Serving 540 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Dolores Huerta 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%) for the 2018-2019 school year.
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 43% (which is higher than the California state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50% (which is lower than the California state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 23:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 540 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 23:1
- Math Proficiency: 43%
- Reading Proficiency: 50%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Dolores Huerta Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Dolores Huerta Elementary School's student population of 540 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 24 teachers has declined by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
540 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
24 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
The diversity score of Dolores Huerta Elementary School is 0.04, 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)43%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)50%
51%
Student : Teacher Ratio
23:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
12%
Hispanic
98%
56%
Black
n/a
5%
White
n/a
21%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
84%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are Dolores Huerta Elementary School often compared to?
Dolores Huerta Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Oak Street Elementary School, Moffett Elementary School, Melrose Avenue Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
43% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% CA state average), while 50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% CA state average).
How many students attend Dolores Huerta Elementary School?
540 students attend Dolores Huerta Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
98% of Dolores Huerta Elementary School students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Dolores Huerta Elementary School?
Dolores Huerta Elementary School has a student ration of 23:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Dolores Huerta Elementary School offer ?
Dolores Huerta Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Dolores Huerta Elementary School part of?
Dolores Huerta Elementary School is part of Lennox School District.
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