Serving 338 students in grades Kindergarten-6, San Altos Elementary 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 25-29% (which is lower than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30-34% (which is lower than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 21:1 is equal to the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 95% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 338 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 21:1
- Minority Enrollment: 95%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-29% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: San Altos Elementary serves the southwest part of Lemon Grove, CA, encompassing an area of approximately 0.6 square miles. Most families can expect a typical drive of 5 to 10 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 0.9 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
San Altos Elementary School's student population of 338 students has grown by 15% over five school years.
The teacher population of 16 teachers has grown by 23% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
Total Students
338 students
Total Classroom Teachers
16 teachers
Year Founded
1958
School Rankings
San Altos Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of San Altos Elementary School is 0.49, which is less 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
#5677 out of 9523 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
21:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
10%
12%
Hispanic
70%
56%
Black
7%
5%
White
5%
20%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
7%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)45%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
64%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
Coyote
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is San Altos Elementary School's ranking?
San Altos Elementary School is ranked #5677 out of 9,523 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?
25-29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 30-34% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend San Altos Elementary School?
338 students attend San Altos Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
70% of San Altos Elementary School students are Hispanic, 10% of students are Asian, 7% of students are Black, 7% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are White, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of San Altos Elementary School?
San Altos Elementary School has a student ration of 21:1, which is equal to the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does San Altos Elementary School offer ?
San Altos Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6
What school district is San Altos Elementary School part of?
San Altos Elementary School is part of Lemon Grove School District.
School Calendar
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Event
Date
Fall Break (Schools Closed)
October 12, 2026 (Monday)
Fall Break (Schools Closed)
October 13, 2026 (Tuesday)
Fall Break (Schools Closed)
October 14, 2026 (Wednesday)
Fall Break (Schools Closed)
October 15, 2026 (Thursday)
Fall Break (Schools Closed)
October 16, 2026 (Friday)
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