Serving 359 students in grades Kindergarten-6, Mt. Vernon Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 30-34% (which is approximately equal to the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-44% (which is lower than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 22:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 97% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 359 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 22:1
- Minority Enrollment: 97%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 30-34% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-29% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Mt. Vernon Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
School Overview
Mt. Vernon Elementary School's student population of 359 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 16 teachers has declined by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
Total Students
359 students
Total Classroom Teachers
16 teachers
Year Founded
1960
School Rankings
Mt. Vernon 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 Mt. Vernon Elementary School is 0.32, 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
#4271 out of 9523 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
22:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
3%
12%
Hispanic
82%
56%
Black
6%
5%
White
3%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
61%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Mustang
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Mt. Vernon Elementary School's ranking?
Mt. Vernon Elementary School is ranked #4271 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in California.
What schools are Mt. Vernon Elementary School often compared to?
Mt. Vernon Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Riverview Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30-34% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 40-44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Mt. Vernon Elementary School?
359 students attend Mt. Vernon Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
82% of Mt. Vernon Elementary School students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Black, 6% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Asian, and 3% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Mt. Vernon Elementary School?
Mt. Vernon Elementary School has a student ration of 22:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Mt. Vernon Elementary School offer ?
Mt. Vernon Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6
What school district is Mt. Vernon Elementary School part of?
Mt. Vernon Elementary School is part of Lemon Grove School District.
School Calendar
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Event
Date
Last Day of School
June 11, 2026 (Thursday)
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)
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