Needs Improvement
#9449 of 9,539 schools in CA
Chase Avenue Elementary
Elementary School · Cajon Valley Union
195 East Chase Ave., EL Cajon, CA 92020
Enrollment
755
Student-Teacher
24.4:1
Score
2.5
Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Enrollment
755
Student-Teacher
24.4:1
Score
2.5
Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#9,449 of 9,539
In EL Cajon
#37 of 38
public schools
In district
#23 of 24
Cajon Valley Union
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Chase Avenue Elementary
Elementary School in EL Cajon · grades Kindergarten – 6th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Chase Avenue Elementary
Chase Avenue Elementary is a public elementary school in EL Cajon, CA, part of Cajon Valley Union. Chase Avenue Elementary serves approximately 755 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-6th, and has a 24.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Chase Avenue Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 2.5 out of 10 and ranks #9,449 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Chase Avenue Elementary show 25% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 23% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 2.5 · Needs Improvement
- District avg 4.0
- CA avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
Chase Avenue Elementary runs 24.4:1 students to teachers, above the national average. That often means bigger classes. Ask how the school supports kids who need extra help, and whether there are teaching assistants or small-group time.
44% of students at Chase Avenue 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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Chase Avenue Elementary — Students at Chase Avenue Elementary score 9% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 24%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
90.1%
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: 2.2/10.
How Chase Avenue Elementary Compares
See how Chase Avenue 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
195 East Chase Ave., EL Cajon, CA 92020
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Chase Avenue Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Murdock Elementary (rated 6.9/10, 2.0 miles away, in nearby La Mesa), which scores notably higher. Another option is HOLY TRINITY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 6.0/10, 1.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Fuerte Elementary (rated 5.9/10, 1.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in EL Cajon, see our EL Cajon schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.1 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Literacy First Charter El Cajon | 0.7 mi | 5.6 |
| EJE Elementary Academy Charter El Cajon | 0.7 mi | 3.1 |
| EJE Middle Academy El Cajon | 0.7 mi | 4.4 |
| CHASE RANCH MONTESSORI SCHOOL El Cajon | 0.7 mi | — |
| Anza Elementary El Cajon | 0.8 mi | 3.4 |
| Empower El Cajon | 1.2 mi | — |
| Lexington Elementary El Cajon | 1.2 mi | 3.7 |
| Cajon Valley Middle El Cajon | 1.4 mi | 5.2 |
| HOLY TRINITY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL El Cajon | 1.4 mi | 6.0 |
| Fuerte Elementary El Cajon | 1.5 mi | 5.9 |
| Johnson Elementary El Cajon | 1.6 mi | 5.0 |
| El Cajon Valley High El Cajon | 1.6 mi | 4.4 |
| Grossmont High La Mesa | 1.5 mi | 5.4 |
| Altus Schools East County San Diego | 1.9 mi | 4.6 |
| Elite Academy El Cajon | 1.7 mi | 5.1 |
| REACH Academy La Mesa | 1.7 mi | — |
| Naranca Elementary El Cajon | 1.9 mi | 2.6 |
| Avocado Elementary La Mesa | 2.0 mi | 4.3 |
| Murdock Elementary La Mesa | 2.0 mi | 6.9 |
| Diego Valley East Public Charter El Cajon | 2.1 mi | 3.9 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 92020 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$72,822
Median Home Value
$741,600
Median Rent
$1,793/mo
Population
58,490
College Educated
26%
Homeownership
43.1%
Avg Commute
24.6 min
Poverty Rate
16.6%
Median Age
36.3
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Chase Avenue Elementary
What grades does Chase Avenue Elementary serve?
Chase Avenue Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 6th.
How many students attend Chase Avenue Elementary?
Chase Avenue Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 755 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Chase Avenue Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Chase Avenue Elementary is 24.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Chase Avenue Elementary rank in CA?
Chase Avenue Elementary ranks #9,449 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Chase Avenue Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Chase Avenue Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 2.5 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 Chase Avenue Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Chase Avenue Elementary has 25% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 23% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Chase Avenue Elementary a charter school?
No, Chase Avenue Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Chase Avenue Elementary a Title I school?
No, Chase Avenue Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Chase Avenue Elementary?
90.1% of students at Chase Avenue 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 – 6th
- Enrollment
- 755
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 24.4:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 31
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 90.1%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- San Diego County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 44.0%
- Phone
- (619) 588-3123
Resources & Links
District
Cajon Valley Union- District Enrollment
- 15,607
- Schools in District
- 26
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $18,982
- District Rank
- #23 of 24
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