Very Good
#3095 of 9,539 schools in CA
Top 32% in state
Based on limited data
Lemon Grove Early Childhood Education Center
Elementary School · Lemon Grove
8425 Palm St., Lemon Grove, CA 91945
Estimated academic score. This school does not have standardized test data. Based on CA statewide data. Learn more
Enrollment
125
Student-Teacher
17.9:1
Score
7.2
Grades
Kindergarten – Kindergarten
Enrollment
125
Student-Teacher
17.9:1
Score
7.2
Grades
Kindergarten – Kindergarten
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#3,095 of 9,539
In Lemon Grove
#1 of 7
public schools
In district
#1 of 8
Lemon Grove
School environment
8.1 / 10
Excellent
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Lemon Grove Early Childhood Education Center
Elementary School in Lemon Grove · grades Kindergarten – Kindergarten. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Lemon Grove Early Childhood Education Center
Lemon Grove Early Childhood Education Center is a public elementary school in Lemon Grove, CA, part of Lemon Grove. Lemon Grove Early Childhood Education Center serves approximately 125 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-Kindergarten, and has a 17.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Lemon Grove Early Childhood Education Center has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.2 out of 10 and ranks #3,095 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Based on limited data: 40% component coverage.
- This school 7.2 · Very Good
- District avg 5.4
- CA avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
At 125 students, Lemon Grove Early Childhood Education Center is on the smaller side. That usually buys more individual attention and teachers who know every kid by name, with the trade-off of fewer electives and extracurriculars than a larger school can staff. Ask what activities it actually offers.
42% of students at Lemon Grove Early Childhood Education Center 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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Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
57.6%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Component weights adjusted due to data availability.
Test Scores
Test score data not yet available for this school.
How Lemon Grove Early Childhood Education Center Compares
See how Lemon Grove Early Childhood Education Center performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
8425 Palm St., Lemon Grove, CA 91945
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Lemon Grove Early Childhood Education Center may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Audubon K-8 (rated 6.9/10, 1.8 miles away, in nearby San Diego), with a very similar rating. Another option is La Mesa Dale Elementary (rated 6.9/10, 1.8 miles away, in nearby La Mesa), with a very similar rating. Additionally, Mt. Vernon Elementary (rated 6.8/10, 0.1 miles away), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Lemon Grove, see our Lemon Grove schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.9 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Mt. Vernon Elementary Lemon Grove | 0.1 mi | 6.8 |
| Lemon Grove Academy for the Sciences and Humanities Lemon Grove | 0.7 mi | 5.0 |
| St. John of the Cross School Lemon Grove | 0.8 mi | — |
| Mount Miguel High Spring Valley | 0.8 mi | 4.8 |
| Lemon Grove Academy Elementary Lemon Grove | 0.8 mi | 5.0 |
| Bancroft Elementary La Mesa | 0.8 mi | 2.8 |
| Avondale Elementary La Mesa | 1.1 mi | 4.9 |
| Take wing high school Spring Valley | 1.0 mi | — |
| Monterey Heights Elementary Lemon Grove | 1.1 mi | 4.2 |
| TRINITY CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Spring Valley | 1.3 mi | 4.4 |
| FRED FINCH YOUTH CENTER NONPUBLIC SCHOOL Spring Valley | 1.4 mi | — |
| The Learning Choice Academy - East County La Mesa | 1.5 mi | 6.8 |
| Sparrow Academy La Mesa | 1.6 mi | 6.8 |
| La Mesa Arts Academy La Mesa | 1.6 mi | 8.6 |
| Helix High La Mesa | 1.7 mi | 7.9 |
| Audubon K-8 San Diego | 1.8 mi | 6.9 |
| Sci Tech Engr Arts and Math Acad at La Presa Spring Valley | 1.8 mi | 6.6 |
| San Miguel Elementary Lemon Grove | 1.6 mi | 4.4 |
| La Mesa Dale Elementary La Mesa | 1.8 mi | 6.9 |
| Kempton Street Literacy Academy La Mesa | 1.9 mi | 4.1 |
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
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| BETHANY CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Sierra Madre, CA | 7.2 |
| Browns Valley Elementary Browns Valley, CA | 7.2 |
| EAST VALLEY CHRISTIAN SCHOOL San Jose, CA | 7.2 |
| KIPP Bayview Elementary San Francisco, CA | 7.2 |
| Kenwood Elementary Kenwood, CA | 7.2 |
| LIGHTHOUSE CHURCH SCHOOL Santa Monica, CA | 7.2 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Lemon Grove Early Childhood Education Center
What grades does Lemon Grove Early Childhood Education Center serve?
Lemon Grove Early Childhood Education Center serves students in grades Kindergarten through Kindergarten.
How many students attend Lemon Grove Early Childhood Education Center?
Lemon Grove Early Childhood Education Center has an enrollment of approximately 125 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Lemon Grove Early Childhood Education Center?
The student-teacher ratio at Lemon Grove Early Childhood Education Center is 17.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Lemon Grove Early Childhood Education Center rank in CA?
Lemon Grove Early Childhood Education Center ranks #3,095 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Lemon Grove Early Childhood Education Center's MySchoolScout rating?
Lemon Grove Early Childhood Education Center 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.
Is Lemon Grove Early Childhood Education Center a charter school?
No, Lemon Grove Early Childhood Education Center is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Lemon Grove Early Childhood Education Center a Title I school?
No, Lemon Grove Early Childhood Education Center is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Lemon Grove Early Childhood Education Center?
57.6% of students at Lemon Grove Early Childhood Education Center 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 – Kindergarten
- Enrollment
- 125
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 17.9:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 7
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 57.6%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- San Diego County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 42.4%
- Phone
- (619) 825-5600
Resources & Links
District
Lemon Grove- District Enrollment
- 3,122
- Schools in District
- 8
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $19,115
- District Rank
- #1 of 8
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