Serving 377 students in grades Kindergarten-6, Dahlia Heights Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 55% (which is higher than the California state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 69% (which is higher than the California state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 24:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 60% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the California state average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Kindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 377 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 24:1
- Minority Enrollment: 60%
- Math Proficiency: 55%
- Reading Proficiency: 69%
- 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
Diversity
School Overview
Dahlia Heights Elementary School's student population of 377 students has declined by 10% 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
377 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
16 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
The diversity score of Dahlia Heights Elementary School is 0.70, 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.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)55%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)69%
51%
Student : Teacher Ratio
24:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
13%
12%
Hispanic
33%
56%
Black
1%
5%
White
40%
21%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
13%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
20%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
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?
55% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% CA state average), while 69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% CA state average).
How many students attend Dahlia Heights Elementary School?
377 students attend Dahlia Heights Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
40% of Dahlia Heights Elementary School students are White, 33% of students are Hispanic, 13% of students are Asian, 13% of students are Two or more races, 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 24:1, 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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