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Elementary SchoolsGrades K-8

Rio Seco Elementary

Santee · San Diego County · 9545 Cuyamaca Street, Santee, CA 92071-2674

(619) 956-5500 · www.santeesd.net

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8/10
#1215
Rank 1215 out of 5,722
Top 21%
English Language Arts8/10 · #1300 · 77th percentile
Mathematics8/10 · #1170 · 80th percentile
Science8/10 · #1233 · 78th percentile

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School Overview

Tucked into the family-friendly suburb of Santee in San Diego's East County, Rio Seco Elementary offers a well-rounded K-8 experience that keeps kids in a familiar community through middle school — a real plus for families who value continuity. Scoring solidly across English, math, and science, it's the kind of neighborhood school that quietly delivers without a lot of fanfare. Santee itself has a relaxed, outdoorsy feel with easy access to hiking and the San Diego River, making it a comfortable fit for active families looking for a grounded community to call home.

Student Demographics

608 students tested · 2024-25 school year

Ethnicity

White
318 (52%)
Hispanic
173 (28%)
Multiple Races
74 (12%)
Asian
25 (4%)
Filipino
11 (2%)
Other
7 (1%)

Key Indicators

English Learners64 (11%)
Socioeconomically Disadvantaged287 (47%)
Students with Disabilities115 (19%)

Staff & Teachers(2024-25)

913
Enrollment
43
Teachers (FTE)
21.2:1
Student-Staff Ratio
1
Administrators (FTE)
21.8
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 Programs7/10 · #2364 · 61st percentile

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

Nearby Libraries

No programs found