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Santee Alternative
Elementary School · Santee
10250 El Nopal, Santee, CA 92071
Enrollment
14
Student-Teacher
7:1
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Enrollment
14
Student-Teacher
7:1
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Updated
2022-23
Updated 2022-23
How this school compares
Academic performance
7.5 / 10
Very strong
About Santee Alternative
Santee Alternative is a public elementary school in Santee, CA, part of the Santee. The school serves approximately 14 students in grades Kindergarten – 8th with a student-teacher ratio of 7:1. Students demonstrate 62% proficiency in math and 62% in reading/language arts.
Located in a neighborhood with a median household income of $105,603, where 33% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The school is situated in a large suburban setting.
What Parents Should Know
With an enrollment of 14 students, Santee Alternative is a smaller school where families often find a close-knit community atmosphere. Smaller settings can mean more individual attention from teachers and staff, though they may offer fewer extracurricular options than larger schools.
With a student-teacher ratio of 7:1, Santee Alternative offers a notably low ratio compared to the national average. This typically means smaller class sizes and more opportunities for one-on-one interaction between students and teachers.
School Profile
Limited Data- Grades
- Kindergarten – 8th
- Enrollment
- 14 students
- Type
- Public
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 7:1
- Address
- 10250 El Nopal, Santee, CA 92071
- Website
- santeesd.net
- Phone
- (619) 956-2490
- Data Year
- SY 2022-23
Why doesn't this school have a score?
We don't have enough verified data to rate this school fairly. This can happen when a school is very new, very small, or has limited test score reporting to the state.
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.
Test Scores CA EDFACTS (2020-21)
Based on 4 test records from CA state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↑ ImprovingAverage 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: N/A.
Funding & Resources
Performance Trends
Math proficiency has improved from 49.5% (2019) to 75% (2021). Reading/ELA proficiency has improved from 49.5% (2019) to 75% (2021).
Location
10250 El Nopal, Santee, CA 92071
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Santee Alternative may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Hill Creek Elementary (rated 8.2/10, 0.9 miles away). Another option is Carlton Hills Elementary (rated 8.2/10, 1.8 miles away). Additionally, Sycamore Canyon Elementary (rated 8.2/10, 1.9 miles away). For more schools in Santee, see our Santee schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.2 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Cajon Park Elementary Santee | 0.1 mi | 6.3 |
| Santee Success Program Santee | 0.2 mi | — |
| Santana High Santee | 0.4 mi | 6.9 |
| Horizons in Education Santee | 0.8 mi | — |
| Hill Creek Elementary Santee | 0.9 mi | 8.2 |
| Rio Seco Elementary Santee | 1.0 mi | 6.6 |
| Carlton Hills Elementary Santee | 1.8 mi | 8.2 |
| LEARNING ACADEMY Lakeside | 1.8 mi | 4.2 |
| Sycamore Canyon Elementary Santee | 1.9 mi | 8.2 |
| River Valley Charter Lakeside | 2.0 mi | 5.9 |
| Lakeside Middle Lakeside | 2.0 mi | 5.7 |
| Lakeside Farms Elementary Lakeside | 2.1 mi | 3.8 |
| PRIDE Academy at Prospect Avenue Santee | 2.5 mi | 7.5 |
| DREAM Academy Lakeside | 2.5 mi | 7.9 |
| Pepper Drive Elementary El Cajon | 2.7 mi | 6.4 |
| Riverview Elementary Lakeside | 2.6 mi | 5.3 |
| Carlton Oaks Elementary Santee | 2.7 mi | 7.2 |
| Chaparral High El Cajon | 3.2 mi | 5.2 |
| MERIT Academy La Mesa | 3.2 mi | 3.7 |
| IDEA Center El Cajon | 3.2 mi | 3.8 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 92071 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$105,603
Median Home Value
$654,800
Median Rent
$2,202/mo
Population
59,739
College Educated
33.1%
Homeownership
72%
Avg Commute
27.9 min
Poverty Rate
8.5%
Median Age
39.5
Community Profile
The community surrounding Santee Alternative has a median household income of $105,603. It is an area where 33% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $654,800, with a median rent of $2,202/month. The local poverty rate of 8.5% is relatively low. The average commute for residents is 28 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Santee Alternative
What grades does Santee Alternative serve?
Santee Alternative serves students in grades Kindergarten through 8th.
How many students attend Santee Alternative?
Santee Alternative has an enrollment of approximately 14 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Santee Alternative?
The student-teacher ratio at Santee Alternative is 7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
What are the test scores at Santee Alternative?
Based on the most recent state assessment data, Santee Alternative has 62.3% math proficiency and 62.3% reading/ELA proficiency.
Is Santee Alternative a charter school?
No, Santee Alternative is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Santee Alternative a Title I school?
No, Santee Alternative is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Santee Alternative?
35.7% of students at Santee Alternative 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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Neighborhood Context
- City Safety
- Elevated (837/100K)
FBI UCR 2024. City-level (Santee). Data >1 year old.
Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 8th
- Enrollment
- 14
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 7:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 2
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 35.7%
- Type
- alternative
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- San Diego County
- Phone
- (619) 956-2490
- Data Year
- 2023–2024
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