LITERACY FIRST CHARTER

Literacy First Charter is a public charter school that is part of the San Diego County Office of Education school district, located in El Cajon, CA with about 1,680 students offering grade levels from Kindergarten to 12th Grade. Student demographics can be found below. With about 79 teachers, Literacy First Charter 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.

Literacy First Charter Schools (LFCS) is a tuition-free, K–12 public charter school system located in El Cajon, California. The institution is organized into several specific campuses that provide a scaffolded educational experience, moving students from the foundational years at the Primary and Elementary campuses to the rigorous college-preparatory environment of their Junior High and High School programs. Their educational philosophy emphasizes a strong mastery of fundamental skills, small class sizes, and a highly structured academic environment designed to foster both intellectual growth and character development.

Beyond its core academic offerings, Literacy First is known for maintaining a distinct school culture that prioritizes parental involvement and a collaborative community atmosphere. The school utilizes a "Direct Instruction" approach in many of its primary grades to ensure consistency and academic success, while the high school level focuses on a traditional, rigorous curriculum aimed at meeting A-G requirements for university admission. By providing a clear educational path from kindergarten through graduation, LFCS aims to prepare students for the demands of higher education and professional life within a safe, values-driven setting.

For more information, contact Literacy First Charter at (619) 579-7232 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.