Needs Improvement
#8648 of 9,539 schools in CA
Diego Valley East Public Charter
School · Diego Valley East Public Charter District
511 North Second St., EL Cajon, CA 92021
Enrollment
399
Student-Teacher
19.9:1
Score
3.9
Grades
Kindergarten – 12th
Enrollment
399
Student-Teacher
19.9:1
Score
3.9
Grades
Kindergarten – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#8,648 of 9,539
In EL Cajon
#24 of 38
public schools
Academic growth
9.6 / 10
Excellent
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Diego Valley East Public Charter
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About Diego Valley East Public Charter
Diego Valley East Public Charter is a public school in EL Cajon, CA, part of Diego Valley East Public Charter District. Diego Valley East Public Charter serves approximately 399 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-12th, and has a 19.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Diego Valley East Public Charter has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.9 out of 10 and ranks #8,648 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Diego Valley East Public Charter show 6% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2018-2024) and 28% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2018-2024).
- This school 3.9 · Needs Improvement
- CA avg 6.3
What Parents Should Know
Test scores at Diego Valley East Public Charter sit below average, but its growth scores are strong: students here make above-average progress year over year. The raw numbers haven't caught up, but a school that keeps moving kids forward is doing the harder, more important work.
Diego Valley East Public Charter is a charter school: publicly funded, but run with more independence than a traditional district school. Many charters are built around a specific model or focus, so it's worth understanding this one's mission, how enrollment works, and how it differs from the district schools nearby.
90% of students at Diego Valley East Public Charter 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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Diego Valley East Public Charter — Students at Diego Valley East Public Charter score 14% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 28%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
82%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)
Based on 14 test records from CA state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 9.6/10.
How Diego Valley East Public Charter Compares
See how Diego Valley East Public Charter 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
511 North Second St., EL Cajon, CA 92021
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Diego Valley East Public Charter may also want to explore other schools in the area. Kidinnu Academy (rated 8.7/10, 0.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is ST KIERAN CATHOLIC SCHOOL (rated 6.1/10, 1.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, HOLY TRINITY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 6.0/10, 0.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in EL Cajon, see our EL Cajon schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.1 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Elite Academy El Cajon | 0.5 mi | 5.1 |
| REACH Academy La Mesa | 0.5 mi | — |
| TAPROOT MONTESSORI PRESCHOOL & KINDERGARTEN El Cajon | 0.6 mi | — |
| Kidinnu Academy El Cajon | 0.6 mi | 8.7 |
| Bostonia Global El Cajon | 0.6 mi | 2.8 |
| CHRISTIAN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL - WEST CAMPUS El Cajon | 0.7 mi | 4.2 |
| Greenfield Middle El Cajon | 0.8 mi | 4.1 |
| HOLY TRINITY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL El Cajon | 0.8 mi | 6.0 |
| El Cajon Valley High El Cajon | 0.7 mi | 4.4 |
| Naranca Elementary El Cajon | 0.8 mi | 2.6 |
| Lexington Elementary El Cajon | 0.9 mi | 3.7 |
| Saint Kieran Catholic School El Cajon | 1.0 mi | — |
| EL CAJON SEVENTH-DAY ADVENTIST CHRISTIAN SCHOOL El Cajon | 0.9 mi | 5.0 |
| Madison Avenue Elementary El Cajon | 0.9 mi | 3.4 |
| Montgomery Middle El Cajon | 0.9 mi | 3.7 |
| El Cajon SDA School El Cajon | 0.9 mi | — |
| ST KIERAN CATHOLIC SCHOOL El Cajon | 1.0 mi | 6.1 |
| Meridian Elementary El Cajon | 1.0 mi | 2.9 |
| Empower El Cajon | 1.1 mi | — |
| Granite Hills High El Cajon | 1.1 mi | 5.4 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 92021 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$69,979
Median Home Value
$572,000
Median Rent
$1,818/mo
Population
69,306
College Educated
22.1%
Homeownership
52.7%
Avg Commute
25.4 min
Poverty Rate
18.2%
Median Age
36
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|---|---|
| DESERT CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Bermuda Dunes, CA | 3.9 |
| Pivot Charter School - North Bay Santa Rosa, CA | 3.9 |
| ST THOMAS MORE SCHOOL San Jose, CA | 3.9 |
| Surfside Academy Oceanside, CA | 3.9 |
| Kern County Special Education Bakersfield, CA | 4.0 |
| Escuela Popular Accelerated Family Learning San Jose, CA | 4.1 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Diego Valley East Public Charter
What grades does Diego Valley East Public Charter serve?
Diego Valley East Public Charter serves students in grades Kindergarten through 12th.
How many students attend Diego Valley East Public Charter?
Diego Valley East Public Charter has an enrollment of approximately 399 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Diego Valley East Public Charter?
The student-teacher ratio at Diego Valley East Public Charter is 19.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Diego Valley East Public Charter rank in CA?
Diego Valley East Public Charter ranks #8,648 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Diego Valley East Public Charter's MySchoolScout rating?
Diego Valley East Public Charter has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.9 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 Diego Valley East Public Charter?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Diego Valley East Public Charter has 6% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2018-2024) and 28% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2018-2024).
Is Diego Valley East Public Charter a charter school?
Yes, Diego Valley East Public Charter is a charter school. Charter schools are publicly funded but independently operated, often with more flexibility in curriculum and teaching methods.
Is Diego Valley East Public Charter a Title I school?
No, Diego Valley East Public Charter is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Diego Valley East Public Charter?
82.0% of students at Diego Valley East Public Charter 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 – 12th
- Enrollment
- 399
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 19.9:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 20
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 82.0%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- San Diego County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 90.2%
- Phone
- (619) 870-0608
- 4-Year Graduation
- 12.0%
Resources & Links
District
Diego Valley East Public Charter District- District Enrollment
- 399
- Schools in District
- 1
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $17,903
- District Rank
- #1 of 1
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