Rankings computed by MySchoolScout. See all data sources.