For the 2024-25 school year, there are 12 public schools serving 8,697 students in Santee, CA (there are 3 private schools, serving 97 private students). 99% of all K-12 students in Santee, CA are educated in public schools (compared to the CA state average of 89%).
The top ranked public schools in Santee, CA are Sycamore Canyon Elementary School, Santee Alternative and Rio Seco Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Santee, CA public schools have an average math proficiency score of 46% (versus the California public school average of 33%), and reading proficiency score of 59% (versus the 47% statewide average). Schools in Santee have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of California public schools.
Minority enrollment is 45% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the California public school average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public Schools in Santee, CA (2024-25)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Sycamore Canyon Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 65-69% | Reading: 65-69%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
10201 Settle Rd.
Santee, CA 92071
(619) 956-5400
Santee, CA 92071
(619) 956-5400
Grades: K-6
| 320 students
Rank: #22.
Santee Alternative
Alternative School
Magnet School
Magnet School
(Math: 50-59% | Reading: 60-69%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
10250 El Nopal
Santee, CA 92071
(619) 956-2490
Santee, CA 92071
(619) 956-2490
Grades: K-8
| 19 students
Rank: #33.
Rio Seco Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 54% | Reading: 61%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
9545 Cuyamaca St.
Santee, CA 92071
(619) 956-5500
Santee, CA 92071
(619) 956-5500
Grades: K-8
| 933 students
Rank: #44.
Carlton Oaks Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 50% | Reading: 60%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
9353 Wethersfield Rd.
Santee, CA 92071
(619) 956-4500
Santee, CA 92071
(619) 956-4500
Grades: K-8
| 851 students
Rank: #55.
Chet F. Harritt Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 50% | Reading: 57%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
8120 Arlette St.
Santee, CA 92071
(619) 258-4800
Santee, CA 92071
(619) 258-4800
Grades: K-8
| 603 students
Rank: #66.
Santana High School
Magnet School
(Math: 41% | Reading: 68%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
9915 N. Magnolia Ave.
Santee, CA 92071
(619) 956-0211
Santee, CA 92071
(619) 956-0211
Grades: 9-12
| 1,736 students
Rank: #77.
West Hills High School
Magnet School
(Math: 39% | Reading: 68%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
8756 Mast Blvd.
Santee, CA 92071
(619) 956-0400
Santee, CA 92071
(619) 956-0400
Grades: 9-12
| 1,532 students
Rank: #88.
Carlton Hills Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 46% | Reading: 60%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
9353 Pike Rd.
Santee, CA 92071
(619) 258-3400
Santee, CA 92071
(619) 258-3400
Grades: K-8
| 586 students
Rank: #99.
Pride Academy At Prospect Avenue
Magnet School
(Math: 46% | Reading: 55%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
9303 Prospect Ave.
Santee, CA 92071
(619) 956-5200
Santee, CA 92071
(619) 956-5200
Grades: K-8
| 564 students
Rank: #1010.
Hill Creek Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 43% | Reading: 53%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
9665 Jeremy St.
Santee, CA 92071
(619) 956-5000
Santee, CA 92071
(619) 956-5000
Grades: K-8
| 663 students
Rank: #1111.
Santee Success Program
Alternative School
Magnet School
Magnet School
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50% )
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
10280 N. Magnolia Ave.
Santee, CA 92071
(619) 956-2453
Santee, CA 92071
(619) 956-2453
Grades: K-8
| 4 students
Rank: #1212.
Cajon Park Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 37% | Reading: 49%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
10300 Magnolia Ave.
Santee, CA 92071
(619) 956-2400
Santee, CA 92071
(619) 956-2400
Grades: K-8
| 886 students
Santee, California Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
10445 Mission Gorge Rd.
Santee, CA 92071
(619) 956-5300
Santee, CA 92071
(619) 956-5300
Grades: K-8
| 559 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in Santee, CA?
The top ranked public schools in Santee, CA include Sycamore Canyon Elementary School, Santee Alternative and Rio Seco Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in Santee?
12 public schools are located in Santee.
What percentage of students in Santee go to public school?
99% of all K-12 students in Santee are educated in public schools (compared to the CA state average of 89%).
What is the racial composition of students in Santee?
Santee public schools minority enrollment is 45% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the California public schools average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
Which public schools in Santee are often viewed compared to one another?
Popular comparisons of public schools in Santee include: Santana High School vs. West Hills High School, West Hills High School vs. Santana High School, Carlton Hills Elementary School vs. Carlton Oaks Elementary School
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