Very Good
#3074 of 9,539 schools in CA
Top 32% in state
Juniper Elementary
Elementary School · Escondido Union
1809 South Juniper St., Escondido, CA 92025
Enrollment
563
Student-Teacher
18.2:1
Score
7.2
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
563
Student-Teacher
18.2:1
Score
7.2
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#3,074 of 9,539
In Escondido
#18 of 39
public schools
In district
#9 of 24
Escondido Union
School environment
8.0 / 10
Excellent
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About Juniper Elementary
Juniper Elementary is a public elementary school in Escondido, CA, part of Escondido Union. Juniper Elementary serves approximately 563 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 18.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Juniper Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.2 out of 10 and ranks #3,074 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Juniper Elementary show 29% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 31% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 7.2 · Very Good
- District avg 6.8
- CA avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
43% of students at Juniper 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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Juniper Elementary — Students at Juniper Elementary score 28% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 24%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
89%
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: 7.5/10.
How Juniper Elementary Compares
See how Juniper 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
1809 South Juniper St., Escondido, CA 92025
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Juniper Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Heritage K-8 Charter (rated 8.2/10, 2.3 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is Classical Academy (rated 8.0/10, 1.6 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Miller Elementary (rated 7.6/10, 0.9 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Escondido, see our Escondido schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.3 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| ST MARY SCHOOL Escondido | 0.5 mi | 6.7 |
| GRACE CHRISTIAN SCHOOL (CHANGED THE NAME 6/15) Escondido | 0.7 mi | 3.7 |
| Miller Elementary Escondido | 0.9 mi | 7.6 |
| Felicita Elementary Escondido | 0.9 mi | 6.8 |
| BALBOA SCHOOL Escondido | 1.0 mi | 6.5 |
| Islamic School of Theology Escondido | 1.1 mi | — |
| Central Elementary Escondido | 1.1 mi | 6.5 |
| L. R. Green Elementary Escondido | 1.5 mi | 7.0 |
| Classical Academy High Escondido | 1.5 mi | 8.5 |
| Bear Valley Middle Escondido | 1.6 mi | 6.8 |
| Classical Academy Escondido | 1.6 mi | 8.0 |
| Motivated Youth Academy Escondido | 1.7 mi | 5.6 |
| Mission Middle Escondido | 2.0 mi | 7.0 |
| Bernardo Elementary Escondido | 1.9 mi | 7.4 |
| San Pasqual High Escondido | 2.1 mi | 6.9 |
| Oak Hill Elementary Escondido | 2.1 mi | 5.2 |
| Del Dios Academy of Arts and Sciences Escondido | 1.9 mi | 6.7 |
| Limitless Learning Academy Escondido | 1.9 mi | 7.6 |
| Audeo Charter School III San Diego | 2.3 mi | 4.7 |
| Heritage K-8 Charter Escondido | 2.3 mi | 8.2 |
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 Juniper Elementary
What grades does Juniper Elementary serve?
Juniper Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend Juniper Elementary?
Juniper Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 563 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Juniper Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Juniper Elementary is 18.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Juniper Elementary rank in CA?
Juniper Elementary ranks #3,074 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Juniper Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Juniper Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.2 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 Juniper Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Juniper Elementary has 29% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 31% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Juniper Elementary a charter school?
No, Juniper Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Juniper Elementary a Title I school?
No, Juniper Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Juniper Elementary?
89.0% of students at Juniper 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
- 563
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 18.2:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 31
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 89.0%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- San Diego County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 42.6%
- Phone
- (760) 432-2462
Resources & Links
District
Escondido Union- District Enrollment
- 14,173
- Schools in District
- 24
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $19,144
- District Rank
- #9 of 24
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