Serving 1,589 students in grades 9-12, El Cajon Valley High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 20-24% (which is lower than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45% (which is lower than the California state average of 49%).
The student:teacher ratio of 21:1 is equal to the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 63% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the California state average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,589 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 21:1
- Minority Enrollment: 63%
- Graduation Rate: 63% (Btm 50% in CA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
El Cajon Valley High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
School Overview
El Cajon Valley High School's student population of 1,589 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 77 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
1,589 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
77 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
El Cajon Valley High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,649 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of El Cajon Valley High School is 0.65, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.63. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#2268 out of 3649 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45%
49%
Student : Teacher Ratio
21:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
4%
12%
Hispanic
45%
56%
Black
10%
5%
White
37%
21%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
3%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
63%
84%
Eligible for Free Lunch
69%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
25%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is El Cajon Valley High School's ranking?
El Cajon Valley High School is ranked #2268 out of 3,649 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in California.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
20-24% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 45% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% CA state average).
What is the graduation rate of El Cajon Valley High School?
The graduation rate of El Cajon Valley High School is 63%, which is lower than the California state average of 84%.
How many students attend El Cajon Valley High School?
1,589 students attend El Cajon Valley High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
45% of El Cajon Valley High School students are Hispanic, 37% of students are White, 10% of students are Black, 4% of students are Asian, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of El Cajon Valley High School?
El Cajon Valley High School has a student ration of 21:1, which is equal to the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does El Cajon Valley High School offer ?
El Cajon Valley High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is El Cajon Valley High School part of?
El Cajon Valley High School is part of Grossmont Union High School District.
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5 4/21/2023
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