Dona Merced Elementary

10333 Palo Alto
Rancho Cucamonga, CA 91730

www.centralsd.net/o/dmes

557 Students

Elementary School K - 5th

School Overview

Dona Merced Elementary School is a public school located in Rancho Cucamonga, California, serving students within the Central School District. As a neighborhood-focused institution, the school is committed to fostering a supportive learning environment that prioritizes academic growth, social development, and the cultivation of strong foundational skills for its elementary-age students. The school emphasizes a well-rounded educational experience, aiming to prepare children for future academic success through a blend of rigorous instruction and community engagement.

The campus at 10333 Palo Alto serves as a local hub for the surrounding community, reflecting the district’s dedication to providing accessible, quality public education. By utilizing the SchoolLoop platform, Dona Merced maintains a focus on communication, keeping parents and guardians informed about school activities, classroom expectations, and student progress. Overall, the school is recognized for its commitment to creating a safe and nurturing atmosphere where students are encouraged to reach their full potential within a collaborative educational setting.

557

Total Students

22.0

Full-Time Teachers

25.3

Student/Teacher Ratio

66.6%

Free/Reduced Lunch

Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for Dona Merced Elementary
Demographic	Student Count
White	126
Hispanic	296
Black	35
Asian	50
Two or More	49
Pacific Islander	1

Hispanic
296 (53.1 %)
White
126 (22.6 %)
Asian
50 (9.0 %)
Two or More
49 (8.8 %)
Black
35 (6.3 %)
Pacific Islander
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:	Central Elementary
Phone:	(909)980-1600
Website:	http://www.centralsd.net/o/dmes
Grade Range:	K - 5th
Total Students:	557
Full-Time Teachers (FTE):	22.0
Pupil/Teacher Ratio:	25.3
NSLP Participation:¹	Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO)
Qualified Free Lunch:	304
Qualified Reduced Lunch:	67

* Charter Schools: A public charter school is a publicly funded school that operates independently under a legislative contract (or "charter") with a state, school district, or designated authorizing entity. Charters grant these schools greater operational flexibility over curriculum, staffing, and budgeting in exchange for strict accountability to achieve performance standards established in their charter agreement.

¹ National School Lunch Program (NSLP): The National School Lunch Program is a federally assisted meal program operating in public and nonprofit private schools. It provides nutritionally balanced, low-cost or free lunches to eligible children each school day based on household income thresholds or community eligibility options (CEO).

Title I Program Overview: Title I, Part A of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act (ESEA) allocates federal financial assistance to local educational agencies and public schools with high percentages of children from low-income families to help ensure that all children meet challenging state academic standards.

Grades Taught

Kindergarten 85

Grade 1 92

Grade 2 94

Grade 3 96

Grade 4 94

Grade 5 95

Grade 6 1