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.
499
Total Students
22.5
Full-Time Teachers
22.2
Student/Teacher Ratio
78.6%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for La Paloma Elementary
Demographic Student Count
White102
Hispanic353
Black5
Asian6
Two or More28
Pacific Islander5
  • Hispanic
    353 (70.7%)
  • White
    102 (20.4%)
  • Two or More
    28 (5.6%)
  • Asian
    6 (1.2%)
  • Black
    5 (1.0%)
  • Pacific Islander
    5 (1.0%)
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: 499
Full-Time Teachers (FTE): 22.5
Pupil/Teacher Ratio: 22.2
NSLP Participation:1 Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO)
Qualified Free Lunch: 325
Qualified Reduced Lunch: 67
Grades Taught
Kindergarten 92
Grade 1 67
Grade 2 64
Grade 3 69
Grade 4 65
Grade 5 56
Grade 6 86

Grades Taught Data Table

Grades Taught and Student Counts for La Paloma Elementary
Grade Student Count
Kindergarten92
Grade 167
Grade 264
Grade 369
Grade 465
Grade 556
Grade 686
Gender Ratio

Student Gender Ratio Data Table

Student Gender Ratio for La Paloma Elementary
Gender Student Count Percentage
Female21943.9%
Male28056.1%
Nearby Elementary Schools (Within 10 Miles)