School Overview
La Paloma Elementary School, located in Fallbrook, California, is a key institution within the Fallbrook Union Elementary School District. Serving a diverse community, the school is dedicated to fostering a supportive learning environment that prioritizes academic excellence, social-emotional development, and the cultivation of lifelong learners. By leveraging a variety of instructional strategies and engaging curriculum, the school aims to prepare its students to meet the challenges of a rapidly changing world while encouraging them to reach their full personal and academic potential.

The campus at La Paloma emphasizes a strong sense of community and parent involvement, which serves as a cornerstone of its educational philosophy. Through collaborative efforts between staff, families, and the surrounding Fallbrook neighborhood, the school creates a safe and inclusive atmosphere where every student is valued. With a focus on both traditional academic subjects and enrichment programs, La Paloma Elementary strives to provide a well-rounded experience that helps students build the confidence and foundational skills necessary for success in middle school and beyond.
493
Total Students
24.5
Full-Time Teachers
20.1
Student/Teacher Ratio
79.5%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for La Paloma Elementary
Demographic Student Count
White122
Hispanic340
Black3
Asian5
Two or More16
American Indian1
Pacific Islander6
  • Hispanic
    340 (69.0 %)
  • White
    122 (24.7 %)
  • Two or More
    16 (3.2 %)
  • Pacific Islander
    6 (1.2 %)
  • Asian
    5 (1.0 %)
  • Black
    3 (0.6 %)
  • American Indian
    1 (0.2 %)
School Location
School Details
Status: Open
School Level: Elementary School
School Type: Regular School
Charter Status:* Public Non-Charter
Virtual Instruction: No virtual instruction
Shared Time Status: N/A
District: Fallbrook Union Elementary
Phone: (760)731-4220
Website: http://lap.fuesd.org/
Grade Range: K - 6th
Total Students: 493
Full-Time Teachers (FTE): 24.5
Pupil/Teacher Ratio: 20.1
NSLP Participation:1 Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO)
Qualified Free Lunch: 325
Qualified Reduced Lunch: 67
Grades Taught
Kindergarten 82
Grade 1 64
Grade 2 65
Grade 3 58
Grade 4 78
Grade 5 85
Grade 6 61

Grades Taught Data Table

Grades Taught and Student Counts for La Paloma Elementary
Grade Student Count
Kindergarten82
Grade 164
Grade 265
Grade 358
Grade 478
Grade 585
Grade 661
Gender Ratio

Student Gender Ratio Data Table

Student Gender Ratio for La Paloma Elementary
Gender Student Count Percentage
Female21944.4%
Male27455.6%
Nearby Elementary Schools (Within 10 Miles)