Overview

Richard Henry Dana Elementary School is a public school in Dana Point, CA, offering a Gifted & Talented program. It is one of 42 elementary schools in Capistrano Unified School District.

School Rating

Richard Henry Dana Elementary School is performing average compared to public and charter schools in California with the same grade levels.
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Courses & Programs

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Teachers & Staff

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About the School

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Neighborhood

24242 La Cresta Drive
Dana Point, CA 92629
School leader: Kristen Nelson
(949) 496-5784
(949) 488-3867
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