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St. John of the Cross School
Elementary School
8175 Lemon Grove Way, Lemon Grove, CA 91945
Enrollment
125
Student-Teacher
12.5:1
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Enrollment
125
Student-Teacher
12.5:1
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Data vintage
2024-25
Data vintage2024-25
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St. John of the Cross School
Elementary School in Lemon Grove · grades Kindergarten – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About St. John of the Cross School
St. John of the Cross School is a private elementary school in Lemon Grove, CA. St.
John of the Cross School serves approximately 125 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-8th, and has a 12.5:1 student-teacher ratio. MySchoolScout does not publish a rating for this profile because there is not enough verified data to rate it fairly. Based on limited data: 0% component coverage.
What Parents Should Know
At 125 students, St. John of the Cross School 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.
St. John of the Cross School 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.
Compare to Public Schools
BetaHow St. John of the Cross School compares to 7 public schools serving similar grades in Lemon Grove, CA
Nearby Elementary Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| St. John of the Cross School (this school) | — |
| Lemon Grove Academy Elementary | 5.0 |
| Lemon Grove Academy for the Sciences and Humanities | 5.0 |
| Lemon Grove Early Childhood Education Center | 7.2 |
| Mt. Vernon Elementary | 6.8 |
| San Miguel Elementary | 4.4 |
| Monterey Heights Elementary | 4.2 |
| San Altos Elementary | 4.4 |
Demographics sourced from NCES Private School Survey (PSS) and Common Core of Data (CCD). Comparisons are based on enrollment-weighted averages.
School Profile
Limited Data- Grades
- Kindergarten – 8th
- Enrollment
- 125 students
- Type
- Private
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 12.5:1
- Address
- 8175 Lemon Grove Way, Lemon Grove, CA 91945
- Phone
- (619) 466-8624
- Data Year
- SY 2024-25
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.
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Test Scores
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Location
8175 Lemon Grove Way, Lemon Grove, CA 91945
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering St. John of the Cross School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Lemon Grove Early Childhood Education Center (rated 7.2/10, 0.8 miles away). Another option is La Mesa Dale Elementary (rated 6.9/10, 1.0 miles away, in nearby La Mesa). Additionally, Mt. Vernon Elementary (rated 6.8/10, 0.9 miles away). For more schools in Lemon Grove, see our Lemon Grove schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.5 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Lemon Grove Academy Elementary Lemon Grove | 0.4 mi | 5.0 |
| Lemon Grove Academy for the Sciences and Humanities Lemon Grove | 0.5 mi | 5.0 |
| Lemon Grove Early Childhood Education Center Lemon Grove | 0.8 mi | 7.2 |
| La Mesa Arts Academy La Mesa | 0.8 mi | 8.6 |
| Mt. Vernon Elementary Lemon Grove | 0.9 mi | 6.8 |
| The Learning Choice Academy - East County La Mesa | 1.0 mi | 6.8 |
| Helix High La Mesa | 1.0 mi | 7.9 |
| La Mesa Dale Elementary La Mesa | 1.0 mi | 6.9 |
| Sparrow Academy La Mesa | 1.0 mi | 6.8 |
| TRINITY CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Spring Valley | 1.1 mi | 4.4 |
| Brookshire International Academy La Mesa | 1.3 mi | — |
| Acton Academy San Diego East La Mesa | 1.5 mi | — |
| CHRIST LUTHERAN ELEMENTARY La Mesa | 1.5 mi | 4.7 |
| FRED FINCH YOUTH CENTER NONPUBLIC SCHOOL Spring Valley | 1.3 mi | — |
| Bancroft Elementary La Mesa | 1.4 mi | 2.8 |
| Vista La Mesa Academy La Mesa | 1.3 mi | 5.7 |
| Mount Miguel High Spring Valley | 1.6 mi | 4.8 |
| Monterey Heights Elementary Lemon Grove | 1.6 mi | 4.2 |
| San Miguel Elementary Lemon Grove | 1.4 mi | 4.4 |
| Take wing high school Spring Valley | 1.5 mi | — |
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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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about St. John of the Cross School
What grades does St. John of the Cross School serve?
St. John of the Cross School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 8th.
How many students attend St. John of the Cross School?
St. John of the Cross School has an enrollment of approximately 125 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at St. John of the Cross School?
The student-teacher ratio at St. John of the Cross School is 12.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
Is St. John of the Cross School a private school?
Yes, St. John of the Cross School is a private coeducational school. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2024-25)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 8th
- Enrollment
- 125
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 12.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 10
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- County
- San Diego County
- Phone
- (619) 466-8624
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