Palomar Elementary

300 East Palomar St.
Chula Vista, CA 91911

schools.cvesd.org/schools/palomar/

319 Students

Elementary School K - 6th

School Overview

Palomar Elementary, located in Chula Vista, California, is a public school serving students within the Chula Vista Elementary School District. Situated on East Palomar Street, the school is deeply integrated into the local community, emphasizing a supportive and inclusive educational environment. As part of a district known for its focus on academic excellence and innovative instruction, Palomar Elementary is committed to fostering the intellectual, social, and emotional growth of its diverse student body.

The school places a strong emphasis on providing a well-rounded curriculum that prepares students for success in higher education and beyond. By prioritizing collaboration between teachers, parents, and the community, Palomar Elementary strives to create a safe and engaging atmosphere where students are encouraged to reach their full potential. Through its dedicated faculty and focus on student-centered learning, the school remains a vital pillar for families in the Chula Vista area.

319

Total Students

16.0

Full-Time Teachers

19.9

Student/Teacher Ratio

77.7%

Free/Reduced Lunch

Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for Palomar Elementary
Demographic	Student Count
White	14
Hispanic	273
Black	5
Asian	9
Two or More	16
Pacific Islander	2

Hispanic
273 (85.6%)
Two or More
16 (5.0%)
White
14 (4.4%)
Asian
9 (2.8%)
Black
5 (1.6%)
Pacific Islander
2 (0.6%)

School Location

School Details

Status:	Open
School Level:	Elementary School
School Type:	Regular School
Charter Status:*	Public Non-Charter
Virtual Instruction:	No virtual instruction
Shared Time Status:	N/A
District:	Chula Vista Elementary
Phone:	(619)420-0134
Website:	http://schools.cvesd.org/schools/palomar/
Grade Range:	K - 6th
Total Students:	319
Full-Time Teachers (FTE):	16.0
Pupil/Teacher Ratio:	19.9
NSLP Participation:¹	Yes under Provision 2
Qualified Free Lunch:	203
Qualified Reduced Lunch:	45

* Charter Schools: A public charter school is a publicly funded school that operates independently under a legislative contract (or "charter") with a state, school district, or designated authorizing entity. Charters grant these schools greater operational flexibility over curriculum, staffing, and budgeting in exchange for strict accountability to achieve performance standards established in their charter agreement.

¹ National School Lunch Program (NSLP): The National School Lunch Program is a federally assisted meal program operating in public and nonprofit private schools. It provides nutritionally balanced, low-cost or free lunches to eligible children each school day based on household income thresholds or community eligibility options (CEO).

Title I Program Overview: Title I, Part A of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act (ESEA) allocates federal financial assistance to local educational agencies and public schools with high percentages of children from low-income families to help ensure that all children meet challenging state academic standards.

Grades Taught

Kindergarten 70

Grade 1 39

Grade 2 42

Grade 3 31

Grade 4 45

Grade 5 48

Grade 6 44

Grades Taught Data Table

Grades Taught and Student Counts for Palomar Elementary
Grade	Student Count
Kindergarten	70
Grade 1	39
Grade 2	42
Grade 3	31
Grade 4	45
Grade 5	48
Grade 6	44

Gender Ratio

Student Gender Ratio Data Table

Student Gender Ratio for Palomar Elementary
Gender	Student Count	Percentage
Female	154	48.3%
Male	165	51.7%

Nearby Elementary Schools (Within 10 Miles)