Serving 346 students in grades Kindergarten-6, Casa De Oro 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 25-29% (which is lower than the California state average of 33%). 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 23:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 81% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 346 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 23:1
- Minority Enrollment: 81%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 25-29% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤20% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Casa De Oro Elementary School's student population of 346 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 15 teachers has grown by 15% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
Total Students
346 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
15 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Casa De Oro Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 9,602 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Casa De Oro Elementary School is 0.60, 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
#4640 out of 9602 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤20%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
23:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
4%
12%
Hispanic
59%
56%
Black
10%
5%
White
19%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
66%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
13%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Casa De Oro Elementary School's ranking?
Casa De Oro Elementary School is ranked #4640 out of 9,602 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in California.
What schools are Casa De Oro Elementary School often compared to?
Casa De Oro Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Maryland Avenue Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
25-29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CA state average), while 40-44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Casa De Oro Elementary School?
346 students attend Casa De Oro Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
59% of Casa De Oro Elementary School students are Hispanic, 19% of students are White, 10% of students are Black, 8% of students are Two or more races, and 4% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Casa De Oro Elementary School?
Casa De Oro Elementary School has a student ration of 23:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Casa De Oro Elementary School offer ?
Casa De Oro Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6
What school district is Casa De Oro Elementary School part of?
Casa De Oro Elementary School is part of La Mesa-Spring Valley School District.
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