Descanso Elementary School

Public Elementary School | Grade K-6

24842 Viejas Blvd, Descanso, CA

Mountain Empire Unified School District

214 Students

B-

Niche Grade

GreatSchools Rating

School Details

Head of School
Donna Burton

Student Teacher Ratio
24:1

Math Proficiency
37%

Reading Proficiency
52%

Academics

Teachers

Source: Niche

Niche Grade Details

Academics

Reading Proficiency

52%

Math Proficiency

37%

Teachers

Student Teacher Ratio

24:1

Teachers

Full Time Teachers

Teachers in First or Second Year

Test Scores

Equity

Student Progress

Source: GreatSchools

GreatSchools Rating Details

Teachers and Staff

Students Per Counselor

400:1

Student Diversity

Male

50.5%

Female

49.5%

White

56%

Hispanic

39%

Two or more races

2.5%

Black

1.5%

Native American

Specialty School Programs

Free/Reduced Lunch Offered

This School’s Reviews

5.0 parent

11/17/2017

Descanso Elementary is an outstanding school. Small class size and enthusiastic teachers make it a win-win for my children. I wouldn’t send my kids anywhere else!

5.0 parent

7/2/2017

Descanso Elementary exceeded my expectations. My child was a kindergartner this past year and I am so impressed with the methodology used to teach these children. The environment is positive, welcoming and empowers each child to become a leader. I am so glad I chose this school for my child over the...

5.0 other

9/22/2016

As a parent with children attending this school I have to say that my children are learning so much in a safe, healthy and loving environment. I have seen positive changes in the school this year with student safety when entering and exiting the campus. The principal is approachable and is always in...

2.0 parent

8/25/2016

The teachers are still great but it's just not the same anymore. Its run like a jail now on full lockdown. The morning and after school programs have become severly limited and so many restrictions placed on how and when you can pickup and drop off your child. The principal has talked down to my and...

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California San Diego County Descanso 91916

Descanso Elementary School is a public school for students in grades K-6 in Descanso, CA and is served by the Mountain Empire Unified School District in California. Annual tuition is $0. The school has a total enrollment of 214 and maintains a student-teacher ratio of 24:1. Academic records show that 37% of students achieve proficiency in math, and 52% are proficient in reading. Descanso Elementary School has received feedback and ratings, with a Niche grade of B- and a GreatSchools Rating of 7 out of 10. Discover additional schools in the area, like Motivated Youth Academy, Cabrillo Point Academy, The Heights Charter, and more. Learn more about what Descanso has to offer, and browse homes for sale and for rent near Descanso Elementary School.

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