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#3922 of 9,539 schools in CA
Top 41% in state
Mt. Vernon Elementary
Elementary School · Lemon Grove
8350 Mount Vernon St., Lemon Grove, CA 91945
Enrollment
353
Student-Teacher
22.1:1
Score
6.8
Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Enrollment
353
Student-Teacher
22.1:1
Score
6.8
Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#3,922 of 9,539
In Lemon Grove
#2 of 7
public schools
In district
#2 of 8
Lemon Grove
Academic performance
7.1 / 10
Very Good
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Mt. Vernon Elementary
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About Mt. Vernon Elementary
Mt. Vernon Elementary is a public elementary school in Lemon Grove, CA, part of Lemon Grove. Mt.
Vernon Elementary serves approximately 353 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-6th, and has a 22.1:1 student-teacher ratio. Mt. Vernon Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.8 out of 10 and ranks #3,922 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Mt. Vernon Elementary show 35% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 44% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 6.8 · Average
- District avg 5.4
- CA avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
Mt. Vernon Elementary runs 22.1:1 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.
31% of students at Mt. Vernon 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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Mt. Vernon Elementary — Students at Mt. Vernon Elementary score 39% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 36%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
68.6%
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
→ StableAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 6.8/10.
How Mt. Vernon Elementary Compares
See how Mt. Vernon Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
8350 Mount Vernon St., Lemon Grove, CA 91945
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Mt. Vernon Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Lemon Grove Early Childhood Education Center (rated 7.2/10, 0.1 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is Audubon K-8 (rated 6.9/10, 1.6 miles away, in nearby San Diego), with a very similar rating. Additionally, La Mesa Dale Elementary (rated 6.9/10, 1.9 miles away, in nearby La Mesa), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Lemon Grove, see our Lemon Grove schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.8 miNeighborhood 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 Mt. Vernon Elementary
What grades does Mt. Vernon Elementary serve?
Mt. Vernon Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 6th.
How many students attend Mt. Vernon Elementary?
Mt. Vernon Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 353 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Mt. Vernon Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Mt. Vernon Elementary is 22.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Mt. Vernon Elementary rank in CA?
Mt. Vernon Elementary ranks #3,922 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Mt. Vernon Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Mt. Vernon 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 Mt. Vernon Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Mt. Vernon Elementary has 35% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 44% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Mt. Vernon Elementary a charter school?
No, Mt. Vernon Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Mt. Vernon Elementary a Title I school?
No, Mt. Vernon Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Mt. Vernon Elementary?
68.6% of students at Mt. Vernon 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
- 353
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 22.1:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 16
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 68.6%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- San Diego County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 31.4%
- Phone
- (619) 825-5613
Resources & Links
District
Lemon Grove- District Enrollment
- 3,122
- Schools in District
- 8
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $19,115
- District Rank
- #2 of 8
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