Below Average
#8225 of 9,539 schools in CA
EL Camino High (continuation)
High School · Norwalk-La Mirada Unified
14640 Mercado Ave., La Mirada, CA 90638
Enrollment
269
Student-Teacher
14.9:1
Score
4.3
Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
269
Student-Teacher
14.9:1
Score
4.3
Grades
9th – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#8,225 of 9,539
In La Mirada
#10 of 10
public schools
In district
#23 of 25
Norwalk-La Mirada Unified
Academic growth
7.9 / 10
Very Good
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EL Camino High (continuation)
High School in La Mirada · grades 9th – 12th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About EL Camino High (continuation)
EL Camino High (continuation) is a public high school in La Mirada, CA, part of Norwalk-La Mirada Unified. EL Camino High (continuation) serves approximately 269 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 14.9:1 student-teacher ratio. EL Camino High (continuation) has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.3 out of 10 and ranks #8,225 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for EL Camino High (continuation) show 5% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 13% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 4.3 · Below Average
- District avg 6.5
- CA avg 6.5
What Parents Should Know
Test scores at EL Camino High (continuation) sit below average, but its growth scores are strong: students here make above-average progress year over year. The raw numbers haven't caught up, but a school that keeps moving kids forward is doing the harder, more important work.
98% of students at EL Camino High (continuation) were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.
Score Breakdown
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EL Camino High (continuation) — Students at EL Camino High (continuation) score 4% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 33%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
73.2%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)
Based on 22 test records from CA state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 7.9/10.
How EL Camino High (continuation) Compares
See how EL Camino High (continuation) performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
14640 Mercado Ave., La Mirada, CA 90638
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering EL Camino High (continuation) may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Granada Middle (rated 8.3/10, 1.9 miles away, in nearby Whittier), which scores notably higher. Another option is La Mirada High (rated 7.7/10, 1.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, John Foster Dulles Elementary (rated 7.1/10, 1.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in La Mirada, see our La Mirada schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.0 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Swan Creek School of the Arts La Mirada | 0.1 mi | — |
| Eastwood Elementary La Mirada | 0.4 mi | 6.5 |
| La Pluma Elementary La Mirada | 0.8 mi | 5.7 |
| BEATITUDES OF OUR LORD CATHOLIC SCHOOL La Mirada | 1.0 mi | 3.5 |
| Foundation Christian School La Mirada | 0.8 mi | — |
| Gordon H. Beatty Middle Buena Park | 1.0 mi | 6.9 |
| Beatitudes of our Lord Elementary La Mirada | 1.0 mi | — |
| Charles G. Emery Elementary Buena Park | 1.0 mi | 7.0 |
| La Mirada High La Mirada | 1.0 mi | 7.7 |
| Reginald M. Benton Middle La Mirada | 1.1 mi | 6.8 |
| John Foster Dulles Elementary La Mirada | 1.2 mi | 7.1 |
| LIMAI MONTESSORI ACADEMY - BUENA PARK Buena Park | 1.1 mi | — |
| Heights Christian Schools, La Mirada La Mirada | 1.5 mi | — |
| Heights Christian Schools, Bluefield Campus La Mirada | 1.4 mi | — |
| Meadow Green Elementary Whittier | 1.6 mi | 7.0 |
| Escalona Elementary La Mirada | 1.4 mi | 6.6 |
| Rancho-Starbuck Intermediate Whittier | 1.6 mi | 6.7 |
| Olita Elementary La Habra | 1.8 mi | 4.9 |
| Granada Middle Whittier | 1.9 mi | 8.3 |
| Risingstar Christian Academy Whittier | 2.0 mi | — |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 90638 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$110,606
Median Home Value
$765,100
Median Rent
$2,052/mo
Population
45,714
College Educated
39.6%
Homeownership
76.5%
Avg Commute
32.4 min
Poverty Rate
6.5%
Median Age
43.7
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| Contra Costa School of Performing Arts Walnut Creek, CA | 4.2 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about EL Camino High (continuation)
What grades does EL Camino High (continuation) serve?
EL Camino High (continuation) serves students in grades 9th through 12th.
How many students attend EL Camino High (continuation)?
EL Camino High (continuation) has an enrollment of approximately 269 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at EL Camino High (continuation)?
The student-teacher ratio at EL Camino High (continuation) is 14.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does EL Camino High (continuation) rank in CA?
EL Camino High (continuation) ranks #8,225 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is EL Camino High (continuation)'s MySchoolScout rating?
EL Camino High (continuation) has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.3 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at EL Camino High (continuation)?
Based on loaded state assessment records, EL Camino High (continuation) has 5% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 13% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is EL Camino High (continuation) a charter school?
No, EL Camino High (continuation) is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is EL Camino High (continuation) a Title I school?
No, EL Camino High (continuation) is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for EL Camino High (continuation)?
73.2% of students at EL Camino High (continuation) qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 9th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 269
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 14.9:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 18
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 73.2%
- Type
- alternative
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Los Angeles County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 97.8%
- Phone
- (562) 210-3595
- 4-Year Graduation
- 47.0%
Resources & Links
District
Norwalk-La Mirada Unified- District Enrollment
- 15,052
- Schools in District
- 26
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $19,237
- District Rank
- #23 of 25
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