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Magnolia Elementary

650 Greenfield Dr., El Cajon, CA, 92021

About Magnolia Elementary

Magnolia Elementary School is located at 1040 Magnolia Avenue in El Cajon, California, 92020, in a residential neighborhood near parks and community resources. It serves kindergarten through fifth grade. Around 650 local students are enrolled. The 26:1 student–teacher ratio ensures consistent classroom instruction. Recent state assessments show 12% of students are proficient in math. The same academic indicators estimate 21% reading proficiency. Magnolia Elementary has 52% boys and 48% girls, creating a balanced student body. Magnolia Elementary is a community-oriented school where teachers and families work together to help students grow and learn in a positive way.In the area around Magnolia Elementary, residential values for nearby single-family homes commonly range from around $550,000 to $650,000, offering housing market options that appeal to families seeking proximity to schools and neighborhood amenities. Parents often share that teachers communicate regularly, remain approachable, and encourage family involvement through events and classroom updates, helping to create a supportive and welcoming school climate. This school is the best school in El Cajon, California.

Magnolia Elementary Contact Information

Address

650 Greenfield Dr., El Cajon, CA, 92021

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Phone

(619) 588-3080

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Academic Performance

Subject Proficiency

Mathematics 12%
Reading 21%
State average proficiency is 12% in Math and 21% in Reading.
24
Full-time Teachers
26 : 1
Student-Teacher Ratio
650
Total Students
$120838
Avg. Teacher Salary
TOP 5550 IN STEM IN STATE

Robotics & STEM
at Magnolia Elementary

2.5X
More likely to pursue STEM Careers
80%
Jobs that will require STEM in 2030
2.5X
More likely to persue STEM Careers
80%
Jobs that will require STEM in 2030
  • 🤖 Coding & Debugging
  • 🧪 Hobby Electronics and Engineering
  • 👩‍💻 Apply Math in Science and Engineering
  • 🛠️ 3D Printing
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Hands-on with real robots
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Led by competition winners
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STEM career pathways

Recent News & Updates

New Playground Name

We are so excited to announce the name of our new playground! Following a school-wide and Robinson community vote we narrowed a large list of names down to four. Since our students will be using the playground on a daily basis, we gave them the final vote! 476.....

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School Timings

Regular School Hours

All Grades: 7:30 AM - 3:00 PM

Early Dismissal Days

Dismissal Time: 12:15 PM

Note: Doors open at 7:15 AM for student arrival. Please refer to the school calendar for specific early dismissal dates.

After School Activities

Information coming soon

School Session Dates

September to June

School session starts in September 1st week and ends in June 3rd week. For exact dates, please contact the school.

Student Demographics

White 21.69%
Asian 7.38%
Hispanic 48.31%
Black 13.85%
Two+ Races 7.23%
Native Am. 0.46%
White
21.69%
Asian
7.38%
Hispanic
48.31%
Black
13.85%
Two+ Races
7.23%
Native Am.
0.46%

Gender Distribution

Total Students: 650
48.31%
314 Female
51.69%
336 Male

Student Population

650 Students

With a student-teacher ratio of 26 : 1

Minority Enrollment

25%

Percentage of minority students

Students per Counselor

325 : 1

Student to counselor ratio

Remarkable Alumni

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Latest News

Magnolia Elementary’s PTA After-School Program is scheduled to run during the Winter 2026 session. The program will operate from January 26 through April 10, 2026, according to the school’s calendar. The session offers organized after-school activities for enrolled students during the winter and early spring.

FAQ

Q1. What attendance reporting process does Magnolia Elementary use?

Ans. Magnolia Elementary records attendance daily, with parents reporting absences to the office for documentation.


Q2. How does Magnolia Elementary reinforce student conduct expectations?

Ans. Magnolia Elementary reinforces expectations through clear rules, consistent routines, and staff supervision.


Q3. Which methods does Magnolia Elementary use to share routine updates?

Ans. Magnolia Elementary shares routine updates through email messages and official school notices.


Q4. What supervision supports recess and transitions at Magnolia Elementary?

Ans. Magnolia Elementary provides staff supervision during recess and transitions to support student safety.


Q5. How do families contact teachers at Magnolia Elementary?

Ans. Magnolia Elementary supports teacher contact through email and scheduled conferences.

Games & Extracurricular Activities

Sports

  • Soccer Club Grades 1-3 | Mon/Wed 3:30-4:30pm
  • Basketball Grades 2-4 | Tue/Thu 3:30-4:45pm
  • Track & Field Grades 3-5 | Fri 3:30-5:00pm

Arts

  • Art Club Grades K-2 | Mon 3:00-4:00pm
  • Drama Club Grades 3-5 | Wed 3:30-5:00pm
  • Choir Grades 2-5 | Thu 3:15-4:15pm

Clubs

  • Chess Club Grades 2-5 | Fri 3:15-4:15pm
  • Garden Club All Grades | Tue 3:15-4:00pm
  • Robotics Club Grades 3-5 | Thu 3:30-5:00pm

Note: Schedules may change during school holidays. Please contact School for exact Schedule.

Summer Suggested Reading

Horn Book Selections

Vocabulary.com +3 Horn Book +3 What to Read to Your Kids +3
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Maggie Lou, Firefox

by Arnolda Dufour Bowes

PS

The Puppets of Spelhorst

by Kate DiCamillo

MLV

The Mona Lisa Vanishes

by Nicholas Day

Vocabulary.com Top Picks

Penguin Random House +10 Vocabulary.com +10 Wikipedia +10
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Frindle

by Andrew Clements

WR

The Wild Robot

by Peter Brown

JGP

James and the Giant Peach

by Roald Dahl

Penguin Random House Features

Horn Book +2 Penguin Random House +2 The Guardian +2
SLB

The Secret Language of Birds

by Lynne Kelly

S

The Swifts: A Dictionary of Scoundrels

by Beth Lincoln

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