Serving 499 students in grades Kindergarten-6, La Paloma Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 44% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 51% (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 80% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is equal to the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 499 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 22:1
- Minority Enrollment: 80%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 44% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 51% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
La Paloma Elementary School's student population of 499 students has grown by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 23 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
Total Students
499 students
Total Classroom Teachers
23 teachers
School Motto
Growing Greatness and Cultivating Tomorrow’s Leaders
School Rankings
La Paloma 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 Paloma Elementary School is 0.46, 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.
Overall Testing Rank
#2941 out of 9523 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
44%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
51%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
22:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
12%
Hispanic
71%
56%
Black
1%
5%
White
20%
20%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
6%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)37.5%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
65%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
13%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is La Paloma Elementary School's ranking?
La Paloma Elementary School is ranked #2941 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in California.
What schools are La Paloma Elementary School often compared to?
La Paloma Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Live Oak Elementary School, William H. Frazier Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 51% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend La Paloma Elementary School?
499 students attend La Paloma Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
71% of La Paloma Elementary School students are Hispanic, 20% of students are White, 6% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Asian, 1% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of La Paloma Elementary School?
La Paloma Elementary School has a student ration of 22:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does La Paloma Elementary School offer ?
La Paloma Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6
What school district is La Paloma Elementary School part of?
La Paloma Elementary School is part of Fallbrook Union Elementary School District.
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