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La Mesa Dale Elementary

La Mesa-Spring Valley · San Diego County · 4370 Parks Avenue, La Mesa, CA 91941-5214

(619) 668-5740 · www.lmsvschools.org

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6/10
#2367
Rank 2367 out of 5,722
Top 41%
English Language Arts7/10 · #2218 · 61st percentile
Mathematics6/10 · #2597 · 55th percentile
Science6/10 · #2328 · 58th percentile

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School Overview

La Mesa Dale Elementary sits in the heart of La Mesa, a laid-back suburb just east of San Diego that feels like a small town without sacrificing city convenience. The school performs solidly in the middle of the pack, with English scores as its strongest suit, making it a reasonable fit for families who want a stable, community-rooted school without the intensity of higher-pressure districts. La Mesa itself has a charming village feel — think weekend farmers markets and tree-lined streets — and families here tend to value that relaxed, neighborhood-school vibe.

Student Demographics

200 students tested · 2024-25 school year

Ethnicity

Hispanic
104 (52%)
White
44 (22%)
African American
22 (11%)
Multiple Races
15 (8%)
Filipino
9 (5%)
Asian
5 (3%)
Other
1 (1%)

Key Indicators

English Learners34 (17%)
Socioeconomically Disadvantaged146 (73%)
Students with Disabilities44 (22%)

Staff & Teachers(2024-25)

460
Enrollment
22.5
Teachers (FTE)
20.4:1
Student-Staff Ratio
1
Administrators (FTE)
27.2
Avg Class Size*(2023-24)

Community Enrichment Programs

This supplementary score measures the availability of enrichment programs — such as tutoring, music, dance, sports, and arts — within 3 miles of the school. Schools in communities with more diverse and accessible programs score higher.

Nearby Programs9/10 · #1052 · 83rd percentile

180 programs within 3 miles. Ranked among Elementary Schools in California.

Nearby Libraries

No programs found