Serving 814 students in grades Kindergarten-6, Veterans Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 56% (which is higher than the California state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 65% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 20:1 is lower than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 92% 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: 814 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 92%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 56% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 65% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Veterans Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Veterans Elementary School's student population of 814 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 40 teachers has grown by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
Total Students
814 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
40 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Veterans Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 9,602 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Veterans Elementary School is 0.65, which is more 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
#1510 out of 9602 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
56%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
65%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
20:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
23%
12%
Hispanic
53%
56%
Black
8%
5%
White
8%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
27%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Veterans Elementary School's ranking?
Veterans Elementary School is ranked #1510 out of 9,602 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in California.
What schools are Veterans Elementary School often compared to?
Veterans Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Mcmillin (Corky) Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
56% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CA state average), while 65% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Veterans Elementary School?
814 students attend Veterans Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
53% of Veterans Elementary School students are Hispanic, 23% of students are Asian, 8% of students are Black, 8% of students are White, and 8% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Veterans Elementary School?
Veterans Elementary School has a student ration of 20:1, which is lower than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Veterans Elementary School offer ?
Veterans Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6
What school district is Veterans Elementary School part of?
Veterans Elementary School is part of Chula Vista Elementary School District.
In what neighborhood is Veterans Elementary School located?
Veterans Elementary School is located in the Otay Ranch neighborhood of Chula Vista, CA. There are 6 other public schools located in Otay Ranch.
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