Very Good
#2400 of 9,539 schools in CA
Top 25% in state
Longden Elementary
Elementary School · Temple City Unified
9501 Wendon St., Temple City, CA 91780
Enrollment
917
Student-Teacher
27:1
Score
7.6
Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Enrollment
917
Student-Teacher
27:1
Score
7.6
Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#2,400 of 9,539
In Temple City
#5 of 7
public schools
In district
#5 of 7
Temple City Unified
Equity
9.3 / 10
Excellent
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About Longden Elementary
Longden Elementary is a public elementary school in Temple City, CA, part of Temple City Unified. Longden Elementary serves approximately 917 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-6th, and has a 27:1 student-teacher ratio. Longden Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.6 out of 10 and ranks #2,400 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Longden Elementary show 69% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 67% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 7.6 · Very Good
- District avg 7.9
- CA avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
Longden Elementary runs 27:1 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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Longden Elementary — Students at Longden Elementary score 64% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 48%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
47.4%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)
Based on 32 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: 7.8/10.
How Longden Elementary Compares
See how Longden 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
9501 Wendon St., Temple City, CA 91780
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Longden Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. La Rosa Elementary (rated 8.3/10, 1.3 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is Wilson Elementary (rated 8.1/10, 1.4 miles away, in nearby San Gabriel), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Longley Way Elementary (rated 7.9/10, 1.4 miles away, in nearby Arcadia), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Temple City, see our Temple City schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.5 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Temple City High Temple City | 0.4 mi | 8.3 |
| Temple City Alternative Temple City | 0.4 mi | — |
| Oak Avenue Intermediate Temple City | 0.5 mi | 7.7 |
| OASIS TRILINGUAL COMMUNITY SCHOOL Temple City | 0.5 mi | 7.8 |
| Dr. Doug Sears Learning Center Temple City | 0.6 mi | 7.0 |
| Ark Christian Academy San Gabriel | 0.6 mi | — |
| ARK CHRISTIAN ACADEMY San Gabriel | 0.6 mi | 4.9 |
| LEARNING TREE MONTESSORI OF ARCADIA Arcadia | 0.6 mi | — |
| Our Lady of the Angels Academy Arcadia | 0.8 mi | — |
| St. Luke Catholic School Temple City | 0.8 mi | — |
| Cloverly Elementary Temple City | 0.9 mi | 7.3 |
| Emperor Elementary San Gabriel | 0.8 mi | 7.8 |
| Jefferson Middle San Gabriel | 1.0 mi | 8.6 |
| SAN GABRIEL ACADEMY San Gabriel | 1.1 mi | 8.8 |
| ALLAIS SCHOOL Arcadia | 1.0 mi | — |
| Baldwin Stocker Elementary Arcadia | 1.1 mi | 7.3 |
| La Rosa Elementary Temple City | 1.3 mi | 8.3 |
| Wilson Elementary San Gabriel | 1.4 mi | 8.1 |
| Longley Way Elementary Arcadia | 1.4 mi | 7.9 |
| Roosevelt Elementary San Gabriel | 1.5 mi | 5.7 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 91780 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$101,746
Median Home Value
$922,900
Median Rent
$2,046/mo
Population
35,136
College Educated
42.6%
Homeownership
63%
Avg Commute
31.3 min
Poverty Rate
10%
Median Age
42.9
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|---|---|
| Agnes L. Smith Elementary Huntington Beach, CA | 7.6 |
| Alta Vista Elementary Los Gatos, CA | 7.6 |
| Anthony Spangler Elementary Milpitas, CA | 7.6 |
| Arma J. Shull Elementary San Dimas, CA | 7.6 |
| Beech Avenue Elementary Fontana, CA | 7.6 |
| Boulder Ridge Elementary Menifee, CA | 7.6 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Longden Elementary
What grades does Longden Elementary serve?
Longden Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 6th.
How many students attend Longden Elementary?
Longden Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 917 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Longden Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Longden Elementary is 27:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Longden Elementary rank in CA?
Longden Elementary ranks #2,400 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Longden Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Longden Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.6 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 Longden Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Longden Elementary has 69% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 67% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Longden Elementary a charter school?
No, Longden Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Longden Elementary a Title I school?
No, Longden Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Longden Elementary?
47.4% of students at Longden 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 – 6th
- Enrollment
- 917
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 27:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 34
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 47.4%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Los Angeles County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 13.0%
- Phone
- (626) 548-5068
Resources & Links
District
Temple City Unified- District Enrollment
- 5,253
- Schools in District
- 9
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $16,318
- District Rank
- #5 of 7
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