Serving 425 students in grades Kindergarten-6, Olita Elementary School ranks in the top 50% 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 46% (which is lower than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 22:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 85% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 425 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 22:1
- Minority Enrollment: 85%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 38% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 46% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 25-29% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Olita Elementary School's student population of 425 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 19 teachers has grown by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
Total Students
425 students
Total Classroom Teachers
19 teachers
Year Founded
1959
School Rankings
Olita Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Olita Elementary School is 0.48, 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
#3691 out of 9523 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
38%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
46%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
22:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
7%
12%
Hispanic
70%
56%
Black
1%
5%
White
15%
20%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
6%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
41%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
18%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Lowell Joint School District
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Olita Elementary School's ranking?
Olita Elementary School is ranked #3691 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in California.
What schools are Olita Elementary School often compared to?
Olita Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Las Lomas Elementary School, Las Positas Elementary School, El Portal Elementary 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 46% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Olita Elementary School?
425 students attend Olita Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
70% of Olita Elementary School students are Hispanic, 15% of students are White, 7% of students are Asian, 6% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Olita Elementary School?
Olita Elementary School has a student ration of 22:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Olita Elementary School offer ?
Olita Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6
What school district is Olita Elementary School part of?
Olita Elementary School is part of Lowell Joint School District.
In what neighborhood is Olita Elementary School located?
Olita Elementary School is located in the Los Nietos neighborhood of La Habra, CA. There are 2 other public schools located in Los Nietos.
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