Serving 397 students in grades Kindergarten-6, Dahlia Heights Elementary School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 60-64% (which is higher than the California state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 75-79% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 25:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 62% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 397 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 25:1
- Minority Enrollment: 62%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 70-79% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Dahlia Heights Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Dahlia Heights Elementary School's student population of 397 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 16 teachers has declined by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
Total Students
397 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
16 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Dahlia Heights Elementary School ranks within the top 10% of all 9,602 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Dahlia Heights Elementary School is 0.72, which is more 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
#797 out of 9602 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-79%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
25:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
9%
12%
Hispanic
30%
56%
Black
1%
5%
White
38%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
22%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
21%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Dahlia Heights Elementary School's ranking?
Dahlia Heights Elementary School is ranked #797 out of 9,602 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in California.
What schools are Dahlia Heights Elementary School often compared to?
Dahlia Heights Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Eagle Rock Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
60-64% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CA state average), while 75-79% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Dahlia Heights Elementary School?
397 students attend Dahlia Heights Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
38% of Dahlia Heights Elementary School students are White, 30% of students are Hispanic, 22% of students are Two or more races, 9% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Dahlia Heights Elementary School?
Dahlia Heights Elementary School has a student ration of 25:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Dahlia Heights Elementary School offer ?
Dahlia Heights Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6
What school district is Dahlia Heights Elementary School part of?
Dahlia Heights Elementary School is part of Los Angeles Unified School District.
In what neighborhood is Dahlia Heights Elementary School located?
Dahlia Heights Elementary School is located in the Eagle Rock neighborhood of Los Angeles, CA. There are 1 other public schools located in Eagle Rock.
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