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Best La Mirada Public Schools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there are 10 public schools serving 5,534 students in La Mirada, CA (there are 7 private schools, serving 1,618 private students). 79% of all K-12 students in La Mirada, CA are educated in public schools (compared to the CA state average of 90%).
The top-ranked public schools in La Mirada, CA are Gardenhill Elementary School, Eastwood Elementary School and Escalona Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
La Mirada, CA public schools have an average math proficiency score of 39% (versus the California public school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 55% (versus the 47% statewide average). Schools in La Mirada have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of California public schools.
Minority enrollment is 89% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the California public school average of 80% (majority Hispanic).

Best Public Schools in La Mirada, CA (2026)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Gardenhill Elementary School
(Math: 59% | Reading: 63%)
Rank:
9/
10
Top 20%
14607 East Gardenhill Dr.
La Mirada, CA 90638
(562) 210-2840
Gr: K-5 | 633 students Student-teacher ratio: 24:1 Minority enrollment: 89%
Rank: #22.
Eastwood Elementary School
(Math: 56% | Reading: 61%)
Rank:
9/
10
Top 20%
15730 Pescados Dr.
La Mirada, CA 90638
(562) 210-2650
Gr: K-5 | 351 students Student-teacher ratio: 23:1 Minority enrollment: 87%
Rank: #33.
Escalona Elementary School
(Math: 50% | Reading: 62%)
Rank:
9/
10
Top 20%
15135 Escalona Rd.
La Mirada, CA 90638
(562) 210-2745
Gr: K-5 | 424 students Student-teacher ratio: 22:1 Minority enrollment: 86%
Rank: #44.
La Mirada High School
(Math: 31% | Reading: 72%)
Rank:
8/
10
Top 30%
13520 Adelfa Dr.
La Mirada, CA 90638
(562) 210-3315
Gr: 9-12 | 1,726 students Student-teacher ratio: 24:1 Minority enrollment: 88%
Rank: #55.
Arlie F. Hutchinson Middle School
(Math: 42% | Reading: 51%)
Rank:
7/
10
Top 50%
13900 Estero Rd.
La Mirada, CA 90638
(562) 210-2945
Gr: 6-8 | 646 students Student-teacher ratio: 22:1 Minority enrollment: 91%
Rank: #6 - 76. - 7.
Foster Road Elementary School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
7/
10
Top 50%
13930 East Foster Rd.
La Mirada, CA 90638
(562) 210-2790
Gr: K-5 | 246 students Student-teacher ratio: 25:1 Minority enrollment: 95%
Rank: #6 - 76. - 7.
La Pluma Elementary School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
7/
10
Top 50%
14420 La Pluma Dr.
La Mirada, CA 90638
(562) 210-3205
Gr: K-5 | 284 students Student-teacher ratio: 24:1 Minority enrollment: 86%
Rank: #88.
John Foster Dulles Elementary School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
7/
10
Top 50%
12726 Meadowgreen Rd.
La Mirada, CA 90638
(562) 210-2610
Gr: K-5 | 250 students Student-teacher ratio: 23:1 Minority enrollment: 85%
Rank: #99.
Reginald M. Benton Middle School
(Math: 24% | Reading: 49%)
Rank:
6/
10
Top 50%
15709 East Olive Branch Rd.
La Mirada, CA 90638
(562) 210-2500
Gr: 6-8 | 718 students Student-teacher ratio: 26:1 Minority enrollment: 86%
Rank: #1010.
El Camino High (Continuation School)
Alternative School
(Math: ≤5% | Reading: 10-14%)
Rank:
1/
10
Bottom 50%
14640 Mercado Ave.
La Mirada, CA 90638
(562) 210-3595
Gr: 9-12 | 256 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 94%

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public schools in La Mirada, CA?
The top-ranked public schools in La Mirada, CA include Gardenhill Elementary School, Eastwood Elementary School and Escalona Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in La Mirada?
10 public schools are located in La Mirada.
What percentage of students in La Mirada go to public school?
79% of all K-12 students in La Mirada are educated in public schools (compared to the CA state average of 90%).
What is the racial composition of students in La Mirada?
La Mirada public schools minority enrollment is 89% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the California public schools average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Which public schools in La Mirada are often viewed compared to one another?

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