CAJON VALLEY MIDDLE SCHOOL

Cajon Valley Middle is a Title I public middle school that is part of the Cajon Valley Union school district, located in El Cajon, CA with about 915 students offering grade levels from 6th Grade to 8th Grade. Student demographics can be found below. 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 43 teachers, Cajon Valley Middle has a student/teacher ratio of about 21:1. 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.

Cajon Valley Middle School, located in the heart of El Cajon, California, is a key institution within the Cajon Valley Union School District. Serving students in grades 6 through 8, the school is recognized for its commitment to providing a rigorous academic environment while emphasizing the social-emotional growth of its diverse student body. The campus strives to create a supportive culture that focuses on preparing middle schoolers for the transition to high school by fostering critical thinking, collaboration, and personal responsibility.

Beyond its core curriculum, Cajon Valley Middle School is known for integrating modern technology and innovative teaching strategies to engage students in a changing global economy. The school prides itself on being a community hub that offers various extracurricular activities, athletics, and enrichment programs designed to help students discover their unique strengths and interests. By prioritizing both academic excellence and a well-rounded student experience, the school aims to cultivate a safe and inclusive atmosphere where every child is empowered to succeed.

For more information, contact Cajon Valley Middle at (619) 588-3092 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.

550 Park Ave.
El Cajon, CA 92020-3922
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CAJON VALLEY MIDDLE SCHOOL is a public Title I school in El Cajon, CA with about 915 enrolled students. See other public middle schools in California

School Details

2017-2018
Level:
Middle School
Charter School:*
No
District:
Cajon Valley Union
Total Students:
915
Teachers:
43.21
NSLP Status:1
Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO)
Qualified free lunch:
0
Qualified reduced-price lunch:
0
Title I Status:2
Title I schoolwide school
Virtual:
Not Virtual
Grade Levels Offered
6th Grade
7th Grade
8th Grade

* A public charter school is a publicly funded school that is typically governed by a group or organization under a legislative contract with the state, the district, or another entity. The charter exempts the school from certain state or local rules and regulations.

1 The National School Lunch Program (NSLP) provides eligible students with free or reduced-price lunch

2 Title I, Part A (Title I) of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families.

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School Demographics for 915 students

Hispanic/Latino
42.0%
White
41.2%
Black or African American
10.4%
Two or more races
3.4%
Asian
2.7%
Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander
0.3%

Female
46.0%
Male
54.0%

Data for school year 2017-2018 — The information found on this website was provided in part by the U.S. Department of Education, U.S. Census Bureau, the Bureau of Labor and Statistics & various other external sources. We do not verify the contents of the information provided and therefore, cannot guarantee the accuracy of the information displayed on this website.