Serving 524 students in grades Kindergarten-6, La Mesa Dale 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 32% (which is lower than the California state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 44% (which is lower than the California state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 28:1 is higher than the California state level of 22:1.
Minority enrollment is 79% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is equal to the California state average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Kindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 524 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 28:1
- Minority Enrollment: 79%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 32% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 44% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
La Mesa Dale Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
La Mesa Dale Elementary School's student population of 524 students has grown by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 19 teachers has grown by 11% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
Total Students
524 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
19 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
La Mesa Dale Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 9,602 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of La Mesa Dale Elementary School is 0.69, 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
#4218 out of 9602 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
32%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
44%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
28:1
22:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
7%
12%
Hispanic
49%
55%
Black
16%
5%
White
21%
21%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
54%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
18%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is La Mesa Dale Elementary School's ranking?
La Mesa Dale Elementary School is ranked #4218 out of 9,602 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in California.
What schools are La Mesa Dale Elementary School often compared to?
La Mesa Dale Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Jcs - Manzanita by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
32% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CA state average), while 44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend La Mesa Dale Elementary School?
524 students attend La Mesa Dale Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
49% of La Mesa Dale Elementary School students are Hispanic, 21% of students are White, 16% of students are Black, 7% of students are Asian, and 7% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of La Mesa Dale Elementary School?
La Mesa Dale Elementary School has a student ration of 28:1, which is higher than the California state average of 22:1.
What grades does La Mesa Dale Elementary School offer ?
La Mesa Dale Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6
What school district is La Mesa Dale Elementary School part of?
La Mesa Dale Elementary School is part of La Mesa-Spring Valley School District.
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