Serving 493 students in grades Kindergarten-6, La Paloma 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 36% (which is higher than the California state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 51% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 20:1 is lower than the California state level of 22:1.
Minority enrollment is 75% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the California state average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Kindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 493 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 75%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 36% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 51% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
La Paloma Elementary School's student population of 493 students has declined by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 25 teachers has grown by 8% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
Total Students
493 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
25 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
La Paloma 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 Paloma Elementary School is 0.46, which is less 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
#3410 out of 9602 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
36%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
51%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
20:1
22:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
12%
Hispanic
69%
55%
Black
1%
5%
White
25%
21%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
3%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
63%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
13%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is La Paloma Elementary School's ranking?
La Paloma Elementary School is ranked #3410 out of 9,602 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in California.
What schools are La Paloma Elementary School often compared to?
La Paloma Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Live Oak Elementary School, William H. Frazier Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
36% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CA state average), while 51% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend La Paloma Elementary School?
493 students attend La Paloma Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
69% of La Paloma Elementary School students are Hispanic, 25% of students are White, 3% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Asian, 1% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of La Paloma Elementary School?
La Paloma Elementary School has a student ration of 20:1, which is lower than the California state average of 22:1.
What grades does La Paloma Elementary School offer ?
La Paloma Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6
What school district is La Paloma Elementary School part of?
La Paloma Elementary School is part of Fallbrook Union Elementary School District.
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