Serving 589 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 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 77% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 74% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 22:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 64% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 589 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 22:1
- Minority Enrollment: 64%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 77% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 74% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 5%)
- Attendance Zone: Dunsmore Elementary serves the northern part of La Crescenta, CA, encompassing an area of approximately 1.1 square miles. Most families within this zone can expect a typical drive of 5-10 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge being about 1 mile away.
- 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
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Dunsmore Elementary School's student population of 589 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 27 teachers has grown by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
Total Students
589 students
Showing 2015–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
27 teachers
Showing 2014–2025. View full 39-year historical data
School Calendar
School Rankings
Dunsmore Elementary School ranks within the top 10% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Dunsmore Elementary School is 0.72, 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.
Overall Testing Rank
#563 out of 9523 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Showing 2011–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
77%
34%
Showing 2011–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
74%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
22:1
21:1
Showing 2014–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Asian
31%
12%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Hispanic
10%
56%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Black
1%
5%
Showing 2008–2025. View full 38-year historical data
White
36%
20%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Two or more races
22%
6%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 17-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)9.9%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
31%
54%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 34-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
8%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 27-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Dunsmore Elementary School's ranking?
Dunsmore Elementary School is ranked #563 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in California.
What schools are Dunsmore Elementary School often compared to?
Dunsmore Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Abraham Lincoln Elementary School, Valley View Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
77% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 74% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Dunsmore Elementary School?
589 students attend Dunsmore Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
36% of Dunsmore Elementary School students are White, 31% of students are Asian, 22% of students are Two or more races, 10% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Dunsmore Elementary School?
Dunsmore Elementary School has a student ration of 22:1, which is higher 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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