Below Average
#7564 of 9,539 schools in CA
La Canada Elementary
Elementary School · Lompoc Unified
PO Box 8000, Lompoc, CA 93438
Enrollment
550
Student-Teacher
22.9:1
Score
4.8
Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Enrollment
550
Student-Teacher
22.9:1
Score
4.8
Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#7,564 of 9,539
In Lompoc
#15 of 19
public schools
In district
#11 of 15
Lompoc Unified
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About La Canada Elementary
La Canada Elementary is a public elementary school in Lompoc, CA, part of Lompoc Unified. La Canada Elementary serves approximately 550 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-6th, and has a 22.9:1 student-teacher ratio. La Canada Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.8 out of 10 and ranks #7,564 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for La Canada Elementary show 29% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 39% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 4.8 · Below Average
- District avg 5.3
- CA avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
Test scores at La Canada Elementary sit below average, but its growth scores are strong: students here make above-average progress year over year. The raw numbers haven't caught up, but a school that keeps moving kids forward is doing the harder, more important work.
La Canada Elementary runs 22.9:1 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.
50% of students at La Canada 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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La Canada Elementary — Students at La Canada Elementary score 21% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 25%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
87.3%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)
Based on 32 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: 6.0/10.
How La Canada Elementary Compares
See how La Canada Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
PO Box 8000, Lompoc, CA 93438
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering La Canada Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Manzanita Public Charter (rated 7.8/10, 6.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Mission Valley (rated 7.1/10, 0.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Arthur Hapgood Elementary (rated 6.8/10, 1.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Lompoc, see our Lompoc schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 6.9 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Lompoc High Lompoc | 0.4 mi | 6.3 |
| Olive Grove Charter - Lompoc Santa Maria | 0.5 mi | 5.2 |
| Dr Bob Forinash Community Day Lompoc | 0.8 mi | — |
| Clarence Ruth Elementary Lompoc | 0.9 mi | 3.8 |
| La Honda STEAM Academy Lompoc | 0.9 mi | 4.8 |
| Mission Valley Lompoc | 0.9 mi | 7.1 |
| LOMPOC VALLEY BAPTIST SCHOOL Lompoc | 1.0 mi | 5.8 |
| Lompoc Valley Middle Lompoc | 1.2 mi | 5.6 |
| LA PURISIMA CONCEPCION SCHOOL Lompoc | 1.3 mi | 4.4 |
| La Purisima Concepcion Elementary Lompoc | 1.4 mi | — |
| Leonora Fillmore Elementary Lompoc | 1.3 mi | 4.4 |
| Miguelito Elementary Lompoc | 1.5 mi | 4.6 |
| Arthur Hapgood Elementary Lompoc | 1.6 mi | 6.8 |
| Trivium Charter School Adventure Lompoc | 1.9 mi | 6.2 |
| Maple High Lompoc | 2.8 mi | 6.1 |
| CHILDREN'S MONTESSORI SCHOOL Lompoc | 3.5 mi | — |
| Los Berros Visual and Performing Arts Academy Lompoc | 3.4 mi | 5.2 |
| Buena Vista Elementary Lompoc | 3.8 mi | 5.7 |
| Cabrillo High Lompoc | 4.1 mi | 6.6 |
| Manzanita Public Charter Lompoc | 6.9 mi | 7.8 |
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Addams Elementary Long Beach, CA | 4.8 |
| Ansgar Larsen Elementary Oxnard, CA | 4.8 |
| Aptitud Community Academy at Goss San Jose, CA | 4.8 |
| Barbara Webster Elementary Santa Paula, CA | 4.8 |
| Barton Elementary Long Beach, CA | 4.8 |
| Beardsley Elementary Bakersfield, CA | 4.8 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about La Canada Elementary
What grades does La Canada Elementary serve?
La Canada Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 6th.
How many students attend La Canada Elementary?
La Canada Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 550 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at La Canada Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at La Canada Elementary is 22.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does La Canada Elementary rank in CA?
La Canada Elementary ranks #7,564 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is La Canada Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
La Canada Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.8 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 La Canada Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, La Canada Elementary has 29% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 39% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is La Canada Elementary a charter school?
No, La Canada Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is La Canada Elementary a Title I school?
No, La Canada Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for La Canada Elementary?
87.3% of students at La Canada 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 – 6th
- Enrollment
- 550
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 22.9:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 24
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 87.3%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Small Suburb
- County
- Santa Barbara County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 50.4%
- Phone
- (805) 742-2250
Resources & Links
District
Lompoc Unified- District Enrollment
- 8,955
- Schools in District
- 16
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $16,050
- District Rank
- #11 of 15
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