Needs Improvement
#8800 of 9,539 schools in CA
La Mirada Elementary
Elementary School · San Ysidro Elementary
222 Avenida de la Madrid, San Ysidro, CA 92173
Enrollment
368
Student-Teacher
21.6:1
Score
3.8
Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Enrollment
368
Student-Teacher
21.6:1
Score
3.8
Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#8,800 of 9,539
In San Ysidro
#4 of 7
public schools
In district
#5 of 7
San Ysidro Elementary
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La Mirada Elementary
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About La Mirada Elementary
La Mirada Elementary is a public elementary school in San Ysidro, CA, part of San Ysidro Elementary. La Mirada Elementary serves approximately 368 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-6th, and has a 21.6:1 student-teacher ratio. La Mirada Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.8 out of 10 and ranks #8,800 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for La Mirada Elementary show 29% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 32% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 3.8 · Needs Improvement
- District avg 4.3
- CA avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
La Mirada Elementary runs 21.6:1 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.
46% of students at La Mirada 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 Mirada Elementary — Students at La Mirada Elementary score 26% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 40%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
61.1%
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: 2.9/10.
How La Mirada Elementary Compares
See how La Mirada Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
222 Avenida de la Madrid, San Ysidro, CA 92173
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering La Mirada Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Ocean View Hills (rated 6.3/10, 1.4 miles away, in nearby San Diego), which scores notably higher. Another option is Silver Wing Elementary (rated 5.7/10, 1.2 miles away, in nearby San Diego), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Juarez-Lincoln Elementary (rated 5.4/10, 1.2 miles away, in nearby San Diego), which scores notably higher. For more schools in San Ysidro, see our San Ysidro schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.7 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Smythe Elementary San Ysidro | 0.2 mi | 3.4 |
| Our Lady of Mount Carmel School San Ysidro | 0.4 mi | — |
| OUR LADY OF MT. CARMEL San Ysidro | 0.4 mi | 4.5 |
| Sunset Elementary San Ysidro | 0.5 mi | 3.6 |
| San Ysidro Middle San Ysidro | 0.5 mi | 4.1 |
| Los Altos Elementary San Diego | 0.6 mi | 5.2 |
| TACK INTERNATIONAL ACADEMY San Diego | 0.7 mi | 6.1 |
| TACK INTERNATIONAL ACADEMY San Diego | 0.7 mi | 6.0 |
| Montgomery Middle San Diego | 1.0 mi | 5.0 |
| Willow Elementary San Ysidro | 1.1 mi | 4.3 |
| Juarez-Lincoln Elementary San Diego | 1.2 mi | 5.4 |
| Silver Wing Elementary San Diego | 1.2 mi | 5.7 |
| Vista Del Mar San Ysidro | 1.2 mi | 5.3 |
| George Nicoloff Elementary San Ysidro | 1.1 mi | 3.8 |
| Howard Pence Elementary San Diego | 1.4 mi | 3.2 |
| Finney (Myrtle S.) Elementary San Diego | 1.5 mi | 4.7 |
| Ocean View Hills San Diego | 1.4 mi | 6.3 |
| Montgomery Senior High San Diego | 1.8 mi | 6.8 |
| Southwest Middle San Diego | 1.6 mi | 6.1 |
| Launch Virtual Academy San Diego | 1.7 mi | 3.3 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 92173 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$65,865
Median Home Value
$521,800
Median Rent
$1,588/mo
Population
26,507
College Educated
11.4%
Homeownership
35.3%
Avg Commute
28.5 min
Poverty Rate
13.6%
Median Age
36.3
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about La Mirada Elementary
What grades does La Mirada Elementary serve?
La Mirada Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 6th.
How many students attend La Mirada Elementary?
La Mirada Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 368 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at La Mirada Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at La Mirada Elementary is 21.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does La Mirada Elementary rank in CA?
La Mirada Elementary ranks #8,800 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is La Mirada Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
La Mirada Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.8 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 Mirada Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, La Mirada Elementary has 29% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 32% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is La Mirada Elementary a charter school?
No, La Mirada Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is La Mirada Elementary a Title I school?
No, La Mirada Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for La Mirada Elementary?
61.1% of students at La Mirada 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.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 6th
- Enrollment
- 368
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 21.6:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 17
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 61.1%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- San Diego County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 45.9%
- Phone
- (619) 428-4424
Resources & Links
District
San Ysidro Elementary- District Enrollment
- 4,205
- Schools in District
- 7
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $19,300
- District Rank
- #5 of 7
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