Very Good
#2075 of 9,539 schools in CA
Top 22% in state
Casillas (joseph) Elementary
Elementary School · Chula Vista Elementary
1130 East J St., Chula Vista, CA 91910
Enrollment
468
Student-Teacher
18.7:1
Score
7.7
Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Enrollment
468
Student-Teacher
18.7:1
Score
7.7
Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#2,075 of 9,539
In Chula Vista
#14 of 62
public schools
In district
#12 of 42
Chula Vista Elementary
School environment
9.4 / 10
Excellent
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Casillas (joseph) Elementary
Elementary School in Chula Vista · grades Kindergarten – 6th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Casillas (joseph) Elementary
Casillas (joseph) Elementary is a public elementary school in Chula Vista, CA, part of Chula Vista Elementary. Casillas (joseph) Elementary serves approximately 468 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-6th, and has a 18.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Casillas (joseph) Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.7 out of 10 and ranks #2,075 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Casillas (joseph) Elementary show 56% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 62% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 7.7 · Very Good
- District avg 6.5
- CA avg 6.2
Score Breakdown
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Casillas (joseph) Elementary — Students at Casillas (joseph) Elementary score 49% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 47%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
49.1%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)
Based on 32 test records from CA state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 7.1/10.
How Casillas (joseph) Elementary Compares
See how Casillas (joseph) Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
1130 East J St., Chula Vista, CA 91910
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Casillas (joseph) Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Parkview Elementary (rated 9.1/10, 1.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Discovery Charter (rated 8.2/10, 0.9 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, McMillin (Corky) Elementary (rated 7.9/10, 1.6 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Chula Vista, see our Chula Vista schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.6 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Rancho del Rey Middle Chula Vista | 0.1 mi | 6.5 |
| KINDERCARE LEARNING CENTER-PASEO LADERA SAP Chula Vista | 0.5 mi | — |
| Chula Vista Hills Elementary Chula Vista | 0.7 mi | 6.3 |
| VICTORY CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Chula Vista | 0.9 mi | 6.5 |
| Hedenkamp (Anne and William) Elementary Chula Vista | 0.9 mi | 7.0 |
| Discovery Charter Chula Vista | 0.9 mi | 8.2 |
| Heritage Elementary Chula Vista | 0.8 mi | 7.6 |
| Alta Vista Academy Chula Vista | 1.1 mi | 6.6 |
| Bonita Vista Middle Chula Vista | 1.4 mi | 6.2 |
| Bonita Vista Senior High Chula Vista | 1.4 mi | 6.7 |
| KINDERLAND MONTESSORI Chula Vista | 1.5 mi | 4.9 |
| MONTESSORI HILLS ACADEMY Chula Vista | 1.2 mi | 7.7 |
| Mindful Montessori School Chula Vista | 1.5 mi | — |
| Otay Ranch Senior High Chula Vista | 1.3 mi | 6.9 |
| Muraoka (Saburo) Elementary Chula Vista | 1.5 mi | 6.4 |
| Tiffany (Burton C.) Elementary Chula Vista | 1.6 mi | 5.7 |
| Rogers (Greg) Elementary Chula Vista | 1.5 mi | 4.6 |
| Parkview Elementary Chula Vista | 1.6 mi | 9.1 |
| CALVARY CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Chula Vista | 1.6 mi | 8.0 |
| McMillin (Corky) Elementary Chula Vista | 1.6 mi | 7.9 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 91910 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$87,705
Median Home Value
$676,700
Median Rent
$1,930/mo
Population
77,957
College Educated
28.6%
Homeownership
50.6%
Avg Commute
26.2 min
Poverty Rate
10.3%
Median Age
38.4
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Alamo Elementary Alamo, CA | 7.7 |
| Aspire Firestone Academy Charter Oakland, CA | 7.7 |
| Atwater Avenue Elementary Los Angeles, CA | 7.7 |
| Benchley/Weinberger Elementary San Diego, CA | 7.7 |
| Bowman Charter Auburn, CA | 7.7 |
| Burbank Boulevard Elementary North Hollywood, CA | 7.7 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Casillas (joseph) Elementary
What grades does Casillas (joseph) Elementary serve?
Casillas (joseph) Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 6th.
How many students attend Casillas (joseph) Elementary?
Casillas (joseph) Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 468 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Casillas (joseph) Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Casillas (joseph) Elementary is 18.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Casillas (joseph) Elementary rank in CA?
Casillas (joseph) Elementary ranks #2,075 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Casillas (joseph) Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Casillas (joseph) Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.7 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at Casillas (joseph) Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Casillas (joseph) Elementary has 56% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 62% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Casillas (joseph) Elementary a charter school?
No, Casillas (joseph) Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Casillas (joseph) Elementary a Title I school?
No, Casillas (joseph) Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Casillas (joseph) Elementary?
49.1% of students at Casillas (joseph) Elementary qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 6th
- Enrollment
- 468
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 18.7:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 25
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 49.1%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- San Diego County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 16.7%
- Phone
- (619) 421-7555
Resources & Links
District
Chula Vista Elementary- District Enrollment
- 22,285
- Schools in District
- 43
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $20,258
- District Rank
- #12 of 42
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