Serving 371 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Rolando 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 32% (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 29:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 74% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 371 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 29:1
- Minority Enrollment: 74%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 32% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 44% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-29% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Rolando Elementary serves the northwest part of La Mesa, CA, covering an area of approximately 1.4 square miles. Families in this zone can typically expect a drive of 5 to 10 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge located about 1.6 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Rolando Elementary School's student population of 371 students has declined by 21% over five school years.
The teacher population of 13 teachers has declined by 23% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
371 students
Total Classroom Teachers
13 teachers
Year Founded
1905
School Calendar
School Motto
No Excuses University
School Rankings
Rolando 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 Rolando Elementary School is 0.69, 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
#4197 out of 9523 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
32%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
44%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
29:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
8%
12%
Hispanic
48%
56%
Black
8%
5%
White
26%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
10%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)42.3%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
56%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
12%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Rolando Elementary School's ranking?
Rolando Elementary School is ranked #4197 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in California.
What schools are Rolando Elementary School often compared to?
Rolando Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Pendleton Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
32% 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 Rolando Elementary School?
371 students attend Rolando Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
48% of Rolando Elementary School students are Hispanic, 26% of students are White, 10% of students are Two or more races, 8% of students are Asian, and 8% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Rolando Elementary School?
Rolando Elementary School has a student ration of 29:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Rolando Elementary School offer ?
Rolando Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Rolando Elementary School part of?
Rolando Elementary School is part of La Mesa-Spring Valley School District.
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