Serving 456 students in grades Kindergarten-6, La Veta Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 40% (which is higher than the California state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 48% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 25:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 87% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 456 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 25:1
- Minority Enrollment: 87%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 40% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 48% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 25-29% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
La Veta Elementary School's student population of 456 students has declined by 31% over five school years.
The teacher population of 18 teachers has declined by 25% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
Total Students
456 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
18 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
La Veta Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 9,602 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of La Veta Elementary School is 0.43, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.63. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#3480 out of 9602 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
48%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
25:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
5%
12%
Hispanic
74%
56%
Black
n/a
5%
White
13%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
54%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
13%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is La Veta Elementary School's ranking?
La Veta Elementary School is ranked #3480 out of 9,602 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in California.
What schools are La Veta Elementary School often compared to?
La Veta Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Mcpherson Magnet by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CA state average), while 48% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend La Veta Elementary School?
456 students attend La Veta Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
74% of La Veta Elementary School students are Hispanic, 13% of students are White, 8% of students are Two or more races, and 5% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of La Veta Elementary School?
La Veta Elementary School has a student ration of 25:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does La Veta Elementary School offer ?
La Veta Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6
What school district is La Veta Elementary School part of?
La Veta Elementary School is part of Orange Unified School District.
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