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Pepper Valley Learning Center
Elementary School
1358 PEPPER DR, EL Cajon, CA 92021
Enrollment
18
Student-Teacher
1:1
Grades
Pre-K – TK
Enrollment
18
Student-Teacher
1:1
Grades
Pre-K – TK
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
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Pepper Valley Learning Center
Elementary School in EL Cajon · grades Pre-K – TK. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
W. D. Hall Elementary
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About Pepper Valley Learning Center
Pepper Valley Learning Center is a private elementary school in EL Cajon, CA. Pepper Valley Learning Center serves approximately 18 students, and covers grades Pre-K-TK, and has a 1:1 student-teacher ratio. MySchoolScout does not publish a rating for this profile because there is not enough verified data to rate it fairly.
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What Parents Should Know
At 18 students, Pepper Valley Learning 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.
At 1:1 students to teachers, Pepper Valley Learning Center sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Pepper Valley Learning Center 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.
School Profile
Limited Data- Grades
- Pre-K – TK
- Enrollment
- 18 students
- Type
- Private
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 1:1
- Address
- 1358 PEPPER DR, EL Cajon, CA 92021
- Phone
- (619) 444-7770
- Data Year
- SY 2021-22
Why doesn't this school have a score?
We don't have enough verified data to rate this school fairly. Private schools in CA aren't required to report standardized test scores to the state, which limits the data available for our rating model.
Our rating model requires at least 2 of 3 data components (academics, student progress, college readiness, and resources) to generate a meaningful score. Schools below this threshold receive a Limited Profile to avoid misleading ratings.
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Student Demographics NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)
Location
1358 PEPPER DR, EL Cajon, CA 92021
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Pepper Valley Learning Center may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Kidinnu Academy (rated 8.7/10, 0.8 miles away). Another option is Riverview Elementary (rated 7.8/10, 1.8 miles away, in nearby Lakeside). Additionally, ST KIERAN CATHOLIC SCHOOL (rated 6.1/10, 0.6 miles away). For more schools in EL Cajon, see our EL Cajon schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.9 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| W. D. Hall Elementary El Cajon | 0.1 mi | 3.1 |
| Saint Kieran Catholic School El Cajon | 0.5 mi | — |
| ST KIERAN CATHOLIC SCHOOL El Cajon | 0.6 mi | 6.1 |
| Winter Gardens Elementary Lakeside | 0.7 mi | 3.5 |
| Greenfield Middle El Cajon | 0.8 mi | 4.1 |
| Bostonia Global El Cajon | 0.8 mi | 2.8 |
| Kidinnu Academy El Cajon | 0.8 mi | 8.7 |
| TAPROOT MONTESSORI PRESCHOOL & KINDERGARTEN El Cajon | 1.0 mi | — |
| Diego Valley East Public Charter El Cajon | 1.4 mi | 3.9 |
| EL CAJON SEVENTH-DAY ADVENTIST CHRISTIAN SCHOOL El Cajon | 1.4 mi | 5.0 |
| Pepper Drive Elementary El Cajon | 1.3 mi | 4.3 |
| Naranca Elementary El Cajon | 1.5 mi | 2.6 |
| El Cajon SDA School El Cajon | 1.6 mi | — |
| Magnolia Elementary El Cajon | 1.4 mi | 2.0 |
| Madison Avenue Elementary El Cajon | 1.6 mi | 3.4 |
| Riverview Elementary Lakeside | 1.8 mi | 7.8 |
| Montgomery Middle El Cajon | 1.8 mi | 3.7 |
| Granite Hills High El Cajon | 1.8 mi | 5.4 |
| El Cajon Valley High El Cajon | 1.8 mi | 4.4 |
| Elite Academy El Cajon | 1.9 mi | 5.1 |
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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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Pepper Valley Learning Center
What grades does Pepper Valley Learning Center serve?
Pepper Valley Learning Center serves students in grades Pre-K through TK.
How many students attend Pepper Valley Learning Center?
Pepper Valley Learning Center has an enrollment of approximately 18 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Pepper Valley Learning Center?
The student-teacher ratio at Pepper Valley Learning Center is 1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
Is Pepper Valley Learning Center a private school?
Yes, Pepper Valley Learning Center is a private coeducational school with a Nonsectarian affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.
Is Pepper Valley Learning Center a religious school?
No, Pepper Valley Learning Center is a nonsectarian (non-religious) private school.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Pre-K – TK
- Enrollment
- 18
- Gender Split
- 11% M / 89% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 1:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 19
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Nonsectarian
- School Day
- 8 hours
- Days Per Year
- 200 days
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- San Diego County
- Phone
- (619) 444-7770
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