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Hillsdale Middle

Cajon Valley Union · San Diego County · 1301 Brabham Street, El Cajon, CA 92019-4374

(619) 441-6156

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8/10
#389
Rank 389 out of 1,315
Top 30%
English Language Arts8/10 · #387 · 71st percentile
Mathematics7/10 · #410 · 69th percentile
Science8/10 · #391 · 71st percentile

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School Overview

Hillsdale Middle sits in the eastern reaches of El Cajon, tucked into one of San Diego County's more suburban, family-friendly pockets where the neighborhoods feel quieter than the busy corridors closer to the city. As part of the Cajon Valley Union School District, it performs solidly across the board — landing near the 70th percentile statewide in English, math, and science — making it a reassuring choice for families who want a well-rounded middle school experience without the pressure-cooker intensity of some coastal districts. Families drawn to a community where schools feel connected to their neighborhoods, and where kids have room to grow academically without getting lost in the shuffle, tend to find Hillsdale a comfortable fit.

Student Demographics

1,397 students tested · 2024-25 school year

Ethnicity

White
779 (56%)
Hispanic
372 (27%)
Asian
51 (4%)
African American
49 (4%)
Multiple Races
47 (3%)
Other
99 (7%)

Key Indicators

English Learners378 (27%)
Socioeconomically Disadvantaged1,019 (73%)
Students with Disabilities243 (17%)

Staff & Teachers(2024-25)

1,481
Enrollment
67.1
Teachers (FTE)
22.1:1
Student-Staff Ratio
4
Administrators (FTE)
22
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 Programs4/10 · #921 · 33rd percentile

47 programs within 3 miles. Ranked among Middle Schools in California.

Nearby Libraries

No programs found