Dahlia Heights Elementary

Dahlia Heights Elementary

Public Elementary School | Grade K-6
5063 Floristan Ave,  Los Angeles, CA
Los Angeles Unified School District
3.0
4.3
377 Students
A-
Niche Grade
Dahlia Heights Elementary provides education for kindergarten to sixth grade children living in the Eagle Rock neighborhood of Los Angeles. Represented by the school’s mascot, the dove symbolizes caring for others with “dove love” through acts of kindness, art therapies and compassion. Teachers support Dahlia Doves with studies in the 5-Cs of critical thinking, creativity, collaboration, communication and community. The specialized programs at Dahlia Heights allow students to excel with unique learning experiences and opportunities for advancement. The gifted and talented program focuses on critical thinking, arts and communication skills. Students between fourth and sixth grade can join robotics activities. Plus, the kid’s zone supplies homework assistance for studies and fun websites for children’s entertainment. Parents have access to resources and options for participating in school events too. At Dahlia Heights Elementary, extracurricular school activities focus on recycling education, food and clothing drives, gatherings at the school library and school functions. During breaks, children can play basketball, kickball or handball. After school and summer camp activities encourage student development, as well, with E-3 concepts based on enrichment educational experiences. Dahlia Heights Elementary was rebuilt after the original school was demolished during the late 1960s. The first school constructed during the early 20th century was named Eagle Rock’s East School because of its relation to Central School. The West School was also built during the early 20th century to accommodate the city’s growing population.

School Details

Head of School
Kristin Phelps-shaw
Student Teacher Ratio
24:1
Math Proficiency
62%
Reading Proficiency
77%

Niche Grade

A-
Academics
A+
Teachers
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Academics
Reading Proficiency
77%
Math Proficiency
62%
Teachers
Student Teacher Ratio
24:1
Teachers
16
Full Time Teachers
16
Teachers in First or Second Year
5.9%

GreatSchools Rating

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Test Scores

Math
40.9%
State Average
17.9%
Science
39.5%
State Average
9.9%
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Student Diversity

Male
50.7%
Female
49.3%
White
39.8%
Hispanic
32.6%
Asian or Pacific Islander
13.3%
Two or more races
12.7%
Black
1.1%
Native American
<1%
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Specialty School Programs

Free/Reduced Lunch Offered

This School’s Reviews

Niche Reviews
3.0 2 Reviews
5.0 Parent
7/30/2021
Our son was in Dahlia Heights during COVID, for 1st grade. During that time, the teachers collaborated to make it a full and educational experience. They had live arts -- theater, music, dance, drawing. They traveled to different countries. They found creative ways to give one-on-one time with students. The teachers all showed love for their work. We're sad we had to leave the school (we moved!) because I'd love to see what live teaching is like there. This school has a big, big heart.
GreatSchools Reviews
4.3 27 Reviews
5.0 parent
5/10/2023
I feel so incredibly lucky to have my children in this school. Mrs. Shaw is an incredible leader who not only listens to feedback but also takes action. The community is so kind and welcoming and the school events are truly special. We recently had our first annual Spring Art Show and it was absolut...
5.0 parent
3/9/2023
Our family has been a part of the Dahlia community for over 5 years now and we're very happy. We have two kids at the school and they're both thriving. The school and the PTA work hard to create a feeling of community and the families we've gotten to know over the years are among our closest friends...
5.0 parent
2/27/2023
We love Dahlia! This is our family's fifth year here, and we feel so lucky that it is our local school. The majority of the teachers are wonderful, and Mrs. Shaw, the principal, is great. The PTA is strong and I feel like we are a part of the community. I have always been able to get answers and fee...
1.0 parent
2/25/2023
I'll start by saying that we were very excited to be at this school and had every reason to believe that this would be the perfect school for our child, but it quickly became evident that we were not in the right place. Even though I really liked their slogans of peace and anti-bullying campaigns, t...

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