Arroyo High School, located in El Monte, California, United States, is a school in the El Monte Union High School District. The attendance area served by Arroyo High School consists of four different communities: El Monte, Temple City, Arcadia, and an unincorporated area of Los Angeles County.
Serving 1,638 students in grades 9-12, Arroyo High School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 38% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 66% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 21:1 is equal to the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,638 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 21:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Graduation Rate: 92% (Top 30% in CA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: 38% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 66% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 29% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Arroyo High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Arroyo High School's student population of 1,638 students has declined by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 78 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
1,638 students
Total Classroom Teachers
78 teachers
Year Founded
1955
Colors
Black, Columbia blue
School Motto
Empower and Motivate
School Rankings
Arroyo High School ranks within the top 30% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Arroyo High School is 0.42, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.63. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#2359 out of 9523 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
38%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
66%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
29%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
21:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
25%
12%
Hispanic
72%
56%
Black
n/a
5%
White
2%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
92%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
72%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
12%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Eagle
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Arroyo High School's ranking?
Arroyo High School is ranked #2359 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in California.
What schools are Arroyo High School often compared to?
Arroyo High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Rosemead High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
38% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 66% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Arroyo High School?
The graduation rate of Arroyo High School is 92%, which is higher than the California state average of 87%.
How many students attend Arroyo High School?
1,638 students attend Arroyo High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
72% of Arroyo High School students are Hispanic, 25% of students are Asian, 2% of students are White, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Arroyo High School?
Arroyo High School has a student ration of 21:1, which is equal to the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Arroyo High School offer ?
Arroyo High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Arroyo High School part of?
Arroyo High School is part of El Monte Union High School District.
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