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#5339 of 9,539 schools in CA
Los Altos Elementary
Elementary School · South Whittier Elementary
12001 Bona Vista Ln., Whittier, CA 90604
Enrollment
496
Student-Teacher
21.6:1
Score
6.1
Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Enrollment
496
Student-Teacher
21.6:1
Score
6.1
Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#5,339 of 9,539
In Whittier
#32 of 42
public schools
In district
#3 of 6
South Whittier Elementary
School environment
7.6 / 10
Very Good
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About Los Altos Elementary
Los Altos Elementary is a public elementary school in Whittier, CA, part of South Whittier Elementary. Los Altos Elementary serves approximately 496 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-6th, and has a 21.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Los Altos Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.1 out of 10 and ranks #5,339 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Los Altos Elementary show 31% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 30% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 6.1 · Average
- District avg 6.0
- CA avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
Los Altos Elementary runs 21.6:1 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.
36% of students at Los Altos Elementary 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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Los Altos Elementary — Students at Los Altos Elementary score 25% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 24%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
89.1%
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: 5.9/10.
How Los Altos Elementary Compares
See how Los Altos Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
12001 Bona Vista Ln., Whittier, CA 90604
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Los Altos Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. CARDEN ACADEMY OF WHITTIER (rated 7.1/10, 1.6 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is Ceres Elementary (rated 6.9/10, 1.1 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Gardenhill Elementary (rated 6.7/10, 0.8 miles away, in nearby La Mirada), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Whittier, see our Whittier schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.8 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| ST PAUL OF THE CROSS SCHOOL La Mirada | 0.8 mi | 5.9 |
| St. Paul of the Cross Elementary La Mirada | 0.8 mi | — |
| Foster Road Elementary La Mirada | 0.8 mi | 5.0 |
| ST GREGORY THE GREAT SCHOOL Whittier | 0.9 mi | 3.8 |
| St. Gregory the Great Whittier | 0.9 mi | — |
| Loma Vista Elementary Whittier | 0.8 mi | 5.8 |
| Gardenhill Elementary La Mirada | 0.8 mi | 6.7 |
| La Colima Elementary Whittier | 0.9 mi | 5.6 |
| Ceres Elementary Whittier | 1.1 mi | 6.9 |
| Arlie F. Hutchinson Middle La Mirada | 1.2 mi | 8.0 |
| Howard J. McKibben Elementary Whittier | 1.2 mi | 5.7 |
| Carmela Elementary Whittier | 1.2 mi | 5.6 |
| CARDEN ACADEMY OF WHITTIER Whittier | 1.6 mi | 7.1 |
| Carden Academy of Whittier Whittier | 1.6 mi | — |
| California High Whittier | 1.7 mi | 8.0 |
| Mulberry Elementary Whittier | 1.7 mi | 6.2 |
| John H. Glenn High Norwalk | 1.5 mi | 6.7 |
| Heights Christian Schools, Bluefield Campus La Mirada | 1.5 mi | — |
| Hillview Middle Whittier | 1.7 mi | 8.1 |
| Lake Marie Elementary Whittier | 1.8 mi | 6.7 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 90604 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$101,104
Median Home Value
$684,400
Median Rent
$1,809/mo
Population
39,378
College Educated
23.4%
Homeownership
63.8%
Avg Commute
32.3 min
Poverty Rate
5.9%
Median Age
36.2
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|---|---|
| ADVENTURE CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Roseville, CA | 6.1 |
| Aeolian Elementary Whittier, CA | 6.1 |
| Angier Elementary San Diego, CA | 6.1 |
| Bay View Elementary Santa Cruz, CA | 6.1 |
| Betty Plasencia Elementary Los Angeles, CA | 6.1 |
| Bishop Elementary Sunnyvale, CA | 6.1 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Los Altos Elementary
What grades does Los Altos Elementary serve?
Los Altos Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 6th.
How many students attend Los Altos Elementary?
Los Altos Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 496 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Los Altos Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Los Altos Elementary is 21.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Los Altos Elementary rank in CA?
Los Altos Elementary ranks #5,339 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Los Altos Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Los Altos Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.1 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 Los Altos Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Los Altos Elementary has 31% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 30% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Los Altos Elementary a charter school?
No, Los Altos Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Los Altos Elementary a Title I school?
No, Los Altos Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Los Altos Elementary?
89.1% of students at Los Altos 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
- 496
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 21.6:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 23
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 89.1%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Los Angeles County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 35.7%
- Phone
- (562) 941-3711
Resources & Links
District
South Whittier Elementary- District Enrollment
- 2,272
- Schools in District
- 6
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $22,771
- District Rank
- #3 of 6
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