La Paloma Elementary
493 Students
Elementary School K - 6th
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.
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
| Demographic | Student Count |
|---|---|
| White | 122 |
| Hispanic | 340 |
| Black | 3 |
| Asian | 5 |
| Two or More | 16 |
| American Indian | 1 |
| Pacific Islander | 6 |
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Hispanic340 (69.0 %)
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White122 (24.7 %)
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Two or More16 (3.2 %)
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Pacific Islander6 (1.2 %)
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Asian5 (1.0 %)
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Black3 (0.6 %)
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American Indian1 (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
| Grade | Student Count |
|---|---|
| Kindergarten | 82 |
| Grade 1 | 64 |
| Grade 2 | 65 |
| Grade 3 | 58 |
| Grade 4 | 78 |
| Grade 5 | 85 |
| Grade 6 | 61 |
Gender Ratio
Student Gender Ratio Data Table
| Gender | Student Count | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Female | 219 | 44.4% |
| Male | 274 | 55.6% |
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