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La Presa Elementary
Elementary School · La Mesa-Spring Valley
519 La Presa St., Spring Valley, CA 91977
Enrollment
397
Student-Teacher
24.8:1
Score
5.9
Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Enrollment
397
Student-Teacher
24.8:1
Score
5.9
Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#5,649 of 9,539
In Spring Valley
#4 of 8
public schools
In district
#9 of 22
La Mesa-Spring Valley
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La Presa Elementary
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About La Presa Elementary
La Presa Elementary is a public elementary school in Spring Valley, CA, part of La Mesa-Spring Valley. La Presa Elementary serves approximately 397 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-6th, and has a 24.8:1 student-teacher ratio. La Presa Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.9 out of 10 and ranks #5,649 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for La Presa Elementary show 34% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 40% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 5.9 · Average
- District avg 5.1
- CA avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
La Presa Elementary runs 24.8:1 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.
40% of students at La Presa 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 Presa Elementary — Students at La Presa Elementary score 34% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 27%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
83.9%
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
→ StableAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 6.7/10.
How La Presa Elementary Compares
See how La Presa Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
519 La Presa St., Spring Valley, CA 91977
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering La Presa Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Freese Elementary (rated 7.6/10, 2.0 miles away, in nearby San Diego), which scores notably higher. Another option is Lemon Grove Early Childhood Education Center (rated 7.2/10, 2.5 miles away, in nearby Lemon Grove), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Sunnyside Elementary (rated 7.0/10, 2.6 miles away, in nearby Bonita), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Spring Valley, see our Spring Valley schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.6 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Kempton Street Literacy Academy La Mesa | 0.6 mi | 4.1 |
| Sci Tech Engr Arts and Math Acad at La Presa Spring Valley | 0.8 mi | 6.6 |
| Bottles to Books Primary School Spring Valley | 1.0 mi | — |
| Rancho Elementary La Mesa | 1.4 mi | 3.0 |
| Bancroft Elementary La Mesa | 1.8 mi | 2.8 |
| Take wing high school Spring Valley | 1.9 mi | — |
| Avondale Elementary La Mesa | 1.7 mi | 4.9 |
| Mount Miguel High Spring Valley | 1.8 mi | 4.8 |
| Sweetwater Springs Elementary La Mesa | 2.0 mi | 5.9 |
| True Faith Academy San Diego | 1.8 mi | — |
| Highlands Elementary La Mesa | 2.3 mi | 4.5 |
| Freese Elementary San Diego | 2.0 mi | 7.6 |
| Heartland Christian Homeschool Center, Inc. Spring Valley | 2.4 mi | — |
| Monte Vista High Spring Valley | 2.4 mi | 5.4 |
| Mt. Vernon Elementary Lemon Grove | 2.4 mi | 6.8 |
| Audubon K-8 San Diego | 2.2 mi | 6.9 |
| Lemon Grove Early Childhood Education Center Lemon Grove | 2.5 mi | 7.2 |
| Loma Elementary La Mesa | 2.5 mi | 3.9 |
| Trust Blended Learning Spring Valley | 2.5 mi | 5.6 |
| Sunnyside Elementary Bonita | 2.6 mi | 7.0 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 91977 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$92,407
Median Home Value
$623,500
Median Rent
$1,897/mo
Population
62,957
College Educated
26.3%
Homeownership
62.9%
Avg Commute
27.4 min
Poverty Rate
10.4%
Median Age
35.3
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|---|---|
| Alta Heights Elementary Napa, CA | 5.9 |
| Alta Mesa Elementary Redding, CA | 5.9 |
| Anna A. Borba Fundamental Elementary Chino, CA | 5.9 |
| Antelope Elementary Red Bluff, CA | 5.9 |
| Aspire Inskeep Academy Charter Oakland, CA | 5.9 |
| Badillo Elementary Covina, CA | 5.9 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about La Presa Elementary
What grades does La Presa Elementary serve?
La Presa Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 6th.
How many students attend La Presa Elementary?
La Presa Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 397 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at La Presa Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at La Presa Elementary is 24.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does La Presa Elementary rank in CA?
La Presa Elementary ranks #5,649 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is La Presa Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
La Presa Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.9 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 Presa Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, La Presa Elementary has 34% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 40% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is La Presa Elementary a charter school?
No, La Presa Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is La Presa Elementary a Title I school?
No, La Presa Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for La Presa Elementary?
83.9% of students at La Presa 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
- 397
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 24.8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 16
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 83.9%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- San Diego County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 40.1%
- Phone
- (619) 668-5790
Resources & Links
District
La Mesa-Spring Valley- District Enrollment
- 10,684
- Schools in District
- 22
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $16,802
- District Rank
- #9 of 22
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