Serving 681 students in grades 5-6, Dana ranks in the top 20% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 57% (which is higher than the California state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 66% (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 46% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the California state average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 5-6
- Enrollment: 681 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 24:1
- Minority Enrollment: 46%
- Math Proficiency: 57%
- Reading Proficiency: 66%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Dana's student population of 681 students has declined by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 28 teachers has declined by 15% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 5-6
Total Students
681 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
28 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
The diversity score of Dana is 0.62, which is less 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)57%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)66%
51%
Student : Teacher Ratio
24:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
3%
12%
Hispanic
29%
56%
Black
3%
5%
White
54%
21%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
11%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
25%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
12%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are Dana often compared to?
Danais often viewed alongside schools like Ocean Beach Elementary School, La Jolla Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
57% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% CA state average), while 66% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% CA state average).
How many students attend Dana?
681 students attend Dana.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
54% of Dana students are White, 29% of students are Hispanic, 11% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Asian, and 3% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Dana?
Dana has a student ration of 24:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Dana offer ?
Dana offers enrollment in grades 5-6
What school district is Dana part of?
Dana is part of San Diego Unified School District.
In what neighborhood is Dana located?
Dana is located in the Point Loma neighborhood of San Diego, CA. There are 12 other public schools located in Point Loma.
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Last Day of School; Minimum Day
June 06, 2024 (Thursday)
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