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#6739 of 9,539 schools in CA
Puente Hills High
School · Hacienda la Puente Unified
15430 Shadybend Dr., Hacienda Heights, CA 91746
Enrollment
162
Student-Teacher
7.7:1
Score
5.3
Grades
Kindergarten – 12th
Enrollment
162
Student-Teacher
7.7:1
Score
5.3
Grades
Kindergarten – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#6,739 of 9,539
In Hacienda Heights
#13 of 16
public schools
In district
#24 of 32
Hacienda la Puente Unified
Academic growth
9.5 / 10
Excellent
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About Puente Hills High
Puente Hills High is a public school in Hacienda Heights, CA, part of Hacienda la Puente Unified. Puente Hills High serves approximately 162 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-12th, and has a 7.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Puente Hills High has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.3 out of 10 and ranks #6,739 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Puente Hills High show 9% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 21% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 5.3 · Average
- District avg 6.1
- CA avg 6.3
What Parents Should Know
At 162 students, Puente Hills High is on the smaller side. That usually buys more individual attention and teachers who know every kid by name, with the trade-off of fewer electives and extracurriculars than a larger school can staff. Ask what activities it actually offers.
Test scores at Puente Hills High sit below average, but its growth scores are strong: students here make above-average progress year over year. The raw numbers haven't caught up, but a school that keeps moving kids forward is doing the harder, more important work.
At 7.7:1 students to teachers, Puente Hills High sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Score Breakdown
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Puente Hills High — Students at Puente Hills High score 23% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 38%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
65.4%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)
Based on 22 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: 9.5/10.
How Puente Hills High Compares
See how Puente Hills 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
15430 Shadybend Dr., Hacienda Heights, CA 91746
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Puente Hills High may also want to explore other schools in the area. Mesa Robles (rated 8.0/10, 1.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is La Puente High (rated 7.1/10, 1.4 miles away, in nearby La Puente), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Los Altos High (rated 6.6/10, 0.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Hacienda Heights, see our Hacienda Heights schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.4 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Valley Alternative High (Continuation) Hacienda Heights | 0.0 mi | 6.1 |
| Valley Community Day Hacienda Heights | 0.0 mi | — |
| Los Altos High Hacienda Heights | 0.3 mi | 6.6 |
| Palm Canyon Hacienda Heights | 0.4 mi | — |
| MONTESSORI SCHOOL OF HACIENDA HEIGHTS Hacienda Heights | 0.5 mi | — |
| Kwis Elementary Hacienda Heights | 0.8 mi | 5.7 |
| Newton Middle Hacienda Heights | 0.9 mi | 5.9 |
| Los Robles Academy Hacienda Heights | 0.9 mi | 3.3 |
| Palm Elementary Hacienda Heights | 0.9 mi | 3.8 |
| Goal Get It Hacienda Heights | 1.0 mi | — |
| ST MARK'S LUTHERAN SCHOOL Hacienda Heights | 1.1 mi | 6.5 |
| St. Mark's Lutheran Elementary Hacienda Heights | 1.1 mi | — |
| UNITED CHRISTIAN EDUCATION CENTER Hacienda Heights | 1.0 mi | — |
| Oxford Pentecostal Academy Hacienda Heights | 1.2 mi | — |
| Mesa Robles Hacienda Heights | 1.4 mi | 8.0 |
| New Montessori School La Puente | 1.4 mi | — |
| NEW MONTESSORI SCHOOL La Puente | 1.4 mi | — |
| La Puente High La Puente | 1.4 mi | 7.1 |
| Los Altos Elementary Hacienda Heights | 1.6 mi | 5.6 |
| NeoVerge Dream School La Puente | 1.4 mi | — |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 91746 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$84,967
Median Home Value
$603,400
Median Rent
$1,804/mo
Population
28,256
College Educated
16.4%
Homeownership
75%
Avg Commute
31.1 min
Poverty Rate
11.9%
Median Age
40
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Puente Hills High
What grades does Puente Hills High serve?
Puente Hills High serves students in grades Kindergarten through 12th.
How many students attend Puente Hills High?
Puente Hills High has an enrollment of approximately 162 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Puente Hills High?
The student-teacher ratio at Puente Hills High is 7.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Puente Hills High rank in CA?
Puente Hills High ranks #6,739 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Puente Hills High's MySchoolScout rating?
Puente Hills High has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.3 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 Puente Hills High?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Puente Hills High has 9% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 21% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Puente Hills High a charter school?
No, Puente Hills High is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Puente Hills High a Title I school?
No, Puente Hills High is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Puente Hills High?
65.4% of students at Puente Hills 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
- Kindergarten – 12th
- Enrollment
- 162
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 7.7:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 21
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 65.4%
- Type
- alternative
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Los Angeles County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 81.5%
- Phone
- (626) 933-3400
- 4-Year Graduation
- 15.0%
Resources & Links
District
Hacienda la Puente Unified- District Enrollment
- 15,767
- Schools in District
- 35
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $17,425
- District Rank
- #24 of 32
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