Below Average
#8096 of 9,539 schools in CA
San Miguel Elementary
Elementary School · Lemon Grove
7059 San Miguel Ave., Lemon Grove, CA 91945
Enrollment
442
Student-Teacher
21:1
Score
4.4
Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Enrollment
442
Student-Teacher
21:1
Score
4.4
Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#8,096 of 9,539
In Lemon Grove
#6 of 7
public schools
In district
#7 of 8
Lemon Grove
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About San Miguel Elementary
San Miguel Elementary is a public elementary school in Lemon Grove, CA, part of Lemon Grove. San Miguel Elementary serves approximately 442 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-6th, and has a 21:1 student-teacher ratio. San Miguel Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.4 out of 10 and ranks #8,096 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for San Miguel Elementary show 30% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 35% 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 Miguel Elementary runs 21:1 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.
37% of students at San Miguel 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 Miguel Elementary — Students at San Miguel Elementary score 21% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 27%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
84.8%
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: 3.6/10.
How San Miguel Elementary Compares
See how San Miguel Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
7059 San Miguel Ave., Lemon Grove, CA 91945
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering San Miguel Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Rolando Park Elementary (rated 9.2/10, 1.0 miles away, in nearby San Diego), which scores notably higher. Another option is Keiller Leadership Academy (rated 8.4/10, 1.5 miles away, in nearby San Diego), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Lemon Grove Early Childhood Education Center (rated 7.2/10, 1.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Lemon Grove, see our Lemon Grove schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.9 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| BROOKSHIRE INTERNATIONAL ACADEMY Lemon Grove | 0.5 mi | 4.3 |
| San Altos Elementary Lemon Grove | 0.8 mi | 4.4 |
| Vista La Mesa Academy La Mesa | 0.9 mi | 5.7 |
| Rolando Park Elementary San Diego | 1.0 mi | 9.2 |
| Lemon Grove Academy for the Sciences and Humanities Lemon Grove | 1.0 mi | 5.0 |
| Monterey Heights Elementary Lemon Grove | 1.1 mi | 4.2 |
| Lemon Grove Academy Elementary Lemon Grove | 1.1 mi | 5.0 |
| Helix High La Mesa | 1.4 mi | 7.9 |
| Keiller Leadership Academy San Diego | 1.5 mi | 8.4 |
| Encanto Elementary San Diego | 1.6 mi | 4.2 |
| St. John of the Cross School Lemon Grove | 1.4 mi | — |
| Darnall Charter San Diego | 1.5 mi | 4.2 |
| Carver Elementary San Diego | 1.5 mi | 6.2 |
| Masons best San Diego | 1.6 mi | — |
| La Mesa Arts Academy La Mesa | 1.7 mi | 8.6 |
| Mt. Vernon Elementary Lemon Grove | 1.5 mi | 6.8 |
| La Mesa Dale Elementary La Mesa | 1.7 mi | 6.9 |
| Lemon Grove Early Childhood Education Center Lemon Grove | 1.6 mi | 7.2 |
| Rolando Elementary La Mesa | 1.9 mi | 3.8 |
| Audubon K-8 San Diego | 1.9 mi | 6.9 |
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
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Atherwood Elementary Simi Valley, CA | 4.4 |
| Beaumont Elementary Vista, CA | 4.4 |
| Belleview Elementary Porterville, CA | 4.4 |
| Boulder Creek Elementary Boulder Creek, CA | 4.4 |
| Brookside Elementary Willits, CA | 4.4 |
| Burns Valley Clearlake, CA | 4.4 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about San Miguel Elementary
What grades does San Miguel Elementary serve?
San Miguel Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 6th.
How many students attend San Miguel Elementary?
San Miguel Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 442 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at San Miguel Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at San Miguel Elementary is 21:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does San Miguel Elementary rank in CA?
San Miguel Elementary ranks #8,096 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is San Miguel Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
San Miguel 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 Miguel Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, San Miguel Elementary has 30% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 35% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is San Miguel Elementary a charter school?
No, San Miguel Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is San Miguel Elementary a Title I school?
No, San Miguel Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for San Miguel Elementary?
84.8% of students at San Miguel 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
- 442
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 21:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 21
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 84.8%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- San Diego County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 36.9%
- Phone
- (619) 825-5619
Resources & Links
District
Lemon Grove- District Enrollment
- 3,122
- Schools in District
- 8
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $19,115
- District Rank
- #7 of 8
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