Excellent
#976 of 9,539 schools in CA
Top 10% in state
Francis Hopkinson Elementary
Elementary School · Los Alamitos Unified
12582 Kensington Rd., Los Alamitos, CA 90720
Enrollment
636
Student-Teacher
24.5:1
Score
8.4
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
636
Student-Teacher
24.5:1
Score
8.4
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#976 of 9,539
In Los Alamitos
#3 of 8
public schools
In district
#3 of 9
Los Alamitos Unified
Equity
9.6 / 10
Excellent
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About Francis Hopkinson Elementary
Francis Hopkinson Elementary is a public elementary school in Los Alamitos, CA, part of Los Alamitos Unified. Francis Hopkinson Elementary serves approximately 636 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 24.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Francis Hopkinson Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.4 out of 10 and ranks #976 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Francis Hopkinson Elementary show 88% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 86% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 8.4 · Excellent
- District avg 7.9
- CA avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
Francis Hopkinson Elementary runs 24.5:1 students to teachers, above the national average. That often means bigger classes. Ask how the school supports kids who need extra help, and whether there are teaching assistants or small-group time.
Score Breakdown
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Francis Hopkinson Elementary — Students at Francis Hopkinson Elementary score 80% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 68%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
10.7%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)
Based on 30 test records from CA state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 8.8/10.
How Francis Hopkinson Elementary Compares
See how Francis Hopkinson Elementary 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
12582 Kensington Rd., Los Alamitos, CA 90720
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Francis Hopkinson Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Emerson Parkside Academy (rated 9.0/10, 2.0 miles away, in nearby Long Beach), which scores slightly higher. Another option is Tincher Preparatory (rated 8.8/10, 0.9 miles away, in nearby Long Beach), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Kettering Elementary (rated 8.8/10, 1.2 miles away, in nearby Long Beach), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Los Alamitos, see our Los Alamitos schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.1 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Jack L. Weaver Elementary Los Alamitos | 0.7 mi | 8.5 |
| Homeschool Learning Services Seal Beach | 0.8 mi | — |
| Atlas Crest Academy Seal Beach | 0.8 mi | — |
| Tincher Preparatory Long Beach | 0.9 mi | 8.8 |
| Rossmoor Elementary Los Alamitos | 1.0 mi | 8.3 |
| Richard Henry Lee Elementary Los Alamitos | 1.1 mi | 8.7 |
| Eunice Sato Academy of Math & Science Long Beach | 1.1 mi | 8.5 |
| Kettering Elementary Long Beach | 1.2 mi | 8.8 |
| Los Altos Classical Christian Academy Long Beach | 1.4 mi | — |
| LOS ALTOS GRACE BRETHREN SCHOOL Long Beach | 1.4 mi | 6.2 |
| Oak Middle Los Alamitos | 1.9 mi | 7.8 |
| Emerson Parkside Academy Long Beach | 2.0 mi | 9.0 |
| MONTESSORI GREENHOUSE SCHOOLS Los Alamitos | 2.0 mi | — |
| Gant Elementary Long Beach | 1.9 mi | 7.8 |
| Prisk Elementary Long Beach | 2.2 mi | 8.8 |
| Los Alamitos Elementary Los Alamitos | 2.2 mi | 6.5 |
| Millikan High Long Beach | 2.3 mi | 7.6 |
| Los Alamitos High Los Alamitos | 2.4 mi | 7.5 |
| Newcomb Academy Long Beach | 2.5 mi | 8.5 |
| Montessori Children's House Long Beach | 2.1 mi | — |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 90720 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$134,232
Median Home Value
$1,166,200
Median Rent
$2,370/mo
Population
24,021
College Educated
52.3%
Homeownership
64.9%
Avg Commute
28.8 min
Poverty Rate
6.8%
Median Age
43
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|---|---|
| Acacia Elementary Fullerton, CA | 8.4 |
| Ada Clegg Elementary Huntington Beach, CA | 8.4 |
| Anaheim Hills Elementary Anaheim, CA | 8.4 |
| Bradley Elementary San Bernardino, CA | 8.4 |
| C L Smith Elementary San Luis Obispo, CA | 8.4 |
| Center Street Elementary El Segundo, CA | 8.4 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Francis Hopkinson Elementary
What grades does Francis Hopkinson Elementary serve?
Francis Hopkinson Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend Francis Hopkinson Elementary?
Francis Hopkinson Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 636 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Francis Hopkinson Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Francis Hopkinson Elementary is 24.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Francis Hopkinson Elementary rank in CA?
Francis Hopkinson Elementary ranks #976 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Francis Hopkinson Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Francis Hopkinson Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.4 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 Francis Hopkinson Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Francis Hopkinson Elementary has 88% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 86% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Francis Hopkinson Elementary a charter school?
No, Francis Hopkinson Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Francis Hopkinson Elementary a Title I school?
No, Francis Hopkinson Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Francis Hopkinson Elementary?
10.7% of students at Francis Hopkinson Elementary 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
- Kindergarten – 5th
- Enrollment
- 636
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 24.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 26
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 10.7%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Orange County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 7.7%
- Phone
- (562) 799-4500
Resources & Links
District
Los Alamitos Unified- District Enrollment
- 8,931
- Schools in District
- 9
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $15,112
- District Rank
- #3 of 9
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