Serving 3,055 students in grades 9-12, Los Alamitos High School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 57% (which is higher than the California state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 82% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 25:1 is higher than the California state level of 22:1.
Minority enrollment is 58% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the California state average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 3,055 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 25:1
- Minority Enrollment: 58%
- Graduation Rate: 98% (Top 5% in CA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10%
- Math Proficiency: 57% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 82% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 45% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Los Alamitos High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Graduation Rate
Diversity
School Overview
Los Alamitos High School's student population of 3,055 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 121 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
3,055 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
121 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Los Alamitos High 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 High 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
#792 out of 9602 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
57%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
82%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
25:1
22:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
17%
12%
Hispanic
28%
55%
Black
3%
5%
White
42%
21%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
9%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
98%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
14%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
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 High School's ranking?
Los Alamitos High School is ranked #792 out of 9,602 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in California.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
57% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CA state average), while 82% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Los Alamitos High School?
The graduation rate of Los Alamitos High School is 98%, which is higher than the California state average of 87%.
How many students attend Los Alamitos High School?
3,055 students attend Los Alamitos High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
42% of Los Alamitos High School students are White, 28% of students are Hispanic, 17% of students are Asian, 9% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Los Alamitos High School?
Los Alamitos High School has a student ration of 25:1, which is higher than the California state average of 22:1.
What grades does Los Alamitos High School offer ?
Los Alamitos High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Los Alamitos High School part of?
Los Alamitos High School is part of Los Alamitos Unified School District.
School Reviews
5 4/11/2022
Los Alamitos High School is an amazing school. There is a large variety of sports teams, activities, and clubs to get involved in. The academic standards are high across the board and the teachers are engaged in teaching. Some words of caution, if your child is unmotivated, needs a lot of direction, and struggles with large environments this may present challenges. Overall very pleased.
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