Serving 602 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Los Alamitos Elementary School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 72% (which is higher than the California state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 76% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 24:1 is higher than the California state level of 22:1.
Minority enrollment is 59% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the California state average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 602 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 24:1
- Minority Enrollment: 59%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 72% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 76% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Los Alamitos Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Los Alamitos Elementary School's student population of 602 students has declined by 17% over five school years.
The teacher population of 25 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
602 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
25 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Los Alamitos Elementary School ranks within the top 10% of all 9,602 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Los Alamitos Elementary School is 0.71, which is more 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
#588 out of 9602 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
72%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
76%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
24:1
22:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
29%
12%
Hispanic
14%
55%
Black
1%
5%
White
41%
21%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
15%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
10%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Los Alamitos Elementary School's ranking?
Los Alamitos Elementary School is ranked #588 out of 9,602 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in California.
What schools are Los Alamitos Elementary School often compared to?
Los Alamitos Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Williams Elementary School, Guadalupe Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
72% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CA state average), while 76% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Los Alamitos Elementary School?
602 students attend Los Alamitos Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
41% of Los Alamitos Elementary School students are White, 29% of students are Asian, 15% of students are Two or more races, 14% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Los Alamitos Elementary School?
Los Alamitos Elementary School has a student ration of 24:1, which is higher than the California state average of 22:1.
What grades does Los Alamitos Elementary School offer ?
Los Alamitos Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Los Alamitos Elementary School part of?
Los Alamitos Elementary School is part of San Jose Unified School District.
In what neighborhood is Los Alamitos Elementary School located?
Los Alamitos Elementary School is located in the Almaden neighborhood of San Jose, CA. There are 7 other public schools located in Almaden.
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