LAS FLORES ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

Las Flores Elementary is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the Sierra Sands Unified school district, located in Ridgecrest, CA with about 492 students offering grade levels from Kindergarten to 5th Grade. 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 19 teachers, Las Flores 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.

Las Flores Elementary School is a public school located in Ridgecrest, California, serving students within the Sierra Sands Unified School District. As a foundational part of the local community, the school focuses on providing a supportive academic environment designed to meet the diverse educational needs of its K-5 student population. The campus emphasizes core curriculum standards while fostering a culture that encourages personal growth, social development, and preparation for future academic success.

Beyond its classroom instruction, Las Flores Elementary is known for being an active participant in the Ridgecrest educational community, often collaborating with parents and local stakeholders to enhance the student experience. The school aims to create a safe and inclusive atmosphere where students are encouraged to build strong interpersonal skills alongside their academic foundations. With a commitment to teacher-led instruction and student engagement, the school serves as a central hub for childhood education in the Indian Wells Valley area.

For more information, contact Las Flores Elementary at (760) 499-1860 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.

720 W. Las Flores
Ridgecrest, CA 93555-3405
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LAS FLORES ELEMENTARY SCHOOL is a public Title I school in Ridgecrest, CA with about 492 enrolled students. See other public elementary schools in California

School Details

2017-2018
Level:
Elementary School
Charter School:*
No
Total Students:
492
Teachers:
19
NSLP Status:1
No
Qualified free lunch:
0
Qualified reduced-price lunch:
0
Title I Status:2
Title I schoolwide school
Virtual:
Not Virtual
Grade Levels Offered
Kindergarten
1st Grade
2nd Grade
3rd Grade
4th Grade
5th Grade

* A public charter school is a publicly funded school that is typically governed by a group or organization under a legislative contract with the state, the district, or another entity. The charter exempts the school from certain state or local rules and regulations.

1 The National School Lunch Program (NSLP) provides eligible students with free or reduced-price lunch

2 Title I, Part A (Title I) of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families.

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School Demographics for 492 students

White
66.7%
Hispanic/Latino
19.5%
Black or African American
5.3%
Asian
4.5%
Two or more races
2.8%
American Indian or Alaska Native
0.6%
Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander
0.6%

Female
50.4%
Male
49.6%

Data for school year 2017-2018 — The information found on this website was provided in part by the U.S. Department of Education, U.S. Census Bureau, the Bureau of Labor and Statistics & various other external sources. We do not verify the contents of the information provided and therefore, cannot guarantee the accuracy of the information displayed on this website.