Dehesa Elementary vs Lemon Grove Academy Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in California, United States, 17 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Dehesa Elementary
El Cajon · Public elementary · Grades K–8
399 students
Lemon Grove Academy Elementary
Lemon Grove · Public elementary · Grades K–6
399 students
| Measure | Dehesa Elementary El Cajon, California | Lemon Grove Academy Elementary Lemon Grove, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 40 Lower 50% | 16 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #2574 of 5,693 | #4828 of 5,693 |
| National rank | #32167 of 50,301 | #47016 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–8 | Grades K–6 |
| Students | 399 | 399 |
| Enrollment | 399 | 399 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 36.8% | 83.2% |
| Students per teacher | 14.8 | 26.6 |
| Reading proficiency | 32% | – |
| Math proficiency | 32% | – |
| city | El Cajon | Lemon Grove |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Dehesa Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (39.6 vs 16.2).
- •Dehesa Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (36.8% vs 83.2%).
- •Dehesa Elementary does better on students per teacher (14.8 vs 26.6).
The Success Index (US) summarises published results and context from official data. It does not measure teaching quality or fit. Methodology.
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Frequently asked questions
Is Dehesa Elementary better than Lemon Grove Academy Elementary?
On the Success Index (US), Dehesa Elementary ranks higher (39.6 vs 16.2 out of 100). The index is built from published results and context data, not from teaching quality or fit, so visit both schools before deciding.
How far apart are Dehesa Elementary and Lemon Grove Academy Elementary?
About 17 km in a straight line, between El Cajon and Lemon Grove in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Dehesa Elementary: 399. Lemon Grove Academy Elementary: 399. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Dehesa Elementary and Lemon Grove Academy Elementary rank in California?
Dehesa Elementary is 2574th of 5,693 and Lemon Grove Academy Elementary is 4828th of 5,693 among elementary schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).