Crest Elementary School
El Cajon, CA 92021
Phone: (619) 558-3128
Fax: (619) 579-4855
District: Cajon Valley Union School District
GreatSchools Rating
public • Grades KG,1,2,3,4,5,6,7,8 • 271 students
Crest Elementary School, a public school located in El Cajon, CA, serves grades K-8 in the Cajon Valley Union School District.It has received a GreatSchools Rating of 5 out of 10, based on a variety of school quality measures.
Crest Elementary School is a public school located in El Cajon, CA. 271 students attend Crest Elementary School.
School Ratings
| Category | Rating | Details |
|---|---|---|
| Test Scores | 3/10 | The Test Score Rating examines how students at this school performed on standardized tests compared with other schools in the state. The Test Rating was created using 2025 California Assessment of Student Performance and Progress (CAASPP) data from California Department of Education, and using 2025 California Science Test data from California Department of Education. |
| Student Growth | 6/10 | The Student Progress Rating measures whether students at this school are making academic progress over time based on student growth data provided by the Department of Education. Specifically, this rating looks at how much progress individual students have made on state assessments during the past year or more, how this performance aligns with expected progress based on a student growth model established by the state Department of Education, and how this school's growth data compares to other schools in the state. The Growth Rating was created using 2025 Student growth data from California Department of Education. |
Posted: March 5, 2020
My son is in Kindergarten and has a monthly homework calendar that is always optional. I appreciate the flexibility because sometimes we just don't have the time and other times he wants to work ahead.
Posted: March 5, 2020
The teachers we have worked with are fun, energetic, and put their hearts and souls into our small school.
Posted: March 5, 2020
Posted: March 5, 2020
The principal has been open to several ideas and suggestions from myself and other parents.
Posted: March 5, 2020
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Posted: March 5, 2020
My husband went to this school and now my son is in Kindergarten. I was a little nervous going to such a small school, but it has turned out to be my favorite thing about the school. There is a lot of parental involvement and support. We have participated in countless activities and events that the entire community attends. We have really built such a beautiful and uplifting little family there. My son absolutely loves going to school and I love volunteering and being involved at the school. It really is such a unique little place.
Posted: March 5, 2020
We love Crest STEAM Academy! Our kid have flourished here. Every kid learns differently and CSA does its best. Small classroom and enthusiastic teacher make this a great school!
Posted: March 5, 2020
Posted: March 5, 2020
The teachers care about their students! They want them to succeed
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Posted: January 30, 2020
The principal, Carmen Restrepo, is a absolutely horrible principal. Zero leadership skills, California education laws are broke daily. Please do your research and come sit in the classrooms. Do not send your child here. This school looks ok on the outside, however its a facade.
Posted: January 30, 2020
Posted: January 30, 2020
Mrs. Vars is the only teacher that actually teaches and cares about her students.
Posted: January 30, 2020
Posted: January 30, 2020
Leadership at this school is effective.
Principal lacks any leadership skills. Does not follow California code of conduct.
Posted: January 30, 2020
Good support staff. Seem to care and want to help without credit.
Posted: January 30, 2020
My child was bullied and harassed daily. The principal did not follow California law procedures.
Posted: January 25, 2020
Was a wonderful school when we first started and was super excited to have my kids attend here. Unfortunately it has gone down hill with only one good, veteran teacher left. We pulled our kids out and couldnt believe how much learning they missed out on. Its sad to see such a cute school get run to the ground.
Posted: January 25, 2020
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Posted: December 6, 2019
Great experience very qualified teachers! My child loves the school!
Posted: December 6, 2019
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Posted: December 6, 2019
Great experience very qualified teachers! My child loves the school!
Posted: August 25, 2019
Crest STEAM Academy is on the rise! The teachers and principal are fully committed to the children, and are inspired to make Crest an exceptional school. New this year, Earth Discovery Institute is providing an amazing AM/PM enrichment program, and will be offering outdoor, environmental ed experiences for our kids. Wonderful, since we are surrounded by so much natural beauty! Seriously, our campus is lovely. This little school has big heart, big ideas, and a great community.
Posted: August 25, 2019
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Posted: June 15, 2019
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Posted: June 15, 2019
This is a great little school with low class sizes and a large outdoor play area. It is tucked away in the eastern part of El Cajon. Glad I found it!
Posted: August 21, 2013
Ever since we enrolled our twins at Crest, they have flourished. The teachers are amazing as is everyone. I am so proud to a part of such a fantastic school.
Posted: August 21, 2013
A great school and a great community. Every teacher takes an active role with EVERY student. I can't see my kids going anywhere else!!
Reviews provided by GreatSchools™
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| 1 | Canyon Run Apartments | Apartment Complex | El Cajon | CA | 4.1 mi | |
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| 5 | Jackson Pointe Townhomes | Condominium/Townhouse | Spring Valley | CA | 8.2 mi | |
| 6 | Heritage at Otay Ranch | Neighborhood/Subdivision | Chula Vista | CA | 10.7 mi | |
| 7 | Del Cerro | Neighborhood/Subdivision | San Diego | CA | 11.9 mi | |
| 8 | Eastlake Greens | Neighborhood/Subdivision | Chula Vista | CA | 12.3 mi | |
| 9 | Eastlake Vistas | Neighborhood/Subdivision | Chula Vista | CA | 12.4 mi | |
| 10 | The Summit at Eastlake | Neighborhood/Subdivision | Chula Vista | CA | 13.2 mi | |
| 11 | Eastlake Windingwalk | Neighborhood/Subdivision | Chula Vista | CA | 13.4 mi | |
| 12 | Cottage Lane | Neighborhood/Subdivision | Chula Vista | CA | 13.6 mi | |
| 13 | Otay Ranch | Neighborhood/Subdivision | Chula Vista | CA | 14 mi | |
| 14 | Canyon View | Neighborhood/Subdivision | San Diego | CA | 14.1 mi | |
| 15 | City Heights | Neighborhood/Subdivision | San Diego | CA | 14.7 mi |
| # | Name | City | State | Overall Rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | El Cajon | El Cajon | CA | 5.6 mi | |
| 2 | Rancho San Diego | El Cajon | CA | 5.6 mi | |
| 3 | Santee | Santee | CA | 6.7 mi | |
| 4 | Santee Trolley Square | Santee | CA | 7.2 mi | |
| 5 | East County of San Diego | La Mesa | CA | 9.5 mi | |
| 6 | Del Cerro | San Diego | CA | 11.6 mi | |
| 7 | Bonita | Chula Vista | CA | 12.8 mi | |
| 8 | Otay Ranch | Chula Vista | CA | 13.7 mi | |
| 9 | Wine Country area of Scripps Ranch | San Diego | CA | 14.2 mi | |
| 10 | Kensington | San Diego | CA | 14.2 mi |
| Base | Distance |
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