Below Average
#8095 of 9,539 schools in CA
San Altos Elementary
Elementary School · Lemon Grove
1750 Madera St., Lemon Grove, CA 91945
Enrollment
353
Student-Teacher
22.1:1
Score
4.4
Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Enrollment
353
Student-Teacher
22.1:1
Score
4.4
Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#8,095 of 9,539
In Lemon Grove
#5 of 7
public schools
In district
#6 of 8
Lemon Grove
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San Altos Elementary
Elementary School in Lemon Grove · grades Kindergarten – 6th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About San Altos Elementary
San Altos Elementary is a public elementary school in Lemon Grove, CA, part of Lemon Grove. San Altos Elementary serves approximately 353 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-6th, and has a 22.1:1 student-teacher ratio. San Altos Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.4 out of 10 and ranks #8,095 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for San Altos Elementary show 40% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 43% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 4.4 · Below Average
- District avg 5.4
- CA avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
San Altos 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.
43% of students at San Altos 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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San Altos Elementary — Students at San Altos Elementary score 33% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 35%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
70.3%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)
Based on 34 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: 3.2/10.
How San Altos Elementary Compares
See how San Altos Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
1750 Madera St., Lemon Grove, CA 91945
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering San Altos Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Rolando Park Elementary (rated 9.2/10, 1.6 miles away, in nearby San Diego), which scores notably higher. Another option is Keiller Leadership Academy (rated 8.4/10, 0.8 miles away, in nearby San Diego), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Freese Elementary (rated 7.6/10, 1.8 miles away, in nearby San Diego), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Lemon Grove, see our Lemon Grove schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.7 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| San Miguel Elementary Lemon Grove | 0.8 mi | 4.4 |
| Keiller Leadership Academy San Diego | 0.8 mi | 8.4 |
| Monterey Heights Elementary Lemon Grove | 0.8 mi | 4.2 |
| Encanto Elementary San Diego | 0.9 mi | 4.2 |
| BROOKSHIRE INTERNATIONAL ACADEMY Lemon Grove | 1.3 mi | 4.3 |
| Audubon K-8 San Diego | 1.3 mi | 6.9 |
| Fulton K-8 San Diego | 1.5 mi | 5.4 |
| Morse High San Diego | 1.6 mi | 7.1 |
| Lemon Grove Academy for the Sciences and Humanities Lemon Grove | 1.5 mi | 5.0 |
| Rolando Park Elementary San Diego | 1.6 mi | 9.2 |
| Vista La Mesa Academy La Mesa | 1.7 mi | 5.7 |
| Lemon Grove Academy Elementary Lemon Grove | 1.6 mi | 5.0 |
| Freese Elementary San Diego | 1.8 mi | 7.6 |
| Mt. Vernon Elementary Lemon Grove | 1.7 mi | 6.8 |
| Johnson Elementary San Diego | 1.7 mi | 5.8 |
| Carver Elementary San Diego | 1.8 mi | 6.2 |
| Ingenuity Charter San Diego | 1.9 mi | 4.7 |
| The O'Farrell Charter San Diego | 1.9 mi | 7.0 |
| Lemon Grove Early Childhood Education Center Lemon Grove | 1.8 mi | 7.2 |
| Avondale Elementary La Mesa | 1.7 mi | 4.9 |
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
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|---|---|
| Achieve Charter School of Chico Chico, CA | 4.4 |
| Atherwood Elementary Simi Valley, CA | 4.4 |
| BETHANY CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Thousand Oaks, CA | 4.4 |
| Beaumont Elementary Vista, CA | 4.4 |
| Belleview Elementary Porterville, CA | 4.4 |
| Boulder Creek Elementary Boulder Creek, CA | 4.4 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about San Altos Elementary
What grades does San Altos Elementary serve?
San Altos Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 6th.
How many students attend San Altos Elementary?
San Altos Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 353 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at San Altos Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at San Altos 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 San Altos Elementary rank in CA?
San Altos Elementary ranks #8,095 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is San Altos Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
San Altos Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.4 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 San Altos Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, San Altos Elementary has 40% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 43% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is San Altos Elementary a charter school?
No, San Altos Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is San Altos Elementary a Title I school?
No, San Altos Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for San Altos Elementary?
70.3% of students at San Altos 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
- 70.3%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- San Diego County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 43.1%
- Phone
- (619) 825-5621
Resources & Links
District
Lemon Grove- District Enrollment
- 3,122
- Schools in District
- 8
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $19,115
- District Rank
- #6 of 8
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