Very Good
#3275 of 9,539 schools in CA
Top 34% in state
La Puente High
High School · Hacienda la Puente Unified
15615 East Nelson Ave., La Puente, CA 91744
Enrollment
865
Student-Teacher
19.7:1
Score
7.1
Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
865
Student-Teacher
19.7:1
Score
7.1
Grades
9th – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#3,275 of 9,539
In La Puente
#7 of 25
public schools
In district
#8 of 32
Hacienda la Puente Unified
School environment
7.3 / 10
Very Good
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About La Puente High
La Puente High is a public high school in La Puente, CA, part of Hacienda la Puente Unified. La Puente High serves approximately 865 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 19.7:1 student-teacher ratio. La Puente High has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.1 out of 10 and ranks #3,275 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for La Puente High show 29% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 50% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 7.1 · Very Good
- District avg 7.2
- CA avg 6.5
What Parents Should Know
35% of students at La Puente High 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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La Puente High — Students at La Puente High score 28% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 25%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
87.2%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)
Based on 26 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: 6.9/10.
How La Puente High Compares
See how La Puente High 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
15615 East Nelson Ave., La Puente, CA 91744
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering La Puente High may also want to explore other high schools in the area. William Workman High (rated 7.5/10, 1.1 miles away, in nearby City Of Industry), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Valley Alternative High (Continuation) (rated 6.1/10, 1.4 miles away, in nearby Hacienda Heights), with a comparable rating. For more schools in La Puente, see our La Puente schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.4 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| ST JOSEPH SCHOOL La Puente | 0.3 mi | 5.0 |
| ST JOSEPH ELEMENTARY SCHOOL La Puente | 0.3 mi | 4.8 |
| NEW MONTESSORI SCHOOL La Puente | 0.5 mi | — |
| New Montessori School La Puente | 0.5 mi | — |
| Workman Elementary La Puente | 0.5 mi | 7.1 |
| Sierra Vista Middle La Puente | 0.6 mi | 5.8 |
| NeoVerge Dream School La Puente | 0.7 mi | — |
| Sparks Elementary La Puente | 0.7 mi | 3.4 |
| Sparks Middle La Puente | 0.8 mi | 3.9 |
| Del Valle Elementary La Puente | 0.8 mi | 5.8 |
| Nelson Elementary La Puente | 0.9 mi | 5.3 |
| Fairgrove Academy La Puente | 1.2 mi | 4.9 |
| UNITED CHRISTIAN EDUCATION CENTER Hacienda Heights | 1.2 mi | — |
| William Workman High City Of Industry | 1.1 mi | 7.5 |
| CALVARY CHRISTIAN ACADEMY La Puente | 1.2 mi | — |
| California Elementary La Puente | 1.3 mi | 6.3 |
| HILLSIDE BAPTIST ACADEMY La Puente | 1.3 mi | — |
| Puente Hills High Hacienda Heights | 1.4 mi | 5.3 |
| Valley Alternative High (Continuation) Hacienda Heights | 1.4 mi | 6.1 |
| Valley Community Day Hacienda Heights | 1.4 mi | — |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 91744 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$92,624
Median Home Value
$585,900
Median Rent
$1,873/mo
Population
78,253
College Educated
13.2%
Homeownership
69.2%
Avg Commute
30.7 min
Poverty Rate
10%
Median Age
36.3
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about La Puente High
What grades does La Puente High serve?
La Puente High serves students in grades 9th through 12th.
How many students attend La Puente High?
La Puente High has an enrollment of approximately 865 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at La Puente High?
The student-teacher ratio at La Puente High is 19.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does La Puente High rank in CA?
La Puente High ranks #3,275 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is La Puente High's MySchoolScout rating?
La Puente High has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.1 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 La Puente High?
Based on loaded state assessment records, La Puente High has 29% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 50% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is La Puente High a charter school?
No, La Puente High is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is La Puente High a Title I school?
No, La Puente High is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for La Puente High?
87.2% of students at La Puente High 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
- 865
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 19.7:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 44
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 87.2%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Los Angeles County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 34.7%
- Phone
- (626) 934-6700
- 4-Year Graduation
- 98.0%
Resources & Links
District
Hacienda la Puente Unified- District Enrollment
- 15,767
- Schools in District
- 35
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $17,425
- District Rank
- #8 of 32
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