Excellent
#593 of 9,539 schools in CA
Top 6% in state
Richard Henry Lee Elementary
Elementary School · Los Alamitos Unified
11481 Foster Rd., Los Alamitos, CA 90720
Enrollment
615
Student-Teacher
25.6:1
Score
8.7
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
615
Student-Teacher
25.6:1
Score
8.7
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#593 of 9,539
In Los Alamitos
#1 of 8
public schools
In district
#1 of 9
Los Alamitos Unified
Equity
9.9 / 10
Excellent
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About Richard Henry Lee Elementary
Richard Henry Lee Elementary is a public elementary school in Los Alamitos, CA, part of Los Alamitos Unified. Richard Henry Lee Elementary serves approximately 615 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 25.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Richard Henry Lee Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.7 out of 10 and ranks #593 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Richard Henry Lee Elementary show 85% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 86% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 8.7 · Excellent
- District avg 7.9
- CA avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
Richard Henry Lee Elementary runs 25.6:1 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.
Score Breakdown
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Richard Henry Lee Elementary — Students at Richard Henry Lee Elementary score 84% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 64%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
18.9%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)
Based on 30 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: 9.3/10.
How Richard Henry Lee Elementary Compares
See how Richard Henry Lee 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
11481 Foster Rd., Los Alamitos, CA 90720
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Richard Henry Lee Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Emerson Parkside Academy (rated 9.0/10, 1.5 miles away, in nearby Long Beach), which scores slightly higher. Another option is Tincher Preparatory (rated 8.8/10, 1.2 miles away, in nearby Long Beach), with a very similar rating. Additionally, Jack L. Weaver Elementary (rated 8.5/10, 0.5 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Los Alamitos, see our Los Alamitos schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.1 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Rossmoor Elementary Los Alamitos | 0.4 mi | 8.3 |
| Jack L. Weaver Elementary Los Alamitos | 0.5 mi | 8.5 |
| Oak Middle Los Alamitos | 0.8 mi | 7.8 |
| Homeschool Learning Services Seal Beach | 1.0 mi | — |
| Atlas Crest Academy Seal Beach | 1.0 mi | — |
| Francis Hopkinson Elementary Los Alamitos | 1.1 mi | 8.4 |
| Newcomb Academy Long Beach | 1.4 mi | 8.5 |
| Los Alamitos High Los Alamitos | 1.3 mi | 7.5 |
| Tincher Preparatory Long Beach | 1.2 mi | 8.8 |
| MONTESSORI GREENHOUSE SCHOOLS Los Alamitos | 1.2 mi | — |
| LOS ALTOS GRACE BRETHREN SCHOOL Long Beach | 1.2 mi | 6.2 |
| Los Altos Classical Christian Academy Long Beach | 1.3 mi | — |
| Los Alamitos Elementary Los Alamitos | 1.3 mi | 6.5 |
| Emerson Parkside Academy Long Beach | 1.5 mi | 9.0 |
| Sharon Christa McAuliffe Middle Los Alamitos | 1.5 mi | 5.7 |
| Cubberley K-8 Long Beach | 1.7 mi | 8.2 |
| Eunice Sato Academy of Math & Science Long Beach | 1.7 mi | 8.5 |
| Millikan High Long Beach | 1.7 mi | 7.6 |
| MIRACLE LAND CHILD DEVELOPMENT CENTER Cypress | 1.8 mi | — |
| Furgeson (Venn W.) Elementary Hawaiian Gardens | 2.1 mi | 7.0 |
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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| Casita Center for Science/Math/Technology Vista, CA | 8.7 |
| Community Magnet Charter Elementary Los Angeles, CA | 8.7 |
| Creekview Ranch Roseville, CA | 8.7 |
| Curtner Elementary Milpitas, CA | 8.7 |
| D. J. Sedgwick Elementary Cupertino, CA | 8.7 |
| Dailard Elementary San Diego, CA | 8.7 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Richard Henry Lee Elementary
What grades does Richard Henry Lee Elementary serve?
Richard Henry Lee Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend Richard Henry Lee Elementary?
Richard Henry Lee Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 615 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Richard Henry Lee Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Richard Henry Lee Elementary is 25.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Richard Henry Lee Elementary rank in CA?
Richard Henry Lee Elementary ranks #593 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Richard Henry Lee Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Richard Henry Lee Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.7 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 Richard Henry Lee Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Richard Henry Lee Elementary has 85% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 86% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Richard Henry Lee Elementary a charter school?
No, Richard Henry Lee Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Richard Henry Lee Elementary a Title I school?
No, Richard Henry Lee Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Richard Henry Lee Elementary?
18.9% of students at Richard Henry Lee 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
- 615
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 25.6:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 24
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 18.9%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Orange County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 8.6%
- Phone
- (562) 799-4540
Resources & Links
District
Los Alamitos Unified- District Enrollment
- 8,931
- Schools in District
- 9
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $15,112
- District Rank
- #1 of 9
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