Wedgeworth Elementary

16949 Wedgeworth Dr.
Hacienda Heights, CA 91745

650 Students

Elementary School K - 5th

School Overview

Wedgeworth Elementary School, located in Hacienda Heights, California, is a highly regarded public school serving students in the Hacienda La Puente Unified School District. Known for its strong academic reputation, the school consistently performs well in state testing and is frequently recognized for its commitment to high educational standards. The campus serves a diverse student body, fostering an environment that emphasizes both intellectual growth and character development through a variety of instructional programs designed to meet the needs of its young learners.

The school is well-regarded for its dedicated faculty and active parent involvement, which are central to its supportive community atmosphere. Beyond core academics, Wedgeworth places a significant focus on cultivating a positive school culture, encouraging students to excel not only in the classroom but also as responsible members of their community. With a history of academic excellence and a reputation for providing a rigorous yet nurturing environment, Wedgeworth remains a cornerstone of the Hacienda Heights educational landscape.

650

Total Students

26.0

Full-Time Teachers

25.0

Student/Teacher Ratio

52.3%

Free/Reduced Lunch

Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for Wedgeworth Elementary
Demographic	Student Count
White	10
Hispanic	74
Asian	526
Two or More	38
Pacific Islander	2

Asian
526 (80.9%)
Hispanic
74 (11.4%)
Two or More
38 (5.8%)
White
10 (1.5%)
Pacific Islander
2 (0.3%)

School Location

School Details

Status:	Open
School Level:	Elementary School
School Type:	Regular School
Charter Status:*	Public Non-Charter
Virtual Instruction:	No virtual instruction
Shared Time Status:	N/A
District:	Hacienda la Puente Unified
Phone:	(626)933-8100
Grade Range:	K - 5th
Total Students:	650
Full-Time Teachers (FTE):	26.0
Pupil/Teacher Ratio:	25.0
NSLP Participation:¹	Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO)
Qualified Free Lunch:	245
Qualified Reduced Lunch:	95

* Charter Schools: A public charter school is a publicly funded school that operates independently under a legislative contract (or "charter") with a state, school district, or designated authorizing entity. Charters grant these schools greater operational flexibility over curriculum, staffing, and budgeting in exchange for strict accountability to achieve performance standards established in their charter agreement.

¹ National School Lunch Program (NSLP): The National School Lunch Program is a federally assisted meal program operating in public and nonprofit private schools. It provides nutritionally balanced, low-cost or free lunches to eligible children each school day based on household income thresholds or community eligibility options (CEO).

Title I Program Overview: Title I, Part A of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act (ESEA) allocates federal financial assistance to local educational agencies and public schools with high percentages of children from low-income families to help ensure that all children meet challenging state academic standards.

Grades Taught

Kindergarten 99

Grade 1 109

Grade 2 112

Grade 3 121

Grade 4 107

Grade 5 102