Serving 537 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 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 72% (which is higher than the California state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 77% (which is higher than the California state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 20:1 is lower than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 65% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the California state average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Kindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 537 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 65%
- Math Proficiency: 72%
- Reading Proficiency: 77%
- 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
Diversity
School Overview
Dunsmore Elementary School's student population of 537 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 27 teachers has grown by 22% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
Total Students
537 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
27 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
The diversity score of Dunsmore Elementary School is 0.73, 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)72%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)77%
51%
Student : Teacher Ratio
20:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
29%
12%
Hispanic
11%
56%
Black
n/a
5%
White
35%
21%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
25%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
13%
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 Dunsmore Elementary School often compared to?
Dunsmore Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Valley View Elementary School, Abraham Lincoln Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
72% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% CA state average), while 77% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% CA state average).
How many students attend Dunsmore Elementary School?
537 students attend Dunsmore Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
35% of Dunsmore Elementary School students are White, 29% of students are Asian, 25% 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 20:1, which is lower than the California state average of 21:1.
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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