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#5883 of 9,539 schools in CA
EL Toyon Elementary
Elementary School · National Elementary
2000 East Division St., National City, CA 91950
Enrollment
411
Student-Teacher
21.6:1
Score
5.8
Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Enrollment
411
Student-Teacher
21.6:1
Score
5.8
Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#5,883 of 9,539
In National City
#1 of 15
public schools
In district
#1 of 10
National Elementary
School environment
7.0 / 10
Very Good
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EL Toyon Elementary
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About EL Toyon Elementary
EL Toyon Elementary is a public elementary school in National City, CA, part of National Elementary. EL Toyon Elementary serves approximately 411 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-6th, and has a 21.6:1 student-teacher ratio. EL Toyon Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.8 out of 10 and ranks #5,883 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for EL Toyon Elementary show 32% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 33% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 5.8 · Average
- District avg 4.6
- CA avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
EL Toyon Elementary runs 21.6:1 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.
41% of students at EL Toyon 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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EL Toyon Elementary — Students at EL Toyon Elementary score 25% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 28%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
83%
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: 5.6/10.
How EL Toyon Elementary Compares
See how EL Toyon 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
2000 East Division St., National City, CA 91950
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering EL Toyon Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Nye Elementary (rated 9.1/10, 1.3 miles away, in nearby San Diego), which scores notably higher. Another option is Balboa Elementary (rated 6.3/10, 1.1 miles away, in nearby San Diego), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Chavez Elementary (rated 5.7/10, 1.2 miles away, in nearby San Diego), with a very similar rating. For more schools in National City, see our National City schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.3 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Rancho de la Nacion National City | 0.1 mi | 4.5 |
| San Diego Workforce Innovation High National City | 0.2 mi | 4.2 |
| Knox Middle San Diego | 0.5 mi | 5.8 |
| Mt. Erie Christian Academy San Diego | 0.9 mi | — |
| MT ERIE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY San Diego | 0.9 mi | 5.5 |
| Porter Elementary San Diego | 1.0 mi | 4.1 |
| Palmer Way National City | 0.9 mi | 5.6 |
| Lincoln High San Diego | 1.1 mi | 4.7 |
| Ira Harbison National City | 0.9 mi | 4.8 |
| Central Elementary National City | 1.1 mi | 4.7 |
| Las Palmas National City | 1.2 mi | 3.8 |
| ST RITA'S SCHOOL San Diego | 1.2 mi | 5.2 |
| St. Rita's School San Diego | 1.2 mi | — |
| Faithful Ambassadors Bible Baptist Academy National City | 1.2 mi | — |
| Srinivasan School San Diego | 1.1 mi | — |
| Balboa Elementary San Diego | 1.1 mi | 6.3 |
| John A. Otis Elementary National City | 1.4 mi | 4.6 |
| Chavez Elementary San Diego | 1.2 mi | 5.7 |
| KIPP Adelante Preparatory Academy San Diego | 1.4 mi | 4.9 |
| Nye Elementary San Diego | 1.3 mi | 9.1 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 91950 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$63,858
Median Home Value
$580,700
Median Rent
$1,600/mo
Population
57,173
College Educated
16.5%
Homeownership
35.2%
Avg Commute
25.9 min
Poverty Rate
14.3%
Median Age
36.3
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about EL Toyon Elementary
What grades does EL Toyon Elementary serve?
EL Toyon Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 6th.
How many students attend EL Toyon Elementary?
EL Toyon Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 411 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at EL Toyon Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at EL Toyon Elementary is 21.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does EL Toyon Elementary rank in CA?
EL Toyon Elementary ranks #5,883 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is EL Toyon Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
EL Toyon Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.8 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 EL Toyon Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, EL Toyon Elementary has 32% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 33% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is EL Toyon Elementary a charter school?
No, EL Toyon Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is EL Toyon Elementary a Title I school?
No, EL Toyon Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for EL Toyon Elementary?
83.0% of students at EL Toyon 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
- 411
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 21.6:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 19
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 83.0%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- San Diego County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 40.6%
- Phone
- (619) 336-8000
Resources & Links
District
National Elementary- District Enrollment
- 4,200
- Schools in District
- 11
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $22,721
- District Rank
- #1 of 10
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