For the 2026 school year, there are 10 public elementary schools serving 6,625 students in 92019, CA.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 92019, CA are Rancho San Diego Elementary School, Vista Grande Elementary School and Hillsdale Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 92019 have an average math proficiency score of 28% (versus the California public elementary school average of 36%), and reading proficiency score of 41% (versus the 46% statewide average). Elementary schools in 92019, CA have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of California public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 51% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the California public elementary school average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Best 92019, CA Public Elementary Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Rancho San Diego Elementary School
(Math: 46% | Reading: 58%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
12151 Calle Albara
El Cajon, CA 92019
(619) 588-3211
El Cajon, CA 92019
(619) 588-3211
Gr: K-5 | 533 students Student-teacher ratio: 25:1 Minority enrollment: 45%
Rank: #22.
Vista Grande Elementary School
(Math: 50% | Reading: 47%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
1908 Vista Grande Rd.
El Cajon, CA 92019
(619) 588-3170
El Cajon, CA 92019
(619) 588-3170
Gr: K-5 | 633 students Student-teacher ratio: 25:1 Minority enrollment: 33%
Rank: #33.
Hillsdale Middle School
(Math: 37% | Reading: 56%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
1301 Brabham St.
El Cajon, CA 92019
(619) 441-6156
El Cajon, CA 92019
(619) 441-6156
Gr: 6-8 | 1,481 students Student-teacher ratio: 22:1 Minority enrollment: 45%
Rank: #44.
Jamacha Elementary School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
2962 Jamul Dr.
El Cajon, CA 92019
(619) 441-6150
El Cajon, CA 92019
(619) 441-6150
Gr: K-5 | 415 students Student-teacher ratio: 23:1 Minority enrollment: 50%
Rank: #55.
Cajon Valley Home
Alternative School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 32%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
2962 Jamul Dr.
El Cajon, CA 92019
(619) 588-3128
El Cajon, CA 92019
(619) 588-3128
Gr: K-8 | 117 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 72%
Rank: #66.
Madison Avenue Elementary School
(Math: 22% | Reading: 26%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
1615 East Madison Ave.
El Cajon, CA 92019
(619) 588-3077
El Cajon, CA 92019
(619) 588-3077
Gr: K-5 | 670 students Student-teacher ratio: 25:1 Minority enrollment: 53%
Rank: #77.
Dehesa Elementary School
(Math: 11-19% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
4612 Dehesa Rd.
El Cajon, CA 92019
(619) 444-2161
El Cajon, CA 92019
(619) 444-2161
Gr: K-8 | 399 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 69%
Rank: #88.
Meridian Elementary School
(Math: 16% | Reading: 29%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
651 South Third St.
El Cajon, CA 92019
(619) 588-3083
El Cajon, CA 92019
(619) 588-3083
Gr: K-5 | 570 students Student-teacher ratio: 24:1 Minority enrollment: 52%
Rank: #99.
Montgomery Middle School
(Math: 10% | Reading: 30%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
1570 Melody Ln.
El Cajon, CA 92019
(619) 588-3107
El Cajon, CA 92019
(619) 588-3107
Gr: 6-8 | 929 students Student-teacher ratio: 22:1 Minority enrollment: 53%
Rank: #1010.
Lexington Elementary School
(Math: 16% | Reading: 17%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
1145 Redwood Ave.
El Cajon, CA 92019
(619) 588-3075
El Cajon, CA 92019
(619) 588-3075
Gr: K-5 | 878 students Student-teacher ratio: 25:1 Minority enrollment: 65%
92019, California Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Inspire Charter - South (Closed 2023)
Charter School
4612 Dehesa Rd.
El Cajon, CA 92019
(626) 932-1802
El Cajon, CA 92019
(626) 932-1802
Gr: K-12 | 4,183 students Student-teacher ratio: 29:1 Minority enrollment: 43%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 92019, CA?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 92019, CA include Rancho San Diego Elementary School, Vista Grande Elementary School and Hillsdale Middle School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 92019?
10 public elementary schools are located in 92019.
What is the racial composition of students in 92019?
92019 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 51% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the California public elementary schools average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
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