Serving 562 students in grades Kindergarten-6, Dunsmore Elementary School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 74% (which is higher than the California state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 74% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 22:1 is equal to the California state level of 22:1.
Minority enrollment is 64% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the California state average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Kindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 562 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 22:1
- Minority Enrollment: 64%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 74% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 74% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Dunsmore 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
Diversity
School Overview
Dunsmore Elementary School's student population of 562 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 25 teachers has grown by 13% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
Total Students
562 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
25 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Dunsmore 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 Dunsmore Elementary School is 0.72, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.64. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#616 out of 9602 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
74%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
74%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
22:1
22:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
30%
12%
Hispanic
11%
55%
Black
n/a
5%
White
36%
21%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
23%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
17%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Dunsmore Elementary School's ranking?
Dunsmore Elementary School is ranked #616 out of 9,602 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in California.
What schools are Dunsmore Elementary School often compared to?
Dunsmore Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Valley View Elementary School, Abraham Lincoln Elementary School, Verdugo Woodlands Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
74% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CA state average), while 74% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Dunsmore Elementary School?
562 students attend Dunsmore Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
36% of Dunsmore Elementary School students are White, 30% of students are Asian, 23% of students are Two or more races, and 11% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Dunsmore Elementary School?
Dunsmore Elementary School has a student ration of 22:1, which is equal to the California state average of 22:1.
What grades does Dunsmore Elementary School offer ?
Dunsmore Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6
What school district is Dunsmore Elementary School part of?
Dunsmore Elementary School is part of Glendale Unified School District.
In what neighborhood is Dunsmore Elementary School located?
Dunsmore Elementary School is located in the Crescenta Highlands neighborhood of La Crescenta, CA. There are 3 other public schools located in Crescenta Highlands.
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