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#6069 of 9,539 schools in CA
Lange (dorothea) Elementary
Elementary School · Lucia Mar Unified
1661 Via Alta Mesa, Nipomo, CA 93444
Enrollment
566
Student-Teacher
21.8:1
Score
5.7
Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Enrollment
566
Student-Teacher
21.8:1
Score
5.7
Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#6,069 of 9,539
In Nipomo
#3 of 5
public schools
In district
#14 of 19
Lucia Mar Unified
School environment
7.1 / 10
Very Good
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Lange (dorothea) Elementary
Elementary School in Nipomo · grades Kindergarten – 6th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Lange (dorothea) Elementary
Lange (dorothea) Elementary is a public elementary school in Nipomo, CA, part of Lucia Mar Unified. Lange (dorothea) Elementary serves approximately 566 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-6th, and has a 21.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Lange (dorothea) Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.7 out of 10 and ranks #6,069 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Lange (dorothea) Elementary show 41% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 46% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 5.7 · Average
- District avg 6.3
- CA avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
Lange (dorothea) Elementary runs 21.8:1 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.
Score Breakdown
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Lange (dorothea) Elementary — Students at Lange (dorothea) Elementary score 35% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 37%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
67%
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: 4.7/10.
How Lange (dorothea) Elementary Compares
See how Lange (dorothea) 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
1661 Via Alta Mesa, Nipomo, CA 93444
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Lange (dorothea) Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Ontiveros (Juan Pacifico) Elementary (rated 6.8/10, 4.7 miles away, in nearby Santa Maria), which scores notably higher. Another option is Fairlawn Elementary (rated 6.3/10, 5.7 miles away, in nearby Santa Maria), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Mary Buren Elementary (rated 6.0/10, 4.3 miles away, in nearby Guadalupe), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Nipomo, see our Nipomo schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 6.0 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Dana Elementary Nipomo | 1.3 mi | 5.3 |
| Nipomo High Nipomo | 2.8 mi | 6.1 |
| Central Coast New Tech High Nipomo | 2.9 mi | 8.5 |
| Nipomo Elementary Nipomo | 3.1 mi | 4.3 |
| Bonita Elementary Santa Maria | 4.0 mi | 4.8 |
| Mary Buren Elementary Guadalupe | 4.3 mi | 6.0 |
| Kunst (Tommie) Junior High Santa Maria | 4.4 mi | 5.6 |
| Ontiveros (Juan Pacifico) Elementary Santa Maria | 4.7 mi | 6.8 |
| Oakley (Calvin C.) Elementary Santa Maria | 4.9 mi | 5.0 |
| Kermit McKenzie Intermediate Guadalupe | 5.4 mi | 6.9 |
| Eagles Christian Academy Santa Maria | 5.4 mi | — |
| Mesa Middle Arroyo Grande | 5.6 mi | 6.0 |
| Bruce (Robert) Elementary Santa Maria | 5.6 mi | 5.2 |
| Fairlawn Elementary Santa Maria | 5.7 mi | 6.3 |
| Pacific View Academy Arroyo Grande | 5.6 mi | 2.5 |
| Lopez Continuation High Arroyo Grande | 5.7 mi | 6.0 |
| El Camino Junior High Santa Maria | 5.8 mi | 6.6 |
| AGAPE SCHOOL OF CHRISTIAN EDUCATION Santa Maria | 6.0 mi | — |
| Alvin Elementary Santa Maria | 6.0 mi | 5.7 |
| Rice (William) Elementary Santa Maria | 6.0 mi | 4.6 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 93444 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$105,655
Median Home Value
$746,400
Median Rent
$2,034/mo
Population
21,495
College Educated
34.3%
Homeownership
74%
Avg Commute
27.2 min
Poverty Rate
5.3%
Median Age
44
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| ALISO VIEJO CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Aliso Viejo, CA | 5.7 |
| Alta Loma Elementary Los Angeles, CA | 5.7 |
| Alvarado Elementary Signal Hill, CA | 5.7 |
| Ayer Elementary Fresno, CA | 5.7 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Lange (dorothea) Elementary
What grades does Lange (dorothea) Elementary serve?
Lange (dorothea) Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 6th.
How many students attend Lange (dorothea) Elementary?
Lange (dorothea) Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 566 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Lange (dorothea) Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Lange (dorothea) Elementary is 21.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Lange (dorothea) Elementary rank in CA?
Lange (dorothea) Elementary ranks #6,069 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Lange (dorothea) Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Lange (dorothea) Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.7 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 Lange (dorothea) Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Lange (dorothea) Elementary has 41% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 46% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Lange (dorothea) Elementary a charter school?
No, Lange (dorothea) Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Lange (dorothea) Elementary a Title I school?
No, Lange (dorothea) Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Lange (dorothea) Elementary?
67.0% of students at Lange (dorothea) 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
- 566
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 21.8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 26
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 67.0%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Fringe Town
- County
- San Luis Obispo County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 18.9%
- Phone
- (805) 474-3670
Resources & Links
District
Lucia Mar Unified- District Enrollment
- 9,621
- Schools in District
- 19
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $15,858
- District Rank
- #14 of 19
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