Serving 541 students in grades Kindergarten-6, La Canada 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 23% (which is lower than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35% (which is lower than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 23:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 93% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 541 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 23:1
- Minority Enrollment: 93%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 23% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
La Canada Elementary School's student population of 541 students has declined by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 24 teachers has declined by 14% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
Total Students
541 students
Total Classroom Teachers
24 teachers
Year Founded
1985
School Calendar
Campus Size
10 acres
School Motto
La Cañada Sharks: Fierce, focused, and fearless!
School Rankings
La Canada 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 Canada Elementary School is 0.31, 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
#5949 out of 9523 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
23%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
23:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
3%
12%
Hispanic
83%
56%
Black
3%
5%
White
7%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
79%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is La Canada Elementary School's ranking?
La Canada Elementary School is ranked #5949 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in California.
What schools are La Canada Elementary School often compared to?
La Canada Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Miguelito Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
23% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 35% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend La Canada Elementary School?
541 students attend La Canada Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
83% of La Canada Elementary School students are Hispanic, 7% of students are White, 4% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Asian, and 3% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of La Canada Elementary School?
La Canada Elementary School has a student ration of 23:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does La Canada Elementary School offer ?
La Canada Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6
What school district is La Canada Elementary School part of?
La Canada Elementary School is part of Lompoc Unified School District.
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