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Our Lady of Grace Elementary School

Elementary School

2766 NAVAJO RD, EL Cajon, CA 92020

Private

Enrollment

278

Student-Teacher

16.4:1

Score

5.8

Grades

Kindergarten – 8th

Data vintage2021-22

How this school compares

California private schools

#1,165 of 1,787

In EL Cajon

#4 of 7

public schools

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Our Lady of Grace Elementary School

5.8/10

Elementary School in EL Cajon · grades Kindergarten – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

Fletcher Hills Elementary

7.3/10

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4.7/10

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About Our Lady of Grace Elementary School

Our Lady of Grace Elementary School is a private elementary school in EL Cajon, CA. Our Lady of Grace Elementary School serves approximately 278 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-8th, and has a 16.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Our Lady of Grace Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.8 out of 10 and ranks #1,165 of 1,787 private schools in CA.

How it compares0.4 pts below CA schools
  • This school 5.8 · Average
  • CA avg 6.2

What Parents Should Know

Our Lady of Grace Elementary School is private, so it runs independently of the local district and sets its own curriculum. That freedom cuts both ways depending on what you want for your child. If you're considering it, start with the practical questions: tuition, financial aid, and how admissions work.

Score Breakdown

Preliminary

What This Rating Measures

This rating reflects classroom size, instructional time, student diversity, community resources, and school characteristics. Private schools are ranked against other private schools in CA.

Classroom Attention
? Student-teacher ratio calibrated against other private schools. Lower ratios mean more individual attention. (30% of overall score)
C+ 3.9 / 10
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Student-Teacher Ratio 16.4:1
Instructional Commitment
? Total annual instructional hours based on school day length and days per year. (15% of overall score)
B+ 6.6 / 10
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School Day Length 6.9 hours
Annual Instructional Hours 1,242
Diversity & Inclusion
? Racial and ethnic diversity of the student body using Simpson's diversity index. (20% of overall score)
B 6.3 / 10
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Diversity Index 55%
Community Context

Data Unavailable

School Profile
? Enrollment size and grade span breadth — indicators of program depth and peer community. (15% of overall score)
A- 8.1 / 10
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Enrollment 278
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Score basis: Private school model

Data coverage: 80% of scoring components had data

Components scored: 4 of 5

Ranking pool: Private schools in CA

Test Scores

Test score data not yet available for this school.

Student Demographics NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

White 60.1%
Hispanic 26.6%
Two or More 5.8%
Asian 3.2%
Black 2.2%
Native American 1.4%
Pacific Islander 0.7%

Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)

Location

2766 NAVAJO RD, EL Cajon, CA 92020

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Our Lady of Grace Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Gage Elementary (rated 8.5/10, 0.7 miles away, in nearby San Diego), which scores notably higher. Another option is MT HELIX ACADEMY - TIEE (rated 7.7/10, 1.2 miles away, in nearby La Mesa), which scores notably higher. Additionally, MT. HELIX ACADEMY (rated 7.4/10, 1.2 miles away, in nearby La Mesa), which scores notably higher. For more schools in EL Cajon, see our EL Cajon schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 1.8 mi
School Distance Rating
Fletcher Hills Elementary La Mesa 0.6 mi 7.3
SHEPHERD OF THE HILLS LUTHERAN SCHOOL La Mesa 0.7 mi 4.7
FOOTHILLS CHRISTIAN HIGH SCHOOL El Cajon 0.6 mi 6.7
Shepherd of the Hills Lutheran La Mesa 0.7 mi
Gage Elementary San Diego 0.7 mi 8.5
Grossmont Middle College High El Cajon 0.9 mi 9.2
Parkway Sports and Health Science Academy La Mesa 0.9 mi 6.5
Sierra School Of San Diego San Diego 0.9 mi
SIERRA SCHOOL OF SAN DIEGO San Diego 0.9 mi 5.7
Pershing Middle San Diego 1.0 mi 7.6
Northmont Elementary La Mesa 1.1 mi 4.4
Mt. Helix Academy La Mesa 1.2 mi
MT HELIX ACADEMY - TIEE La Mesa 1.2 mi 7.7
MT. HELIX ACADEMY La Mesa 1.2 mi 7.4
Murray Manor Elementary La Mesa 1.4 mi 4.7
Flying Hills School of Arts El Cajon 1.4 mi 3.0
Chaparral High El Cajon 1.7 mi 6.6
MERIT Academy La Mesa 1.7 mi 3.6
IDEA Center El Cajon 1.7 mi 4.7
Grossmont High La Mesa 1.8 mi 5.4

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 92020 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$72,822

Median Home Value

$741,600

Median Rent

$1,793/mo

Population

58,490

College Educated

26%

Homeownership

43.1%

Avg Commute

24.6 min

Poverty Rate

16.6%

Median Age

36.3

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Cappy Culver Elementary Paso Robles, CA 5.8

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Our Lady of Grace Elementary School

What grades does Our Lady of Grace Elementary School serve?

Our Lady of Grace Elementary School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 8th.

How many students attend Our Lady of Grace Elementary School?

Our Lady of Grace Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 278 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Our Lady of Grace Elementary School?

The student-teacher ratio at Our Lady of Grace Elementary School is 16.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.

How does Our Lady of Grace Elementary School rank in CA?

Our Lady of Grace Elementary School ranks #1,165 of 1,787 private schools in CA.

What is Our Lady of Grace Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?

Our Lady of Grace Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.8 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

Is Our Lady of Grace Elementary School a private school?

Yes, Our Lady of Grace Elementary School is a private coeducational school with a Roman Catholic affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.

Is Our Lady of Grace Elementary School a religious school?

Our Lady of Grace Elementary School has a Roman Catholic religious affiliation.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
75 Very Walkable
Transit Score
31 Some Transit
Bike Score
48 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Enrollment
278
Gender Split
49% M / 51% F
Student-Teacher Ratio
16.4:1
Teachers (FTE)
17
Type
private
Coed Status
coed
Affiliation
Roman Catholic
School Day
6.9 hours
Days Per Year
180 days
Setting
Large Suburb
County
San Diego County

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