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Twin Lakes Elementary

Middle School · Mountain View Elementary

3900 Gilman Rd., EL Monte, CA 91732

Enrollment

576

Student-Teacher

18.6:1

Score

5.4

Grades

2nd – 8th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

California schools

#6,620 of 9,539

In EL Monte

#20 of 25

public schools

In district

#4 of 8

Mountain View Elementary

School environment

9.2 / 10

Excellent

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Twin Lakes Elementary

5.4/10

Middle School in EL Monte · grades 2nd – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

La Primaria Elementary

4.0/10

0.4 mi away. Use as a geographic alternative in the same move search.

Fernando R. Ledesma Continuation High

3.5/10

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About Twin Lakes Elementary

Twin Lakes Elementary is a public middle school in EL Monte, CA, part of Mountain View Elementary. Twin Lakes Elementary serves approximately 576 students, and covers grades 2nd-8th, and has a 18.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Twin Lakes Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.4 out of 10 and ranks #6,620 of 9,539 schools in CA.

Structured state assessment records for Twin Lakes Elementary show 28% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 33% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

How it compares1.1 pts below CA schools
  • This school 5.4 · Average
  • CA avg 6.5

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress4.7Below Average40%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data12
Annual Change-1.84 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2024
TrendDeclining
Academics3.5Needs Improvement35%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency17.6% (2024 CAASPP)
Reading/ELA Proficiency23.1% (2024 CAASPP)
Math vs. State Avg-28.1 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-19.7 pts
Overall Proficiency20% (2024 CAASPP, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)36% (model expectation from 2024 CAASPP)
vs. Expected-15.5 pts
Adjusted Percentile16th
Resources & Environment9.2Excellent25%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio18.6:1
Per-Pupil Spending$23,188
Chronic Absenteeism28.6%

Twin Lakes Elementary — Students at Twin Lakes Elementary score 20% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 36%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

68.4%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)

Math Proficiency 27.5% (multi-year average, 2009-2024)
School
State
36.8% (2024 CAASPP)
ELA Proficiency 32.6% (multi-year average, 2009-2024)
School
State
45.8% (2024 CAASPP)

Based on 36 test records from CA state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
52%
ELA
41%
2010
Math
55%
ELA
47%
2011
Math
43%
ELA
48%
2012
Math
45%
ELA
42%
2014
Math
20%
ELA
31%
2015
Math
23%
ELA
34%
2016
Math
26%
ELA
38%
2017
Math
27%
ELA
35%
2018
Math
27%
ELA
37%
2019
Math
27%
ELA
37%
2022
Math
13.9%
ELA
29.3%
2024
Math
19.4%
ELA
24%

Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 4.7/10.

How Twin Lakes Elementary Compares

See how Twin Lakes Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
5.4/10
31th percentile in CA
Academic
3.5/10
Needs Improvement
Growth
4.7/10
Below Average
Environment
9.2/10
Excellent
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
68%
Teaching Staff
19:1 student-teacher ratio
31 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
28.6%

Programs & Offerings

Gifted & Talented Program Available
This school offers a gifted and talented program for qualifying students. · CRDC 2021-22

Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more

Location

3900 Gilman Rd., EL Monte, CA 91732

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Twin Lakes Elementary may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Sierra Vista Middle (rated 7.7/10, 1.5 miles away, in nearby Baldwin Park), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Torch Middle (rated 6.1/10, 1.5 miles away, in nearby La Puente), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in EL Monte, see our EL Monte schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 1.6 mi
School Distance Rating
La Primaria Elementary El Monte 0.4 mi 4.0
Fernando R. Ledesma Continuation High El Monte 0.5 mi 3.5
De Anza Elementary Baldwin Park 0.5 mi 6.4
Thompson Elementary El Monte 0.8 mi
Durfee Elementary El Monte 0.8 mi 9.0
Baker Elementary El Monte 0.7 mi 5.0
Opportunities for Learning - Baldwin Park Covina 0.8 mi 5.8
Mountain View High El Monte 1.2 mi 6.5
Willard F. Payne Elementary El Monte 1.2 mi 4.8
Tracy Elementary Baldwin Park 1.2 mi 5.0
Cherrylee Elementary El Monte 1.6 mi 7.0
Wright Elementary El Monte 1.4 mi 8.6
NEW LIFE CHRISTIAN SCHOOL El Monte 1.4 mi 5.4
Torch Middle La Puente 1.5 mi 6.1
Sierra Vista High Baldwin Park 1.4 mi 7.7
Parkview Elementary El Monte 1.6 mi 5.2
Sierra Vista Middle Baldwin Park 1.5 mi 7.7
Maxson Elementary El Monte 1.7 mi 6.1
Legore Elementary El Monte 1.6 mi 9.3
Columbia Elementary El Monte 1.6 mi 6.9

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 91732 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$67,172

Median Home Value

$628,400

Median Rent

$1,752/mo

Population

58,056

College Educated

15.3%

Homeownership

43.6%

Avg Commute

28.9 min

Poverty Rate

16.8%

Median Age

38.3

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Twin Lakes Elementary

What grades does Twin Lakes Elementary serve?

Twin Lakes Elementary serves students in grades 2nd through 8th.

How many students attend Twin Lakes Elementary?

Twin Lakes Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 576 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Twin Lakes Elementary?

The student-teacher ratio at Twin Lakes Elementary is 18.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Twin Lakes Elementary rank in CA?

Twin Lakes Elementary ranks #6,620 of 9,539 schools in CA.

What is Twin Lakes Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?

Twin Lakes Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.4 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 Twin Lakes Elementary?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Twin Lakes Elementary has 28% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 33% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

Is Twin Lakes Elementary a charter school?

No, Twin Lakes Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Twin Lakes Elementary a Title I school?

No, Twin Lakes Elementary is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Twin Lakes Elementary?

68.4% of students at Twin Lakes 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.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
32 Car-Dependent
Transit Score
42 Some Transit
Bike Score
52 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
2nd – 8th
Enrollment
576
Student-Teacher Ratio
18.6:1
Teachers (FTE)
31
Free/Reduced Lunch
68.4%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Los Angeles County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
28.6%

District

Mountain View Elementary
District Enrollment
4,642
Schools in District
8
Per-Pupil Spending
$23,188
District Rank
#4 of 8

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