Serving 874 students in grades Kindergarten-5, San Elijo Elementary School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%) for the 2018-2019 school year.
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 73% (which is higher than the California state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 79% (which is higher than the California state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 24:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 37% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the California state average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 874 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 24:1
- Minority Enrollment: 37%
- Math Proficiency: 73%
- Reading Proficiency: 79%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
San Elijo Elementary School's student population of 874 students has declined by 16% over five school years.
The teacher population of 37 teachers has declined by 33% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
874 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
37 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
The diversity score of San Elijo Elementary School is 0.55, 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.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)73%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)79%
51%
Student : Teacher Ratio
24:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
8%
12%
Hispanic
21%
56%
Black
n/a
5%
White
63%
21%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
9%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are San Elijo Elementary School often compared to?
San Elijo Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Double Peak by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
73% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% CA state average), while 79% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% CA state average).
How many students attend San Elijo Elementary School?
874 students attend San Elijo Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
63% of San Elijo Elementary School students are White, 21% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Asian, and 8% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of San Elijo Elementary School?
San Elijo Elementary School has a student ration of 24:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does San Elijo Elementary School offer ?
San Elijo Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is San Elijo Elementary School part of?
San Elijo Elementary School is part of San Marcos Unified School District.
School Reviews
4 6/9/2020
San Elijo Elementary School is a great learning environment, but there are a TON of kids. So much, in fact, students that may need help in a certain area, but an adult may not even notice it. Overall, it is a great place to learn, but the amount of kids is horrendous and may even affect the learning ability of students.
5 10/1/2011
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