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5 schools in Santa Fe Springs

California · Public K-12

5 public K-12 schools operate inside Santa Fe Springs, with combined enrollment of about 3,597 students (3 elementary, 1 middle, and 1 high).

7-year change in Santa Fe Springs

SY 2017-18 vs SY 2024-25
Total enrollment
3,597
-1,001 (-22%) vs SY 2017-18
School count
5
0 (0%) vs SY 2017-18
% White
4%
was 4%
% Hispanic
92%
was 92%
% Black
1%
was 2%
% Asian
3%
was 2%
Source: NCES Common Core of Data, enrollment-weighted demographic averages
NameLevelGradesEnrollment
Jersey Avenue ElementaryElementaryKG-05260
Lake Center MiddleMiddle06-08708
Lakeview ElementaryElementaryKG-05457
Rancho Santa Gertrudes ElementaryElementaryKG-06307
Santa Fe HighHigh09-121,865

About Santa Fe Springs

Public education in Santa Fe Springs, California runs across 5 schools that serves roughly 3,597 students. By footprint, Santa Fe Springs sits in the rural-scale bracket.

Looking at the level breakdown, the city is made up of 3 elementary, 1 middle, and 1 high.

Schools in Santa Fe Springs average about 719 students each, 24% meaningfully above the California norm.

Trend over the past 7 years. Combined enrollment now sits at 3,597 students, declined 22% from the 4,598 reported in SY 2017-18.

On this page, the community for Santa Fe Springs discusses enrollment trends, district policy changes, and bus-route updates. Posts come from current and former families, staff, and alumni.

Frequently asked questions

How many K-12 schools are in Santa Fe Springs, California?
There are 5 public K-12 schools in Santa Fe Springs, with a combined enrollment of about 3,597.
How many elementary, middle, and high schools are in Santa Fe Springs?
Santa Fe Springs has 3 elementary, 1 middle, 1 high public schools.
What is the largest public school in Santa Fe Springs?
Santa Fe High is the largest public school in Santa Fe Springs by enrollment, with approximately 1,865 students.
What school districts serve Santa Fe Springs?
Santa Fe Springs is served by 3 public school districts, including Little Lake City Elementary, Los Nietos, Whittier Union High.
What grade levels do public schools in Santa Fe Springs cover?
Public schools in Santa Fe Springs serve students from kindergarten through grade 12.