Below Average
#8193 of 9,539 schools in CA
San Cayetano Elementary
Elementary School · Fillmore Unified
PO Box 697, Fillmore, CA 93016
Enrollment
485
Student-Teacher
20.2:1
Score
4.3
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
485
Student-Teacher
20.2:1
Score
4.3
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#8,193 of 9,539
In Fillmore
#7 of 7
public schools
In district
#8 of 8
Fillmore Unified
School environment
7.8 / 10
Very Good
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About San Cayetano Elementary
San Cayetano Elementary is a public elementary school in Fillmore, CA, part of Fillmore Unified. San Cayetano Elementary serves approximately 485 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 20.2:1 student-teacher ratio. San Cayetano Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.3 out of 10 and ranks #8,193 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for San Cayetano Elementary show 28% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 27% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 4.3 · Below Average
- District avg 5.2
- CA avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
San Cayetano Elementary runs 20.2:1 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.
32% of students at San Cayetano 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 Cayetano Elementary — Students at San Cayetano Elementary score 21% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 31%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
77.5%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)
Based on 36 test records from CA state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 3.2/10.
How San Cayetano Elementary Compares
See how San Cayetano Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
PO Box 697, Fillmore, CA 93016
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering San Cayetano Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Walnut Canyon Elementary (rated 8.3/10, 8.2 miles away, in nearby Moorpark), which scores notably higher. Another option is Grace Thille Elementary (rated 8.3/10, 9.1 miles away, in nearby Santa Paula), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Peach Hill Academy (rated 7.3/10, 9.6 miles away, in nearby Moorpark), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Fillmore, see our Fillmore schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 9.1 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Sierra High Fillmore | 0.3 mi | 5.5 |
| Fillmore Senior High Fillmore | 0.3 mi | 6.6 |
| Heritage Valley Independent Study Fillmore | 0.4 mi | 6.7 |
| Rio Vista Elementary Fillmore | 0.7 mi | 4.9 |
| Fillmore Middle Fillmore | 0.7 mi | 5.7 |
| Mountain Vista Fillmore | 1.0 mi | 5.0 |
| Santa Clara Elementary Santa Paula | 5.5 mi | 5.5 |
| Piru Elementary Piru | 6.3 mi | 6.5 |
| Walnut Canyon Elementary Moorpark | 8.2 mi | 8.3 |
| Chaparral Middle Moorpark | 8.4 mi | 5.2 |
| Campus Canyon Elementary Moorpark | 8.1 mi | 7.2 |
| Flory Academy of Sciences and Technology Moorpark | 8.7 mi | 4.6 |
| IvyTech Charter Moorpark | 8.4 mi | 7.1 |
| The High School at Moorpark College Moorpark | 8.4 mi | 7.3 |
| Moorpark High Moorpark | 9.2 mi | 5.2 |
| Mountain Meadows Elementary Moorpark | 9.4 mi | 6.3 |
| Arroyo West Elementary Moorpark | 9.6 mi | 7.1 |
| Peach Hill Academy Moorpark | 9.6 mi | 7.3 |
| Mesa Verde Middle Moorpark | 9.6 mi | 5.7 |
| Grace Thille Elementary Santa Paula | 9.1 mi | 8.3 |
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|---|---|
| Avocado Elementary La Mesa, CA | 4.3 |
| Aynesworth Elementary Fresno, CA | 4.3 |
| B. Gale Wilson Middle Fairfield, CA | 4.3 |
| Barton (Clara) Elementary Anaheim, CA | 4.3 |
| Bear Gulch Elementary Rancho Cucamonga, CA | 4.3 |
| Bidwell Elementary Red Bluff, CA | 4.3 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about San Cayetano Elementary
What grades does San Cayetano Elementary serve?
San Cayetano Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend San Cayetano Elementary?
San Cayetano Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 485 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at San Cayetano Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at San Cayetano Elementary is 20.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does San Cayetano Elementary rank in CA?
San Cayetano Elementary ranks #8,193 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is San Cayetano Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
San Cayetano Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.3 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 Cayetano Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, San Cayetano Elementary has 28% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 27% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is San Cayetano Elementary a charter school?
No, San Cayetano Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is San Cayetano Elementary a Title I school?
No, San Cayetano Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for San Cayetano Elementary?
77.5% of students at San Cayetano 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.
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 5th
- Enrollment
- 485
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 20.2:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 24
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 77.5%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Fringe Town
- County
- Ventura County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 32.2%
- Phone
- (805) 524-6040
Resources & Links
District
Fillmore Unified- District Enrollment
- 3,694
- Schools in District
- 9
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $19,353
- District Rank
- #8 of 8
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