RIOS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

Rios Elementary is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the Cajon Valley Union school district, located in El Cajon, CA with about 359 students offering grade levels from Kindergarten to 5th Grade. A Title I school provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families. Its purpose is to provide all children significant opportunity to receive a fair, equitable, and high-quality education. With about 16 teachers, Rios Elementary has a student/teacher ratio of about 22:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.

Rios Elementary School is a public school located in the rural, semi-mountainous Rios Canyon area of El Cajon, California, serving students in the Cajon Valley Union School District. Characterized by its unique, scenic setting away from the dense suburban sprawl of central El Cajon, the school offers a tranquil learning environment. It typically serves a close-knit student body, focusing on foundational academic development, social-emotional learning, and fostering a supportive community atmosphere that encourages student engagement and parent involvement.

As part of the Cajon Valley Union School District, Rios Elementary adheres to the district’s "World of Work" initiative, which aims to integrate career-readiness concepts into the daily curriculum to help students identify their strengths and interests early on. The school emphasizes a holistic approach to education, blending traditional classroom instruction with modern technology and personalized learning strategies. By maintaining a focus on inclusivity and character building, Rios Elementary strives to prepare its students not only for academic success in middle school but also for their long-term growth as contributing members of the community.

For more information, contact Rios Elementary at (619) 588-3090 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.