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La Mesa

Monterey Peninsula Unified · Monterey County · 1 La Mesa Way, Monterey, CA 93940-4894

(831) 649-1872 · lme-mpusd-ca.schoolloop.com/

7/10
#1779
Rank 1779 out of 5,722
Top 31%
English Language Arts8/10 · #1708 · 70th percentile
Mathematics7/10 · #2104 · 63rd percentile
Science8/10 · #1403 · 75th percentile

English Language Arts

Math Trend

Science Trend

School Overview

Tucked into the storied Monterey Peninsula, La Mesa Elementary serves families who get to raise kids in one of California's most beautiful coastal communities — think foggy mornings, ocean views, and a tight-knit neighborhood feel. The school holds its own academically, with particular strength in science that makes sense given the area's deep connection to marine research and the natural world. Families drawn to an engaged community school with solid all-around academics, set against the backdrop of Monterey's charming streets and outdoor lifestyle, will find a lot to like here.

Student Demographics

311 students tested · 2024-25 school year

Ethnicity

White
134 (43%)
Hispanic
113 (36%)
Multiple Races
23 (7%)
Asian
19 (6%)
African American
10 (3%)
Filipino
6 (2%)
Other
6 (2%)

Key Indicators

English Learners71 (23%)
Socioeconomically Disadvantaged152 (49%)
Students with Disabilities66 (21%)

Staff & Teachers(2024-25)

689
Enrollment
34.7
Teachers (FTE)
19.9:1
Student-Staff Ratio
2
Administrators (FTE)
15.3
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 Programs6/10 · #2593 · 57th percentile

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

Nearby Libraries

No programs found