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#4482 of 9,539 schools in CA
Top 47% in state
Central Elementary
Elementary School · Escondido Union
122 West Fourth Ave., Escondido, CA 92025
Enrollment
547
Student-Teacher
19.5:1
Score
6.5
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
547
Student-Teacher
19.5:1
Score
6.5
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#4,482 of 9,539
In Escondido
#29 of 39
public schools
In district
#19 of 24
Escondido Union
Academic growth
7.1 / 10
Very Good
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Central Elementary
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About Central Elementary
Central Elementary is a public elementary school in Escondido, CA, part of Escondido Union. Central Elementary serves approximately 547 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 19.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Central Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.5 out of 10 and ranks #4,482 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Central Elementary show 25% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 25% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 6.5 · Average
- District avg 6.8
- CA avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
47% of students at Central Elementary were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.
Score Breakdown
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Central Elementary — Students at Central Elementary score 23% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 22%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
93.6%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)
Based on 30 test records from CA state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 7.1/10.
How Central Elementary Compares
See how Central 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
122 West Fourth Ave., Escondido, CA 92025
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Central Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Conway Elementary (rated 8.4/10, 2.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Miller Elementary (rated 7.6/10, 1.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Limitless Learning Academy (rated 7.6/10, 1.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Escondido, see our Escondido schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.9 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Islamic School of Theology Escondido | 0.2 mi | — |
| Classical Academy High Escondido | 0.4 mi | 8.5 |
| ST MARY SCHOOL Escondido | 0.6 mi | 6.7 |
| GRACE CHRISTIAN SCHOOL (CHANGED THE NAME 6/15) Escondido | 0.8 mi | 3.7 |
| Felicita Elementary Escondido | 0.9 mi | 6.8 |
| Mission Middle Escondido | 1.1 mi | 7.0 |
| Motivated Youth Academy Escondido | 1.0 mi | 5.6 |
| Juniper Elementary Escondido | 1.1 mi | 7.2 |
| Lincoln Elementary Escondido | 1.2 mi | 6.6 |
| Farr Avenue Elementary Escondido | 1.4 mi | 6.6 |
| Miller Elementary Escondido | 1.5 mi | 7.6 |
| Pioneer Elementary Escondido | 1.5 mi | 5.8 |
| Del Dios Academy of Arts and Sciences Escondido | 1.4 mi | 6.7 |
| Limitless Learning Academy Escondido | 1.4 mi | 7.6 |
| BALBOA SCHOOL Escondido | 1.6 mi | 6.5 |
| Conway Elementary Escondido | 2.0 mi | 8.4 |
| Rose Elementary Escondido | 1.9 mi | 7.4 |
| Escondido High Escondido | 2.0 mi | 7.3 |
| KINGS ACADEMY Escondido | 2.0 mi | 5.4 |
| Escondido Charter High Escondido | 1.9 mi | 8.4 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 92025 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$71,716
Median Home Value
$767,400
Median Rent
$1,823/mo
Population
50,046
College Educated
28.5%
Homeownership
42.1%
Avg Commute
26.4 min
Poverty Rate
16.9%
Median Age
36.8
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| Academia Moderna Walnut Park, CA | 6.5 |
| Accelerated Los Angeles, CA | 6.5 |
| Allison Elementary Pomona, CA | 6.5 |
| Almondale Elementary Bakersfield, CA | 6.5 |
| Baywood Elementary San Mateo, CA | 6.5 |
| Bel Aire Park Elementary Napa, CA | 6.5 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Central Elementary
What grades does Central Elementary serve?
Central Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend Central Elementary?
Central Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 547 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Central Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Central Elementary is 19.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Central Elementary rank in CA?
Central Elementary ranks #4,482 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Central Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Central Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.5 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 Central Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Central Elementary has 25% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 25% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Central Elementary a charter school?
No, Central Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Central Elementary a Title I school?
No, Central Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Central Elementary?
93.6% of students at Central 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.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 5th
- Enrollment
- 547
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 19.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 28
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 93.6%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- San Diego County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 47.0%
- Phone
- (760) 432-2431
Resources & Links
District
Escondido Union- District Enrollment
- 14,173
- Schools in District
- 24
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $19,144
- District Rank
- #19 of 24
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