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Temple City Alternative
School · Temple City Unified
9501 Lemon Ave., Temple City, CA 91780
Enrollment
27
Student-Teacher
13.5:1
Grades
Kindergarten – 12th
Enrollment
27
Student-Teacher
13.5:1
Grades
Kindergarten – 12th
Updated
2022-23
Updated 2022-23
About Temple City Alternative
Temple City Alternative is a public school in Temple City, CA, part of the Temple City Unified. The school serves approximately 27 students in grades Kindergarten – 12th with a student-teacher ratio of 13.5:1. Students demonstrate 53% proficiency in math, 18 points above the state average and 80% in reading/language arts, 33 points above the state average.
Located in a neighborhood with a median household income of $101,746, where 43% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The school is situated in a large suburban setting.
What Parents Should Know
With an enrollment of 27 students, Temple City Alternative is a smaller school where families often find a close-knit community atmosphere. Smaller settings can mean more individual attention from teachers and staff, though they may offer fewer extracurricular options than larger schools.
School Profile
Limited Data- Grades
- Kindergarten – 12th
- Enrollment
- 27 students
- Type
- Public
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 13.5:1
- Address
- 9501 Lemon Ave., Temple City, CA 91780
- Phone
- (626) 548-5243
- Data Year
- SY 2022-23
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We don't have enough verified data to rate this school fairly. This can happen when a school is very new, very small, or has limited test score reporting to the state.
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Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)
Based on 2 test records from CA state assessments. About our data
Funding & Resources
Location
9501 Lemon Ave., Temple City, CA 91780
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Temple City Alternative may also want to explore other schools in the area. Jefferson Middle (rated 9.0/10, 1.4 miles away, in nearby San Gabriel). Another option is SAN GABRIEL ACADEMY (rated 8.8/10, 1.5 miles away, in nearby San Gabriel). Additionally, Temple City High (rated 8.3/10). For more schools in Temple City, see our Temple City schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.4 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Temple City High Temple City | 0.0 mi | 8.3 |
| Oak Avenue Intermediate Temple City | 0.3 mi | 6.9 |
| Our Lady of the Angels Academy Arcadia | 0.4 mi | — |
| Longden Elementary Temple City | 0.4 mi | 6.6 |
| LEARNING TREE MONTESSORI OF ARCADIA Arcadia | 0.4 mi | — |
| Ark Christian Academy San Gabriel | 0.5 mi | — |
| ARK CHRISTIAN ACADEMY San Gabriel | 0.5 mi | 4.9 |
| OASIS TRILINGUAL COMMUNITY SCHOOL Temple City | 0.8 mi | 7.8 |
| Dr. Doug Sears Learning Center Temple City | 0.9 mi | 4.7 |
| Emperor Elementary San Gabriel | 0.9 mi | 7.4 |
| Baldwin Stocker Elementary Arcadia | 1.0 mi | 4.9 |
| St. Luke Catholic School Temple City | 1.2 mi | — |
| ALLAIS SCHOOL Arcadia | 1.1 mi | — |
| Cloverly Elementary Temple City | 1.3 mi | 7.5 |
| Hugo Reid Elementary Arcadia | 1.3 mi | 5.9 |
| Holly Avenue Elementary Arcadia | 1.2 mi | 7.5 |
| Jefferson Middle San Gabriel | 1.4 mi | 9.0 |
| SAN GABRIEL ACADEMY San Gabriel | 1.5 mi | 8.8 |
| HOLY ANGELS SCHOOL Arcadia | 1.4 mi | 7.4 |
| Holy Angels Arcadia | 1.4 mi | — |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 91780 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$101,746
Median Home Value
$922,900
Median Rent
$2,046/mo
Population
35,136
College Educated
42.6%
Homeownership
63%
Avg Commute
31.3 min
Poverty Rate
10%
Median Age
42.9
Community Profile
The community surrounding Temple City Alternative has a median household income of $101,746. It is a well-educated community where 43% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $922,900, with a median rent of $2,046/month. The area has a poverty rate of 10.0%. The average commute for residents is 31 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Temple City Alternative
What grades does Temple City Alternative serve?
Temple City Alternative serves students in grades Kindergarten through 12th.
How many students attend Temple City Alternative?
Temple City Alternative has an enrollment of approximately 27 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Temple City Alternative?
The student-teacher ratio at Temple City Alternative is 13.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
What are the test scores at Temple City Alternative?
Based on the most recent state assessment data, Temple City Alternative has 53.3% math proficiency and 80.0% reading/ELA proficiency.
Is Temple City Alternative a charter school?
No, Temple City Alternative is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Temple City Alternative a Title I school?
No, Temple City Alternative is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Temple City Alternative?
59.3% of students at Temple City Alternative qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
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Neighborhood Context
- City Safety
- Elevated (1,281/100K)
FBI UCR 2024. City-level (Temple City). Data >1 year old.
Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 12th
- Enrollment
- 27
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 13.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 2
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 59.3%
- Type
- alternative
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Los Angeles County
- Phone
- (626) 548-5243
- Data Year
- 2023–2024
Resources & Links
District
Temple City Unified- District Enrollment
- 5,253
- Schools in District
- 9
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $16,318
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