Below Average
#8464 of 9,539 schools in CA
Lorena Falasco Elementary
Elementary School · Los Banos Unified
310 Overland Ave., Los Banos, CA 93635
Enrollment
713
Student-Teacher
27.4:1
Score
4.1
Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Enrollment
713
Student-Teacher
27.4:1
Score
4.1
Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#8,464 of 9,539
In Los Banos
#13 of 16
public schools
In district
#13 of 16
Los Banos Unified
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Lorena Falasco Elementary
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About Lorena Falasco Elementary
Lorena Falasco Elementary is a public elementary school in Los Banos, CA, part of Los Banos Unified. Lorena Falasco Elementary serves approximately 713 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-6th, and has a 27.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Lorena Falasco Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.1 out of 10 and ranks #8,464 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Lorena Falasco Elementary show 36% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 33% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 4.1 · Below Average
- District avg 5.0
- CA avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
Lorena Falasco Elementary runs 27.4:1 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.
33% of students at Lorena Falasco 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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Lorena Falasco Elementary — Students at Lorena Falasco Elementary score 24% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 32%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
76%
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: 4.5/10.
How Lorena Falasco Elementary Compares
See how Lorena Falasco Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
310 Overland Ave., Los Banos, CA 93635
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Lorena Falasco Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Romero Elementary (rated 7.7/10, 9.5 miles away, in nearby Santa Nella), which scores notably higher. Another option is Grasslands Elementary (rated 7.6/10, 1.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Westside Union Elementary (rated 7.1/10, 1.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Los Banos, see our Los Banos schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 9.5 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Los Banos Adventist Christian School Los Banos | 0.1 mi | — |
| LOS BANOS ADVENTIST SCHOOL Los Banos | 0.1 mi | — |
| San Luis High (Continuation) Los Banos | 0.7 mi | 3.6 |
| Valley Los Banos Community Merced | 0.8 mi | 5.3 |
| R. M. Miano Elementary Los Banos | 0.8 mi | 3.2 |
| Transitional Kindergarten Center Los Banos | 0.9 mi | 3.5 |
| Westside Union Elementary Los Banos | 1.1 mi | 7.1 |
| Los Banos Elementary Los Banos | 1.2 mi | 4.1 |
| Henry Miller Elementary Los Banos | 1.2 mi | 5.0 |
| OUR LADY OF FATIMA SCHOOL Los Banos | 1.5 mi | 6.7 |
| Grasslands Elementary Los Banos | 1.3 mi | 7.6 |
| Los Banos Junior High Los Banos | 1.4 mi | 4.9 |
| Los Banos High Los Banos | 1.7 mi | 5.6 |
| Crossroads Alternative Education Center Los Banos | 1.6 mi | 6.9 |
| Mercey Springs Elementary Los Banos | 2.0 mi | 5.1 |
| Pacheco High Los Banos | 1.9 mi | 6.5 |
| Creekside Junior High Los Banos | 2.2 mi | 6.5 |
| Volta Elementary Los Banos | 4.8 mi | 4.6 |
| Charleston Elementary Los Banos | 6.4 mi | 5.2 |
| Romero Elementary Santa Nella | 9.5 mi | 7.7 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 93635 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$70,666
Median Home Value
$423,900
Median Rent
$1,505/mo
Population
49,232
College Educated
13.2%
Homeownership
57.6%
Avg Commute
51.1 min
Poverty Rate
16.1%
Median Age
30.6
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| Anderson (Alex) Elementary San Jose, CA | 4.1 |
| Berylwood Elementary Simi Valley, CA | 4.1 |
| Bowling Green Elementary Sacramento, CA | 4.1 |
| Central Elementary Banning, CA | 4.1 |
| Charles Wright Elementary Merced, CA | 4.1 |
| Christine Sipherd Elementary Modesto, CA | 4.1 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Lorena Falasco Elementary
What grades does Lorena Falasco Elementary serve?
Lorena Falasco Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 6th.
How many students attend Lorena Falasco Elementary?
Lorena Falasco Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 713 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Lorena Falasco Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Lorena Falasco Elementary is 27.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Lorena Falasco Elementary rank in CA?
Lorena Falasco Elementary ranks #8,464 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Lorena Falasco Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Lorena Falasco Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.1 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 Lorena Falasco Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Lorena Falasco Elementary has 36% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 33% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Lorena Falasco Elementary a charter school?
No, Lorena Falasco Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Lorena Falasco Elementary a Title I school?
No, Lorena Falasco Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Lorena Falasco Elementary?
76.0% of students at Lorena Falasco 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
- 713
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 27.4:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 26
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 76.0%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Distant Town
- County
- Merced County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 32.8%
- Phone
- (209) 827-5834
Resources & Links
District
Los Banos Unified- District Enrollment
- 11,057
- Schools in District
- 17
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $16,419
- District Rank
- #13 of 16
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