Needs Improvement
#8684 of 9,539 schools in CA
Loma Elementary
Elementary School · La Mesa-Spring Valley
4750 Date Ave., La Mesa, CA 91941
Enrollment
326
Student-Teacher
27.2:1
Score
3.9
Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Enrollment
326
Student-Teacher
27.2:1
Score
3.9
Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#8,684 of 9,539
In La Mesa
#23 of 27
public schools
In district
#19 of 22
La Mesa-Spring Valley
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Loma Elementary
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About Loma Elementary
Loma Elementary is a public elementary school in La Mesa, CA, part of La Mesa-Spring Valley. Loma Elementary serves approximately 326 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-6th, and has a 27.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Loma Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.9 out of 10 and ranks #8,684 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Loma Elementary show 33% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 37% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 3.9 · Needs Improvement
- District avg 5.1
- CA avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
Loma Elementary runs 27.2:1 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.
32% of students at Loma 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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Loma Elementary — Students at Loma Elementary score 28% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 33%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
72.7%
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: 3.7/10.
How Loma Elementary Compares
See how Loma Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
4750 Date Ave., La Mesa, CA 91941
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Loma Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Murdock Elementary (rated 6.9/10, 1.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Sweetwater Springs Elementary (rated 5.9/10, 0.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Fuerte Elementary (rated 5.9/10, 2.1 miles away, in nearby El Cajon), which scores notably higher. For more schools in La Mesa, see our La Mesa schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.2 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Trust Blended Learning Spring Valley | 0.0 mi | 5.6 |
| Monte Vista High Spring Valley | 0.4 mi | 5.4 |
| MONTESSORI ACHIEVEMENT CENTRE Spring Valley | 0.5 mi | — |
| Sweetwater Springs Elementary La Mesa | 0.6 mi | 5.9 |
| Fred Finch Youth Center Spring Valley | 0.6 mi | — |
| College Preparatory Middle Spring Valley | 0.7 mi | 9.1 |
| Casa de Oro Elementary La Mesa | 0.8 mi | 4.1 |
| Highlands Elementary La Mesa | 0.8 mi | 4.5 |
| Elevation of Wolves Academy Spring Valley | 0.8 mi | — |
| Avocado Elementary La Mesa | 1.1 mi | 4.3 |
| Heartland Christian Homeschool Center, Inc. Spring Valley | 1.2 mi | — |
| SANTA SOPHIA ACADEMY Spring Valley | 1.4 mi | 5.4 |
| Santa Sophia Academy Spring Valley | 1.4 mi | — |
| Bottles to Books Primary School Spring Valley | 1.5 mi | — |
| Spring Valley Academy Spring Valley | 1.5 mi | 5.0 |
| Murdock Elementary La Mesa | 1.9 mi | 6.9 |
| Fuerte Elementary El Cajon | 2.1 mi | 5.9 |
| Take wing high school Spring Valley | 2.0 mi | — |
| Hillsdale Middle El Cajon | 2.2 mi | 5.1 |
| FRED FINCH YOUTH CENTER NONPUBLIC SCHOOL Spring Valley | 2.2 mi | — |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 91941 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$111,607
Median Home Value
$884,800
Median Rent
$2,067/mo
Population
33,706
College Educated
45.9%
Homeownership
65.5%
Avg Commute
26.4 min
Poverty Rate
7%
Median Age
41.2
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| A. J. Dorsa Elementary San Jose, CA | 3.9 |
| A. M. Winn Waldorf-Inspired Sacramento, CA | 3.9 |
| Albert Schweitzer Elementary Carmichael, CA | 3.9 |
| Aspire Vincent Shalvey Academy Oakland, CA | 3.9 |
| Boone Elementary San Diego, CA | 3.9 |
| Boulder Oaks Elementary Alpine, CA | 3.9 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Loma Elementary
What grades does Loma Elementary serve?
Loma Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 6th.
How many students attend Loma Elementary?
Loma Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 326 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Loma Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Loma Elementary is 27.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Loma Elementary rank in CA?
Loma Elementary ranks #8,684 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Loma Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Loma Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.9 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 Loma Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Loma Elementary has 33% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 37% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Loma Elementary a charter school?
No, Loma Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Loma Elementary a Title I school?
No, Loma Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Loma Elementary?
72.7% of students at Loma 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
- 326
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 27.2:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 12
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 72.7%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- San Diego County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 31.6%
- Phone
- (619) 668-5862
Resources & Links
District
La Mesa-Spring Valley- District Enrollment
- 10,684
- Schools in District
- 22
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $16,802
- District Rank
- #19 of 22
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