Fred Ekstrand Elementary

Tucked into the foothills of San Dimas, Fred Ekstrand Elementary is a solid neighborhood school that consistently performs well above the state middle, with particular strengths in English and math. Families drawn to the area tend to love its small-town feel — San Dimas has a genuine community character that's rare for the greater LA area, with tree-lined streets, easy access to the San Gabriel Mountains, and a pace of life that feels a world away from the westside sprawl. For parents looking for a dependable, well-rounded elementary in a place where neighbors actually know each other, Ekstrand fits right into that picture.