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#4509 of 9,539 schools in CA
Top 47% in state
Los Alamitos Elementary
Elementary School · Los Alamitos Unified
10862 Bloomfield St., Los Alamitos, CA 90720
Enrollment
646
Student-Teacher
24.8:1
Score
6.5
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
646
Student-Teacher
24.8:1
Score
6.5
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#4,509 of 9,539
In Los Alamitos
#7 of 8
public schools
In district
#8 of 9
Los Alamitos Unified
Equity
9.2 / 10
Excellent
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About Los Alamitos Elementary
Los Alamitos Elementary is a public elementary school in Los Alamitos, CA, part of Los Alamitos Unified. Los Alamitos Elementary serves approximately 646 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 24.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Los Alamitos Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.5 out of 10 and ranks #4,509 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Los Alamitos Elementary show 68% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 69% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 6.5 · Average
- District avg 7.9
- CA avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
Los Alamitos Elementary runs 24.8:1 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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Los Alamitos Elementary — Students at Los Alamitos Elementary score 69% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 58%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
29.3%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)
Based on 34 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: 5.6/10.
How Los Alamitos Elementary Compares
See how Los Alamitos 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
10862 Bloomfield St., Los Alamitos, CA 90720
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Los Alamitos Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Richard Henry Lee Elementary (rated 8.7/10, 1.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Newcomb Academy (rated 8.5/10, 1.2 miles away, in nearby Long Beach), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Margaret Landell Elementary (rated 8.4/10, 1.1 miles away, in nearby Cypress), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Los Alamitos, see our Los Alamitos schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.7 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Sharon Christa McAuliffe Middle Los Alamitos | 0.3 mi | 5.7 |
| MONTESSORI GREENHOUSE SCHOOLS Los Alamitos | 0.3 mi | — |
| MIRACLE LAND CHILD DEVELOPMENT CENTER Cypress | 0.5 mi | — |
| Los Alamitos High Los Alamitos | 0.6 mi | 7.5 |
| Grace Christian School of Cypress Cypress | 0.8 mi | — |
| GRACE CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Cypress | 0.8 mi | 4.9 |
| Oak Middle Los Alamitos | 0.8 mi | 7.8 |
| Margaret Landell Elementary Cypress | 1.1 mi | 8.4 |
| Hawaiian Elementary Hawaiian Gardens | 1.3 mi | 8.1 |
| Rossmoor Elementary Los Alamitos | 1.2 mi | 8.3 |
| Lexington Junior High Cypress | 1.3 mi | 8.0 |
| Newcomb Academy Long Beach | 1.2 mi | 8.5 |
| SCG Christian Cypress | 1.3 mi | — |
| Richard Henry Lee Elementary Los Alamitos | 1.3 mi | 8.7 |
| A. E. Arnold Elementary Cypress | 1.5 mi | 6.2 |
| DEL SOL SCHOOL, INC Cypress | 1.4 mi | 6.9 |
| Furgeson (Venn W.) Elementary Hawaiian Gardens | 1.6 mi | 7.0 |
| Homeschool Learning Services Seal Beach | 1.7 mi | — |
| Atlas Crest Academy Seal Beach | 1.7 mi | — |
| Oxford Academy Cypress | 1.7 mi | 8.9 |
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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| Almondale Elementary Bakersfield, CA | 6.5 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Los Alamitos Elementary
What grades does Los Alamitos Elementary serve?
Los Alamitos Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend Los Alamitos Elementary?
Los Alamitos Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 646 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Los Alamitos Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Los Alamitos Elementary is 24.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Los Alamitos Elementary rank in CA?
Los Alamitos Elementary ranks #4,509 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Los Alamitos Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Los Alamitos Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.5 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 Los Alamitos Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Los Alamitos Elementary has 68% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 69% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Los Alamitos Elementary a charter school?
No, Los Alamitos Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Los Alamitos Elementary a Title I school?
No, Los Alamitos Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Los Alamitos Elementary?
29.3% of students at Los Alamitos 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
- 646
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 24.8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 26
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 29.3%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Orange County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 15.2%
- Phone
- (714) 816-3300
Resources & Links
District
Los Alamitos Unified- District Enrollment
- 8,931
- Schools in District
- 9
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $15,112
- District Rank
- #8 of 9
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