Rancho San Diego Elementary School

12151 Calle Albara

El Cajon, CA 92019

School District

Cajon Valley Union
Grade

K-5
Teacher/Student Ratio

1:23
Type

public

School Map for Cajon Valley Union School District

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Reviews

Submitted by other on September 13, 2023

As a former student of this school, I can say with confidence that it is an amazing place to learn. The teachers are exceptional and make learning enjoyable for all students, be it math or reading. Although there may be some instances of bullying, the teachers are quick to address and resolve such issues. Many of my fellow students who attended this school with me went on to excel in full honor courses in middle school. I highly recommend this school above all others.
Submitted by parent on October 19, 2018

This school is great my daughter loves it and her teacher is wonderful
Submitted by parent on June 18, 2015

Ranch San Diego is a wonderful school with a wonderful staff, my son he is in preschool, he loved RS and he learned so many wonderful things (reading, writing, numbers (math) and sharing!!) Thank you RS for the wonderful year. and We are looking forward to many more years to come.
Submitted by parent on July 10, 2013

We absolutely love RSD. This school has been fabulous for our daughters and we are grateful for the fun and educational environment that RSD provides. We came to RSD in first grade as our first year and the school and staff were extremely welcoming and helpful with the transition from our other school. We are looking forward to many more years to come.
Submitted by parent on April 29, 2011

We are a military family that moved in the middle of the year. I was so happy to find out what a wonderful welcoming school RSD was. Within days the office staff new our name, could recognize the kids. The principal is always outside in the mornings greeting the kids many by name. This is a large school with a small school feel! The teacher's are amazing! They balance out the curriculum with lots of hands on projects requiring the students to build skills in multiple areas! I am so happy, I hope we can stay here for a long time!!
Submitted by other on September 13, 2010

I hardly doubt that "Second and third grade are dropping the ball" based on recent API performance scores. Perhaps the influx of second language students from outside of the Rancho community and the inclusion of resource students has had an impact on standardized test scores over the last few years. The clientele being tested at Rancho is not the same as it was in the past. If you think this does not have an impact on overall test scores then you are sadly mistaken. Class size has also been increased twenty percent over the past two years. Research shows that student teacher ratio impacts learning and overall test performance. I agree that combo classes are not good for students and teachers alike. However, during tough economic times they become a necessity.
Submitted by parent on August 26, 2010

Second and third grade are dropping the ball. API use to be much higher at this school. Valhalla and Hillsdale are outperforming RSD and the curriculum should be easier to teach. I noticed the difference in scores after the last principal arrived. Coincidence? My raings are neutral because of this. Also, from a teacher's perspective, combo classes are never a good idea.
Submitted by parent on April 24, 2010

Although our 14 yr. old is now at Valhalla, Rancho remains a warm, loving memory of great teachers and a wonderful school. Savannah has been asked to do her high school community service there and she is really looking forward to putting in the hours. A wonderful school!!!!!
Submitted by parent on October 09, 2009

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Submitted by student on August 23, 2009

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