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#3895 of 9,539 schools in CA
Top 41% in state
Felicita Elementary
Elementary School · Escondido Union
737 West 13th Ave., Escondido, CA 92025
Enrollment
450
Student-Teacher
17.3:1
Score
6.8
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
450
Student-Teacher
17.3:1
Score
6.8
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#3,895 of 9,539
In Escondido
#23 of 39
public schools
In district
#13 of 24
Escondido Union
School environment
8.5 / 10
Excellent
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Felicita Elementary
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About Felicita Elementary
Felicita Elementary is a public elementary school in Escondido, CA, part of Escondido Union. Felicita Elementary serves approximately 450 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 17.3:1 student-teacher ratio. Felicita Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.8 out of 10 and ranks #3,895 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Felicita Elementary show 22% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 27% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 6.8 · Average
- District avg 6.8
- CA avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
Test scores at Felicita Elementary 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.
41% of students at Felicita 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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Felicita Elementary — Students at Felicita Elementary score 20% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 24%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
89.1%
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: 7.6/10.
How Felicita Elementary Compares
See how Felicita 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
737 West 13th Ave., Escondido, CA 92025
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Felicita Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Classical Academy (rated 8.0/10, 2.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Miller Elementary (rated 7.6/10, 0.6 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Limitless Learning Academy (rated 7.6/10, 1.1 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Escondido, see our Escondido schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.4 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| GRACE CHRISTIAN SCHOOL (CHANGED THE NAME 6/15) Escondido | 0.2 mi | 3.7 |
| Miller Elementary Escondido | 0.6 mi | 7.6 |
| BALBOA SCHOOL Escondido | 0.7 mi | 6.5 |
| Islamic School of Theology Escondido | 0.7 mi | — |
| ST MARY SCHOOL Escondido | 0.7 mi | 6.7 |
| Central Elementary Escondido | 0.9 mi | 6.5 |
| Motivated Youth Academy Escondido | 0.9 mi | 5.6 |
| Juniper Elementary Escondido | 0.9 mi | 7.2 |
| Del Dios Academy of Arts and Sciences Escondido | 1.1 mi | 6.7 |
| Limitless Learning Academy Escondido | 1.1 mi | 7.6 |
| Classical Academy High Escondido | 1.3 mi | 8.5 |
| Bernardo Elementary Escondido | 1.4 mi | 7.4 |
| Del Lago Academy - Campus of Applied Science Escondido | 1.3 mi | 7.3 |
| Lincoln Elementary Escondido | 2.0 mi | 6.6 |
| Mission Middle Escondido | 2.0 mi | 7.0 |
| L. R. Green Elementary Escondido | 1.9 mi | 7.0 |
| Bear Valley Middle Escondido | 2.1 mi | 6.8 |
| Farr Avenue Elementary Escondido | 2.3 mi | 6.6 |
| Classical Academy Escondido | 2.2 mi | 8.0 |
| Pioneer Elementary Escondido | 2.4 mi | 5.8 |
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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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Felicita Elementary
What grades does Felicita Elementary serve?
Felicita Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend Felicita Elementary?
Felicita Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 450 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Felicita Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Felicita Elementary is 17.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Felicita Elementary rank in CA?
Felicita Elementary ranks #3,895 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Felicita Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Felicita Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.8 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 Felicita Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Felicita Elementary has 22% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 27% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Felicita Elementary a charter school?
No, Felicita Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Felicita Elementary a Title I school?
No, Felicita Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Felicita Elementary?
89.1% of students at Felicita 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
- 450
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 17.3:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 26
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 89.1%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- San Diego County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 41.1%
- Phone
- (760) 432-2444
Resources & Links
District
Escondido Union- District Enrollment
- 14,173
- Schools in District
- 24
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $19,144
- District Rank
- #13 of 24
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