Below Average
#8388 of 9,539 schools in CA
Dan Mini Elementary
Elementary School · Vallejo City Unified
1530 Lorenzo Dr., Vallejo, CA 94589
Enrollment
447
Student-Teacher
26.3:1
Score
4.2
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
447
Student-Teacher
26.3:1
Score
4.2
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#8,388 of 9,539
In Vallejo
#13 of 24
public schools
In district
#9 of 19
Vallejo City Unified
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About Dan Mini Elementary
Dan Mini Elementary is a public elementary school in Vallejo, CA, part of Vallejo City Unified. Dan Mini Elementary serves approximately 447 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 26.3:1 student-teacher ratio. Dan Mini Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.2 out of 10 and ranks #8,388 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Dan Mini Elementary show 36% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 34% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 4.2 · Below Average
- District avg 3.9
- CA avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
Dan Mini Elementary runs 26.3:1 students to teachers, above the national average. That often means bigger classes. Ask how the school supports kids who need extra help, and whether there are teaching assistants or small-group time.
56% of students at Dan Mini Elementary were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.
Score Breakdown
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Dan Mini Elementary — Students at Dan Mini Elementary score 29% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 30%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
79.4%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)
Based on 30 test records from CA state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 4.2/10.
How Dan Mini Elementary Compares
See how Dan Mini Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
1530 Lorenzo Dr., Vallejo, CA 94589
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Dan Mini Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Canyon Oaks Elementary (rated 6.5/10, 1.5 miles away, in nearby American Canyon), which scores notably higher. Another option is Caliber: ChangeMakers Academy (rated 6.5/10, 2.2 miles away, in nearby Richmond), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Napa Junction Elementary (rated 6.2/10, 2.3 miles away, in nearby American Canyon), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Vallejo, see our Vallejo schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.7 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Elite Public Vallejo | 0.8 mi | 5.1 |
| Loma Vista Environmental Science Academy Vallejo | 0.8 mi | 2.7 |
| Mare Island Technology Academy Vallejo | 0.8 mi | 3.9 |
| MIT Academy Vallejo | 0.8 mi | 4.4 |
| Solano Widenmann Leadership Academy Vallejo | 1.1 mi | 5.1 |
| MIT Griffin Academy Middle Vallejo | 1.3 mi | 6.4 |
| Griffin Academy High Vallejo | 1.3 mi | 5.5 |
| American Canyon Middle American Canyon | 1.5 mi | 5.7 |
| Donaldson Way Elementary American Canyon | 1.5 mi | 5.1 |
| Canyon Oaks Elementary American Canyon | 1.5 mi | 6.5 |
| American Canyon High American Canyon | 1.6 mi | 6.2 |
| Federal Terrace Elementary Vallejo | 2.0 mi | 4.0 |
| Johnston Cooper Elementary Vallejo | 1.9 mi | 2.5 |
| Caliber: ChangeMakers Academy Richmond | 2.2 mi | 6.5 |
| Napa Junction Elementary American Canyon | 2.3 mi | 6.2 |
| CALVARY BAPTIST CHRISTIAN ACADEMY American Canyon | 2.4 mi | 6.7 |
| Life and Truth Academy Vallejo | 2.2 mi | — |
| Vallejo High Vallejo | 2.5 mi | 5.1 |
| SPECIAL TOUCH LEARNING & TRAINING ACADEMY #1 Vallejo | 2.6 mi | — |
| John Finney High (Continuation) Vallejo | 2.7 mi | 4.8 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 94589 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$91,313
Median Home Value
$478,800
Median Rent
$2,127/mo
Population
30,199
College Educated
22.6%
Homeownership
63.2%
Avg Commute
36 min
Poverty Rate
10.5%
Median Age
39.7
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| Alpine Elementary Littlerock, CA | 4.2 |
| Bahia Vista Elementary San Rafael, CA | 4.2 |
| Bay View Academy Monterey, CA | 4.2 |
| Bayside STEAM Academy Imperial Beach, CA | 4.2 |
| Bayview Elementary San Pablo, CA | 4.2 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Dan Mini Elementary
What grades does Dan Mini Elementary serve?
Dan Mini Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend Dan Mini Elementary?
Dan Mini Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 447 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Dan Mini Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Dan Mini Elementary is 26.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Dan Mini Elementary rank in CA?
Dan Mini Elementary ranks #8,388 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Dan Mini Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Dan Mini Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.2 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at Dan Mini Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Dan Mini Elementary has 36% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 34% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Dan Mini Elementary a charter school?
No, Dan Mini Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Dan Mini Elementary a Title I school?
No, Dan Mini Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Dan Mini Elementary?
79.4% of students at Dan Mini Elementary qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 5th
- Enrollment
- 447
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 26.3:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 17
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 79.4%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Midsize City
- County
- Solano County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 55.7%
- Phone
- (707) 556-8570
Resources & Links
District
Vallejo City Unified- District Enrollment
- 9,856
- Schools in District
- 20
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $19,175
- District Rank
- #9 of 19
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