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Lemon Grove Academy Elementary
Elementary School · Lemon Grove
7885 Golden Ave., Lemon Grove, CA 91945
Enrollment
421
Student-Teacher
26.3:1
Score
5.0
Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Enrollment
421
Student-Teacher
26.3:1
Score
5.0
Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#7,262 of 9,539
In Lemon Grove
#4 of 7
public schools
In district
#5 of 8
Lemon Grove
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Lemon Grove Academy Elementary
Elementary School in Lemon Grove · grades Kindergarten – 6th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Lemon Grove Academy Elementary
Lemon Grove Academy Elementary is a public elementary school in Lemon Grove, CA, part of Lemon Grove. Lemon Grove Academy Elementary serves approximately 421 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-6th, and has a 26.3:1 student-teacher ratio. Lemon Grove Academy Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.0 out of 10 and ranks #7,262 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Lemon Grove Academy Elementary show 30% math proficiency (2024 CAASPP) and 36% reading/ELA proficiency (2024 CAASPP). Based on limited data: 50% component coverage.
- This school 5.0 · Average
- District avg 5.4
- CA avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
Lemon Grove Academy Elementary runs 26.3:1 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.
45% of students at Lemon Grove Academy 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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Lemon Grove Academy Elementary — Students at Lemon Grove Academy Elementary score 33% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 28%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
81.9%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Component weights adjusted due to data availability.
Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)
Based on 10 test records from CA state assessments. About our data
How Lemon Grove Academy Elementary Compares
See how Lemon Grove Academy Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
7885 Golden Ave., Lemon Grove, CA 91945
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Lemon Grove Academy Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Lemon Grove Early Childhood Education Center (rated 7.2/10, 0.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is La Mesa Dale Elementary (rated 6.9/10, 1.1 miles away, in nearby La Mesa), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Mt. Vernon Elementary (rated 6.8/10, 0.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Lemon Grove, see our Lemon Grove schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.7 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Lemon Grove Academy for the Sciences and Humanities Lemon Grove | 0.2 mi | 5.0 |
| St. John of the Cross School Lemon Grove | 0.4 mi | — |
| Lemon Grove Early Childhood Education Center Lemon Grove | 0.8 mi | 7.2 |
| Mt. Vernon Elementary Lemon Grove | 0.8 mi | 6.8 |
| La Mesa Arts Academy La Mesa | 0.9 mi | 8.6 |
| Helix High La Mesa | 0.9 mi | 7.9 |
| La Mesa Dale Elementary La Mesa | 1.1 mi | 6.9 |
| San Miguel Elementary Lemon Grove | 1.1 mi | 4.4 |
| Vista La Mesa Academy La Mesa | 1.1 mi | 5.7 |
| Monterey Heights Elementary Lemon Grove | 1.3 mi | 4.2 |
| BROOKSHIRE INTERNATIONAL ACADEMY Lemon Grove | 1.2 mi | 4.3 |
| The Learning Choice Academy - East County La Mesa | 1.3 mi | 6.8 |
| Sparrow Academy La Mesa | 1.4 mi | 6.8 |
| Mount Miguel High Spring Valley | 1.5 mi | 4.8 |
| Brookshire International Academy La Mesa | 1.6 mi | — |
| TRINITY CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Spring Valley | 1.4 mi | 4.4 |
| CHRIST LUTHERAN ELEMENTARY La Mesa | 1.7 mi | 4.7 |
| Bancroft Elementary La Mesa | 1.5 mi | 2.8 |
| San Altos Elementary Lemon Grove | 1.6 mi | 4.4 |
| Avondale Elementary La Mesa | 1.7 mi | 4.9 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 91945 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$79,381
Median Home Value
$640,500
Median Rent
$1,769/mo
Population
27,531
College Educated
20.3%
Homeownership
53.4%
Avg Commute
30.4 min
Poverty Rate
10.3%
Median Age
38.8
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Lemon Grove Academy Elementary
What grades does Lemon Grove Academy Elementary serve?
Lemon Grove Academy Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 6th.
How many students attend Lemon Grove Academy Elementary?
Lemon Grove Academy Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 421 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Lemon Grove Academy Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Lemon Grove Academy Elementary is 26.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Lemon Grove Academy Elementary rank in CA?
Lemon Grove Academy Elementary ranks #7,262 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Lemon Grove Academy Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Lemon Grove Academy Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.0 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 Lemon Grove Academy Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Lemon Grove Academy Elementary has 30% math proficiency (2024 CAASPP) and 36% reading/ELA proficiency (2024 CAASPP).
Is Lemon Grove Academy Elementary a charter school?
No, Lemon Grove Academy Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Lemon Grove Academy Elementary a Title I school?
No, Lemon Grove Academy Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Lemon Grove Academy Elementary?
81.9% of students at Lemon Grove Academy 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
- 421
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 26.3:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 16
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 81.9%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- San Diego County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 44.9%
- Phone
- (619) 825-5637
Resources & Links
District
Lemon Grove- District Enrollment
- 3,122
- Schools in District
- 8
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $19,115
- District Rank
- #5 of 8
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