LANGE (DOROTHEA) ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

Lange (Dorothea) Elementary is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the Lucia Mar Unified school district, located in Nipomo, CA with about 563 students offering grade levels from Kindergarten to 6th Grade. Student demographics can be found below. A Title I school provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families. Its purpose is to provide all children significant opportunity to receive a fair, equitable, and high-quality education. With about 22 teachers, Lange (Dorothea) Elementary has a student/teacher ratio of about 25:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.

Dorothea Lange Elementary School is a public school located in Nipomo, California, serving students within the Lucia Mar Unified School District. Named after the renowned documentary photographer, the school is situated in a quiet residential area at 1661 Via Alta Mesa. As part of the Lucia Mar district, the school focuses on providing a balanced educational foundation, emphasizing core academic standards while fostering a supportive environment intended to help students reach their individual potential.

The school community at Dorothea Lange Elementary is known for its commitment to student growth and family engagement. By leveraging the resources of the Lucia Mar Unified School District, the school offers a variety of educational programs, technological integration, and extracurricular opportunities designed to prepare young learners for middle school and beyond. For parents and community members, the school serves as a central hub in the Nipomo area, maintaining active communication through its official district website to keep stakeholders informed about academic schedules, school policies, and community events.

For more information, contact Lange (Dorothea) Elementary at (805) 474-3670 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.