Needs Improvement
#9082 of 9,539 schools in CA
Sparks Elementary
Elementary School · Hacienda la Puente Unified
15151 East Temple Ave., La Puente, CA 91744
Enrollment
426
Student-Teacher
25.1:1
Score
3.4
Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Enrollment
426
Student-Teacher
25.1:1
Score
3.4
Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#9,082 of 9,539
In La Puente
#25 of 25
public schools
In district
#31 of 32
Hacienda la Puente Unified
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Sparks Elementary
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About Sparks Elementary
Sparks Elementary is a public elementary school in La Puente, CA, part of Hacienda la Puente Unified. Sparks Elementary serves approximately 426 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-6th, and has a 25.1:1 student-teacher ratio. Sparks Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.4 out of 10 and ranks #9,082 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Sparks Elementary show 41% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 39% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 3.4 · Needs Improvement
- District avg 6.0
- CA avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
Sparks Elementary runs 25.1:1 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.
37% of students at Sparks 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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Sparks Elementary — Students at Sparks Elementary score 26% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 24%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
89%
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
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 2.1/10.
How Sparks Elementary Compares
See how Sparks Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
15151 East Temple Ave., La Puente, CA 91744
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Sparks Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Workman Elementary (rated 7.1/10, 1.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is California Elementary (rated 6.3/10, 0.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Del Valle Elementary (rated 5.8/10, 0.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in La Puente, see our La Puente schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.4 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Sparks Middle La Puente | 0.2 mi | 3.9 |
| NEW MONTESSORI SCHOOL La Puente | 0.4 mi | — |
| New Montessori School La Puente | 0.4 mi | — |
| Nelson Elementary La Puente | 0.4 mi | 5.3 |
| California Elementary La Puente | 0.7 mi | 6.3 |
| ST JOSEPH SCHOOL La Puente | 0.6 mi | 5.0 |
| ST JOSEPH ELEMENTARY SCHOOL La Puente | 0.6 mi | 4.8 |
| La Puente High La Puente | 0.7 mi | 7.1 |
| HILLSIDE BAPTIST ACADEMY La Puente | 0.7 mi | — |
| CALVARY CHRISTIAN ACADEMY La Puente | 0.6 mi | — |
| Sunset La Puente | 0.8 mi | — |
| Sunset Elementary La Puente | 0.8 mi | 5.1 |
| Sierra Vista Middle La Puente | 0.8 mi | 5.8 |
| Fairgrove Academy La Puente | 0.8 mi | 4.9 |
| Del Valle Elementary La Puente | 0.9 mi | 5.8 |
| Lassalette La Puente | 1.0 mi | 5.6 |
| Workman Elementary La Puente | 1.1 mi | 7.1 |
| BISHOP AMAT MEMORIAL HIGH SCHOOL La Puente | 1.3 mi | 4.6 |
| Bishop Amat Memorial High La Puente | 1.4 mi | — |
| NeoVerge Dream School La Puente | 1.4 mi | — |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 91744 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$92,624
Median Home Value
$585,900
Median Rent
$1,873/mo
Population
78,253
College Educated
13.2%
Homeownership
69.2%
Avg Commute
30.7 min
Poverty Rate
10%
Median Age
36.3
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Sparks Elementary
What grades does Sparks Elementary serve?
Sparks Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 6th.
How many students attend Sparks Elementary?
Sparks Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 426 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Sparks Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Sparks Elementary is 25.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Sparks Elementary rank in CA?
Sparks Elementary ranks #9,082 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Sparks Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Sparks Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.4 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 Sparks Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Sparks Elementary has 41% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 39% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Sparks Elementary a charter school?
No, Sparks Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Sparks Elementary a Title I school?
No, Sparks Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Sparks Elementary?
89.0% of students at Sparks 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
- 426
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 25.1:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 17
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 89.0%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Los Angeles County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 36.6%
- Phone
- (626) 933-5100
Resources & Links
District
Hacienda la Puente Unified- District Enrollment
- 15,767
- Schools in District
- 35
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $17,425
- District Rank
- #31 of 32
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