Serving 460 students in grades Kindergarten-5, La Mesa Dale Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 28% (which is lower than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 44% (which is lower than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 26:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 78% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 460 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 26:1
- Minority Enrollment: 78%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 28% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 44% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: La Mesa Dale Elementary serves the west part of La Mesa, CA, covering an area of approximately 1.2 square miles. Most families live within a 5-10 minute drive, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone being about 1.2 miles from the school.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
La Mesa Dale Elementary School's student population of 460 students has declined by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 18 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
460 students
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
18 teachers
Showing 2014–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
La Mesa Dale Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of La Mesa Dale Elementary School is 0.68, 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
#4578 out of 9523 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2011–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
28%
34%
Showing 2011–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
44%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
26:1
21:1
Showing 2014–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
6%
12%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
50%
56%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
11%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
22%
20%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
11%
6%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)31.3%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
53%
54%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
15%
8%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is La Mesa Dale Elementary School's ranking?
La Mesa Dale Elementary School is ranked #4578 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in California.
What schools are La Mesa Dale Elementary School often compared to?
La Mesa Dale Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Jcs - Manzanita by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
28% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend La Mesa Dale Elementary School?
460 students attend La Mesa Dale Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
50% of La Mesa Dale Elementary School students are Hispanic, 22% of students are White, 11% of students are Black, 11% of students are Two or more races, and 6% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of La Mesa Dale Elementary School?
La Mesa Dale Elementary School has a student ration of 26:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does La Mesa Dale Elementary School offer ?
La Mesa Dale Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is La Mesa Dale Elementary School part of?
La Mesa Dale Elementary School is part of La Mesa-Spring Valley School District.
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