Serving 346 students in grades Kindergarten-5, La Presa Elementary School ranks in the bottom 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 25% (which is lower than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 34% (which is lower than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 25:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 90% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 346 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 25:1
- Minority Enrollment: 90%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 25% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 34% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 11-19% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: La Presa Elementary serves the south part of Spring Valley, CA, covering an area of approximately 3.3 square miles. Most students live within a 5-10 minute drive, with an average distance of 1.2 miles to the school's edge and some residing as far as 1.8 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
La Presa Elementary School's student population of 346 students has declined by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 14 teachers has declined by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
346 students
Total Classroom Teachers
14 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
Whole Child is Nurtured in a Fun and Caring Learning Environment
School Rankings
La Presa Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of La Presa Elementary School is 0.48, 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
#5875 out of 9523 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
34%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
11-19%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
25:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
7%
12%
Hispanic
71%
56%
Black
7%
5%
White
10%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)46%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
67%
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 Presa Elementary School's ranking?
La Presa Elementary School is ranked #5875 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in California.
What schools are La Presa Elementary School often compared to?
La Presa Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Kempton Street Literacy Academy by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
25% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 34% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend La Presa Elementary School?
346 students attend La Presa Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
71% of La Presa Elementary School students are Hispanic, 10% of students are White, 7% of students are Asian, 7% of students are Black, and 5% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of La Presa Elementary School?
La Presa Elementary School has a student ration of 25:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does La Presa Elementary School offer ?
La Presa Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is La Presa Elementary School part of?
La Presa Elementary School is part of La Mesa-Spring Valley School District.
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