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Best Schools in El Cajon, California
Compare 43 elementary, middle, and high schools. View ratings, test scores, reviews, and more.
43
Total Schools
Public & Charter Schools
28,483
Total Students
Across El Cajon
20.7:1
Avg Student-Teacher Ratio
District average
43 schools found
Advanced Insights & Statistics
Dynamic metrics computed specifically for currently filtered schools
Academic Proficiency Averages
Math Assessment Score0%
ELA Assessment Score0%
🎯 Proficiency averages represent the percentage of students meeting or exceeding state proficiency standard benchmarks.
Classroom Attention Ratio
Favorable Class Size (<15:1)7 Schools
Moderate Class Size (15-20:1)3 Schools
Larger Class Size (>20:1)10 Schools
💡 Lower classroom ratios are associated with greater individual student support, tutoring efficiency, and learning success.
Filtered Quality Highlights
- ✓0% of schools in this view have an Overall Rating of 8.0/10 or above.
- ✓Largest student enrollment is 2,331 students at Granite Hills High.
- ✓Best student-teacher ratio is 7:1, offering optimal classroom attention.
🏆 Quality highlights let you quickly understand extremes within your current search criteria.
Dehesa Elementary
publicmiddleK-8
4612 Dehesa Rd., El Cajon, CA 92019
0
Rating
Students
399
Student-Teacher
14:1
ELA Proficiency
0%
Math Proficiency
0%
Granite Hills High
publichighGrade 9-12
1719 East Madison Ave., El Cajon, CA 92019
0
Rating
Students
2,331
Student-Teacher
24:1
ELA Proficiency
0%
Math Proficiency
0%
Chaparral High
publichighGrade 9-12
1600 North Cuyamaca St., El Cajon, CA 92020
0
Rating
Students
45
Student-Teacher
7:1
ELA Proficiency
0%
Math Proficiency
0%
Grossmont Middle College High
publichighGrade 11-12
8800 Grossmont College Dr., El Cajon, CA 92020
0
Rating
Students
37
Student-Teacher
14:1
ELA Proficiency
0%
Math Proficiency
0%
Elite Academy
publichighGrade 9-12
230 Jamacha Blvd., El Cajon, CA 92019
0
Rating
Students
34
Student-Teacher
10:1
ELA Proficiency
0%
Math Proficiency
0%
Idea Center
publichighGrade 9-12
1600 North Cuyamaca St., El Cajon, CA 92020
0
Rating
Students
127
Student-Teacher
7:1
ELA Proficiency
0%
Math Proficiency
0%
Merit Academy
publichighGrade 9-12
1600 North Cuyamaca St., El Cajon, CA 92020
0
Rating
Students
68
Student-Teacher
9:1
ELA Proficiency
0%
Math Proficiency
0%
Fletcher Hills Elementary
publicelementaryK-5
2330 Center Pl., El Cajon, CA 92020
0
Rating
Students
540
Student-Teacher
25:1
ELA Proficiency
0%
Math Proficiency
0%
Pepper Drive Elementary
publicmiddleK-8
1935 Marlinda Way, El Cajon, CA 92020
0
Rating
Students
661
Student-Teacher
24:1
ELA Proficiency
0%
Math Proficiency
0%
Valhalla High
publichighGrade 9-12
1725 Hillsdale Rd., El Cajon, CA 92019
0
Rating
Students
1,728
Student-Teacher
23:1
ELA Proficiency
0%
Math Proficiency
0%
El Cajon Valley High
publichighGrade 9-12
1035 East Madison Ave., El Cajon, CA 92021
0
Rating
Students
1,701
Student-Teacher
20:1
ELA Proficiency
0%
Math Proficiency
0%
Empower
publicmiddleK-8
165 Roanoke Rd., El Cajon, CA 92020
0
Rating
Students
21
Student-Teacher
7:1
ELA Proficiency
0%
Math Proficiency
0%
Los Coches Creek Middle
publicmiddleGrade 6-8
9669 Dunbar Ln., El Cajon, CA 92021
0
Rating
Students
518
Student-Teacher
19:1
ELA Proficiency
0%
Math Proficiency
0%
Hillsdale Middle
publicmiddleGrade 6-8
1301 Brabham St., El Cajon, CA 92019
0
Rating
Students
1,481
Student-Teacher
22:1
ELA Proficiency
0%
Math Proficiency
0%
Blossom Valley Elementary
publicelementaryK-5
9863 Oakmont Terr., El Cajon, CA 92021
0
Rating
Students
533
Student-Teacher
23:1
ELA Proficiency
0%
Math Proficiency
0%
Cajon Valley Home
publicmiddleK-8
2962 Jamul Dr., El Cajon, CA 92019
0
Rating
Students
117
Student-Teacher
17:1
ELA Proficiency
0%
Math Proficiency
0%
Vista Grande Elementary
publicelementaryK-5
1908 Vista Grande Rd., El Cajon, CA 92019
0
Rating
Students
633
Student-Teacher
25:1
ELA Proficiency
0%
Math Proficiency
0%
Rancho San Diego Elementary
publicelementaryK-5
12151 Calle Albara, El Cajon, CA 92019
0
Rating
Students
533
Student-Teacher
25:1
ELA Proficiency
0%
Math Proficiency
0%
Meridian Elementary
publicelementaryK-5
651 South Third St., El Cajon, CA 92019
0
Rating
Students
570
Student-Teacher
23:1
ELA Proficiency
0%
Math Proficiency
0%
Rios Elementary
publicelementaryK-5
14314 Rios Canyon Rd., El Cajon, CA 92021
0
Rating
Students
255
Student-Teacher
21:1
ELA Proficiency
0%
Math Proficiency
0%
Detailed Overview of Schools in El Cajon
El Cajon, California is home to 43 schools serving over 28,483 students across elementary, middle, and high school levels. The district offers a mix of public, charter, and private institutions with strong academic programs and diverse extracurricular activities.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many schools are in El Cajon, California?
There are 43 schools in El Cajon, serving 28,483 students across elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the best elementary school in El Cajon?
Based on our ratings, the top-rated elementary schools in El Cajon include schools with ratings of 9.0 or higher. Use our filters to view all elementary schools sorted by rating.
What is the average student-teacher ratio in El Cajon?
The average student-teacher ratio across all schools in El Cajon is 20.7:1.