Needs Improvement
#9428 of 9,539 schools in CA
Naranca Elementary
Elementary School · Cajon Valley Union
1030 Naranca Ave., EL Cajon, CA 92021
Enrollment
876
Student-Teacher
27.4:1
Score
2.6
Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Enrollment
876
Student-Teacher
27.4:1
Score
2.6
Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#9,428 of 9,539
In EL Cajon
#36 of 38
public schools
In district
#22 of 24
Cajon Valley Union
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Naranca Elementary
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About Naranca Elementary
Naranca Elementary is a public elementary school in EL Cajon, CA, part of Cajon Valley Union. Naranca Elementary serves approximately 876 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-6th, and has a 27.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Naranca Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 2.6 out of 10 and ranks #9,428 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Naranca Elementary show 27% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 25% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 2.6 · Needs Improvement
- District avg 4.0
- CA avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
Naranca Elementary runs 27.4:1 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.
35% of students at Naranca 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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Naranca Elementary — Students at Naranca Elementary score 11% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 22%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
93.4%
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
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 2.3/10.
How Naranca Elementary Compares
See how Naranca 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
1030 Naranca Ave., EL Cajon, CA 92021
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Naranca Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Kidinnu Academy (rated 8.7/10, 0.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is ST KIERAN CATHOLIC SCHOOL (rated 6.1/10, 1.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, HOLY TRINITY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 6.0/10, 1.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in EL Cajon, see our EL Cajon schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.6 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| El Cajon Valley High El Cajon | 0.4 mi | 4.4 |
| Cajon Valley Middle El Cajon | 0.6 mi | 5.2 |
| Empower El Cajon | 0.7 mi | — |
| Magnolia Elementary El Cajon | 0.8 mi | 2.0 |
| Diego Valley East Public Charter El Cajon | 0.8 mi | 3.9 |
| Kidinnu Academy El Cajon | 0.8 mi | 8.7 |
| Lexington Elementary El Cajon | 1.0 mi | 3.7 |
| Altus Schools East County San Diego | 0.9 mi | 4.6 |
| HOLY TRINITY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL El Cajon | 1.1 mi | 6.0 |
| Elite Academy El Cajon | 1.0 mi | 5.1 |
| REACH Academy La Mesa | 1.1 mi | — |
| Bostonia Global El Cajon | 1.0 mi | 2.8 |
| TAPROOT MONTESSORI PRESCHOOL & KINDERGARTEN El Cajon | 1.0 mi | — |
| Literacy First Charter El Cajon | 1.3 mi | 5.6 |
| Greenfield Middle El Cajon | 1.2 mi | 4.1 |
| Saint Kieran Catholic School El Cajon | 1.2 mi | — |
| ST KIERAN CATHOLIC SCHOOL El Cajon | 1.3 mi | 6.1 |
| Johnson Elementary El Cajon | 1.3 mi | 5.0 |
| PEPPER VALLEY LEARNING CENTER El Cajon | 1.5 mi | — |
| Pepper Drive Elementary El Cajon | 1.6 mi | 4.3 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 92021 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$69,979
Median Home Value
$572,000
Median Rent
$1,818/mo
Population
69,306
College Educated
22.1%
Homeownership
52.7%
Avg Commute
25.4 min
Poverty Rate
18.2%
Median Age
36
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| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Anna Kyle Elementary Fairfield, CA | 2.6 |
| Dan O. Root Elementary Suisun City, CA | 2.6 |
| Harder Elementary Hayward, CA | 2.6 |
| Little Lake Elementary Hemet, CA | 2.6 |
| Sycamore Rocks Elementary Apple Valley, CA | 2.6 |
| West Riverside Elementary Jurupa Valley, CA | 2.6 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Naranca Elementary
What grades does Naranca Elementary serve?
Naranca Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 6th.
How many students attend Naranca Elementary?
Naranca Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 876 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Naranca Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Naranca Elementary is 27.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Naranca Elementary rank in CA?
Naranca Elementary ranks #9,428 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Naranca Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Naranca Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 2.6 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 Naranca Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Naranca Elementary has 27% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 25% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Naranca Elementary a charter school?
No, Naranca Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Naranca Elementary a Title I school?
No, Naranca Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Naranca Elementary?
93.4% of students at Naranca 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
- 876
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 27.4:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 32
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 93.4%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- San Diego County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 34.9%
- Phone
- (619) 588-3087
Resources & Links
District
Cajon Valley Union- District Enrollment
- 15,607
- Schools in District
- 26
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $18,982
- District Rank
- #22 of 24
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