Serving 832 students in grades Kindergarten-6, Veterans Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 58% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 65% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 23:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 93% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 832 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 23:1
- Minority Enrollment: 93%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 58% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 65% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Veterans Elementary serves the west part of Chula Vista, CA, covering an area of approximately 0.6 square miles. Families typically have a drive of 5 to 10 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 0.6 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Veterans Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Veterans Elementary School's student population of 832 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 36 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
Total Students
832 students
Showing 2015–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
36 teachers
Showing 2014–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
2025
School Calendar
School Rankings
Veterans Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Veterans Elementary School is 0.63, which is equal to the diversity score at state average of 0.63. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1459 out of 9523 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
58%
34%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
65%
47%
Showing 2011–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
23:1
21:1
Showing 2014–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
21%
12%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
56%
56%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Black
8%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
White
7%
20%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
8%
6%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)16%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
31%
54%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
8%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Veterans Elementary School's ranking?
Veterans Elementary School is ranked #1459 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in California.
What schools are Veterans Elementary School often compared to?
Veterans Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Mcmillin (Corky) Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
58% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 65% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Veterans Elementary School?
832 students attend Veterans Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
56% of Veterans Elementary School students are Hispanic, 21% of students are Asian, 8% of students are Black, 8% of students are Two or more races, and 7% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Veterans Elementary School?
Veterans Elementary School has a student ration of 23:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Veterans Elementary School offer ?
Veterans Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6
What school district is Veterans Elementary School part of?
Veterans Elementary School is part of Chula Vista Elementary School District.
In what neighborhood is Veterans Elementary School located?
Veterans Elementary School is located in the Otay Ranch neighborhood of Chula Vista, CA. There are 6 other public schools located in Otay Ranch.
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