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Bancroft Elementary

La Mesa-Spring Valley · San Diego County · 8805 Tyler Street, Spring Valley, CA 91977-3336

(619) 668-5890 · www.lmsvschools.org

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#5245
Rank 5245 out of 5,722
Top 92%
English Language Arts1/10 · #5275 · 8th percentile
Mathematics1/10 · #5248 · 8th percentile
Science2/10 · #4580 · 18th percentile

English Language Arts

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School Overview

Spring Valley is a working-class suburban community tucked in the inland hills east of San Diego, and Bancroft Elementary reflects the tight-knit, diverse character of the neighborhood it serves. The school's science scores stand out noticeably above its other subjects, which could be an encouraging sign for families with kids who light up in hands-on learning. Families looking for a school with room to grow and a community feel — rather than a highly competitive academic environment — may find Bancroft a comfortable fit.

Student Demographics

160 students tested · 2024-25 school year

Ethnicity

Hispanic
130 (81%)
African American
9 (6%)
Multiple Races
8 (5%)
White
6 (4%)
Asian
3 (2%)
Filipino
3 (2%)
Other
2 (1%)

Key Indicators

English Learners55 (34%)
Socioeconomically Disadvantaged148 (93%)
Students with Disabilities42 (26%)

Staff & Teachers(2024-25)

391
Enrollment
20
Teachers (FTE)
19.6:1
Student-Staff Ratio
1
Administrators (FTE)
29.7
Avg Class Size*(2023-24)

Community Enrichment Programs

This supplementary score measures the availability of enrichment programs — such as tutoring, music, dance, sports, and arts — within 3 miles of the school. Schools in communities with more diverse and accessible programs score higher.

Nearby Programs5/10 · #3207 · 47th percentile

107 programs within 3 miles. Ranked among Elementary Schools in California.

Nearby Libraries

No programs found