Serving 830 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Cajon Park Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 43% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 49% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 24:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 39% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 830 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 24:1
- Minority Enrollment: 39%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 43% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 49% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 31% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Cajon Park Elementary School's student population of 830 students has declined by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 35 teachers has declined by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
Total Students
830 students
Total Classroom Teachers
35 teachers
School Motto
Welcome to Cajon Park School, home of the Falcons!
School Rankings
Cajon Park Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Cajon Park Elementary School is 0.56, 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
#3214 out of 9523 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
43%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
49%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
31%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
24:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
3%
12%
Hispanic
24%
56%
Black
1%
5%
White
61%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
11%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
33%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
15%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Cajon Park Elementary School's ranking?
Cajon Park Elementary School is ranked #3214 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in California.
What schools are Cajon Park Elementary School often compared to?
Cajon Park Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Rio Seco Elementary School, Pepper Drive Elementary School, Carlton Hills Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
43% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Cajon Park Elementary School?
830 students attend Cajon Park Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
61% of Cajon Park Elementary School students are White, 24% of students are Hispanic, 11% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Cajon Park Elementary School?
Cajon Park Elementary School has a student ration of 24:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Cajon Park Elementary School offer ?
Cajon Park Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8
What school district is Cajon Park Elementary School part of?
Cajon Park Elementary School is part of Santee School District.
School Calendar
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Date
Last Day of School - Modified Day
June 11, 2026 (Thursday)
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