Serving 461 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Richard Henry Dana 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 35-39% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35-39% (which is lower than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 18:1 is lower than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 61% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 461 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 61%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 21-39% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Richard Henry Dana Elementary School's student population of 461 students has grown by 103% over five school years.
The teacher population of 26 teachers has grown by 160% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
461 students
Total Classroom Teachers
26 teachers
Colors
Blue and Green
School Calendar
Average Class Size
25 students
School Rankings
Richard Henry Dana Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Richard Henry Dana Elementary School is 0.63, which is equal to the diversity score at state average of 0.63. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#4369 out of 9523 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
21-39%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
2%
12%
Hispanic
45%
56%
Black
n/a
5%
White
39%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
14%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
39%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Whales
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Richard Henry Dana Elementary School's ranking?
Richard Henry Dana Elementary School is ranked #4369 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in California.
What schools are Richard Henry Dana Elementary School often compared to?
Richard Henry Dana Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Truman Benedict Elementary School, Palisades Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 35-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Richard Henry Dana Elementary School?
461 students attend Richard Henry Dana Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
45% of Richard Henry Dana Elementary School students are Hispanic, 39% of students are White, 14% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Richard Henry Dana Elementary School?
Richard Henry Dana Elementary School has a student ration of 18:1, which is lower than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Richard Henry Dana Elementary School offer ?
Richard Henry Dana Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Richard Henry Dana Elementary School part of?
Richard Henry Dana Elementary School is part of Capistrano Unified School District.
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