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Dolores Mission Elementary School

170 S Gless St
Los Angeles, CA 90033
Dolores Mission School is a Catholic parish grade school (K-8).
Together with the family, we strive to educate the whole child academically, spiritually, physically, and morally, in a nurturing environment.
Our students and their families are part of a larger faith community with a rich cultural identity.
As an integral part of a Jesuit parish, our goal is to empower our children to become leaders in their community, 鈥渨omen and men for others".
Dolores Mission School offers a variety of academic and extracurricular activities, including Writing-to-Read, computer-based learning, art classes, educational field trips, tutoring, summer programs and after school sports.
The safe and nurturing environment of DMS prepares well-rounded children by blending high academic achievement with cultural, extracurricular and religious activities.

Quick Facts (2026)

  • Grades: Kindergarten-8
  • Enrollment: 207 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

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Dolores Mission Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in California for:

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Attribute

School Overview

School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8

Student Body

Total Students
207 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
94%
State avg.: 51%
Students by Grade
Dolores Mission Elementary School Student By Grade

Academics and Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers
12 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
National avg.:

Tuition and Acceptance Rate

Admission Deadline
None / Rolling

School Notes

  • Dolores Mission School is a Catholic parish grade school (K-8). Together with the family, we strive to educate the whole child academically, spiritually, physically, and morally, in a nurturing environment. Our students and their families are part of a larger faith community with a rich cultural identity. As an integral part of a Jesuit parish, our goal is to empower our children to become leaders in their community, 鈥渨omen and men for others". Dolores Mission School offers a variety of academic and extracurricular activities, including Writing-to-Read, computer-based learning, art classes, educational field trips, tutoring, summer programs and after school sports. The safe and nurturing environment of DMS prepares well-rounded children by blending high academic achievement with cultural, extracurricular and religious activities.
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

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What schools are Dolores Mission Elementary School often compared to?
Dolores Mission Elementary School is often viewed alongside schools like School Of Santa Isabel by visitors of our site.
When is the application deadline for Dolores Mission Elementary School?
The application deadline for Dolores Mission Elementary School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
In what neighborhood is Dolores Mission Elementary School located?
Dolores Mission Elementary School is located in the Central LA neighborhood of Los Angeles, CA. There are 47 other private schools located in Central LA.

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Quick Facts (2026)

  • Grades: Kindergarten-8
  • Enrollment: 207 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

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