Serving 566 students in grades Kindergarten-6, Lange (Dorothea) 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%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 31% (which is lower than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 41% (which is lower 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 59% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 566 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 22:1
- Minority Enrollment: 59%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 31% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 41% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Lange (Dorothea) Elementary School's student population of 566 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 26 teachers has grown by 13% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
Total Students
566 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
26 teachers
School Motto
‘Ensuring an engaging and student-centered education that will inspire and prepare all learners in a safe environment.’
School Rankings
Lange (Dorothea) 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 Lange (Dorothea) Elementary School is 0.54, 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
#4634 out of 9523 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
31%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
41%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
22:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
12%
Hispanic
54%
56%
Black
n/a
5%
White
41%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
53%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
14%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Lange (Dorothea) Elementary School's ranking?
Lange (Dorothea) Elementary School is ranked #4634 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in California.
What schools are Lange (Dorothea) Elementary School often compared to?
Lange (Dorothea) Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Dana Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
31% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 41% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Lange (Dorothea) Elementary School?
566 students attend Lange (Dorothea) Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
54% of Lange (Dorothea) Elementary School students are Hispanic, 41% of students are White, and 5% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Lange (Dorothea) Elementary School?
Lange (Dorothea) Elementary School has a student ration of 22:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Lange (Dorothea) Elementary School offer ?
Lange (Dorothea) Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6
What school district is Lange (Dorothea) Elementary School part of?
Lange (Dorothea) Elementary School is part of Lucia Mar Unified School District.
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November 24, 2025 (Monday)
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November 26, 2025 (Wednesday)
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November 27, 2025 (Thursday)
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November 28, 2025 (Friday)
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