Serving 560 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Las Positas Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 43% (which is higher than the California state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 39% (which is lower than the California state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 23:1 is higher than the California state level of 22:1.
Minority enrollment is 89% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 560 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 23:1
- Minority Enrollment: 89%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 43% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 39% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Las Positas Elementary School's student population of 560 students has grown by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 24 teachers has grown by 14% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
560 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
24 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Las Positas Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 9,602 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Las Positas Elementary School is 0.41, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.64. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#3952 out of 9602 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
43%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
39%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
23:1
22:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
7%
12%
Hispanic
76%
55%
Black
1%
5%
White
11%
21%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
64%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
12%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Las Positas Elementary School's ranking?
Las Positas Elementary School is ranked #3952 out of 9,602 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in California.
What schools are Las Positas Elementary School often compared to?
Las Positas Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Olita Elementary School, Walnut Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
43% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CA state average), while 39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Las Positas Elementary School?
560 students attend Las Positas Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
76% of Las Positas Elementary School students are Hispanic, 11% of students are White, 7% of students are Asian, 4% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Las Positas Elementary School?
Las Positas Elementary School has a student ration of 23:1, which is higher than the California state average of 22:1.
What grades does Las Positas Elementary School offer ?
Las Positas Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Las Positas Elementary School part of?
Las Positas Elementary School is part of La Habra City Elementary School District.
School Calendar
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Date
Last Day of School (Minimum Day)
May 29, 2025 (Thursday)
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