Muraoka (Saburo) Elementary

1644 Santa Alexia Ave.
Chula Vista, CA 91915

www.cvesd.org

1,101 Students

Elementary School K - 6th

School Overview

Saburo Muraoka Elementary School is a public school located in the Otay Ranch community of Chula Vista, California, operating under the Chula Vista Elementary School District (CVESD). Serving students in transitional kindergarten through sixth grade, the school is known for its modern facilities and its focus on fostering a collaborative, innovative learning environment. The school is named in honor of Saburo Muraoka, a local community leader and farmer whose family legacy is deeply tied to the agricultural history and development of the Chula Vista region.

Academically, the school emphasizes a well-rounded education that integrates technology, literacy, and social-emotional learning to prepare students for future success. As part of the Chula Vista Elementary School District, Muraoka follows a curriculum designed to meet rigorous state standards while encouraging parent and community involvement. The school prides itself on maintaining a supportive culture that values diversity, inclusivity, and high academic expectations for all students, ensuring they develop the critical thinking skills necessary for the 21st century.

1,101

Total Students

44.0

Full-Time Teachers

25.0

Student/Teacher Ratio

24.5%

Free/Reduced Lunch

Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for Muraoka (Saburo) Elementary
Demographic	Student Count
White	85
Hispanic	431
Black	105
Asian	312
Two or More	157
American Indian	3
Pacific Islander	8

Hispanic
431 (39.1 %)
Asian
312 (28.3 %)
Two or More
157 (14.3 %)
Black
105 (9.5 %)
White
85 (7.7 %)
Pacific Islander
8 (0.7 %)
American Indian
3 (0.3 %)

School Location

School Details

Status:	Open
School Level:	Elementary School
School Type:	Regular School
Charter Status:*	Public Non-Charter
Virtual Instruction:	No virtual instruction
Shared Time Status:	N/A
District:	Chula Vista Elementary
Phone:	(619)216-5599
Website:	http://www.cvesd.org
Grade Range:	K - 6th
Total Students:	1,101
Full-Time Teachers (FTE):	44.0
Pupil/Teacher Ratio:	25.0
NSLP Participation:¹	Yes under Provision 2
Qualified Free Lunch:	219
Qualified Reduced Lunch:	51

* Charter Schools: A public charter school is a publicly funded school that operates independently under a legislative contract (or "charter") with a state, school district, or designated authorizing entity. Charters grant these schools greater operational flexibility over curriculum, staffing, and budgeting in exchange for strict accountability to achieve performance standards established in their charter agreement.

¹ National School Lunch Program (NSLP): The National School Lunch Program is a federally assisted meal program operating in public and nonprofit private schools. It provides nutritionally balanced, low-cost or free lunches to eligible children each school day based on household income thresholds or community eligibility options (CEO).

Title I Program Overview: Title I, Part A of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act (ESEA) allocates federal financial assistance to local educational agencies and public schools with high percentages of children from low-income families to help ensure that all children meet challenging state academic standards.

Grades Taught

Kindergarten 149

Grade 1 166

Grade 2 149

Grade 3 166

Grade 4 158

Grade 5 160

Grade 6 153

Grades Taught Data Table

Grades Taught and Student Counts for Muraoka (Saburo) Elementary
Grade	Student Count
Kindergarten	149
Grade 1	166
Grade 2	149
Grade 3	166
Grade 4	158
Grade 5	160
Grade 6	153

Gender Ratio

Student Gender Ratio Data Table

Student Gender Ratio for Muraoka (Saburo) Elementary
Gender	Student Count	Percentage
Female	539	49%
Male	562	51%

Nearby Elementary Schools (Within 10 Miles)