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Literacy First Charter School
  • Public, Charter
  • EL CAJON, CA
Charter School

Literacy First Charter School

#4 in Best Charter Elementary Schools in San Diego Area
  • A
    Overall Grade
  • Public, Charter
  • PK, K-12
  • EL CAJON, CA
  • 24 reviews
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    A
    Overall Niche Grade
    How are grades calculated?Data Sources
    1. Academics
      A minus
    2. Diversity
      A+
    3. Teachers
      A minus
    4. College Prep
      A minus
    5. Clubs & Activities
      C minus
    6. Health & Safety
      B
    7. Administration
      A minus
    8. Sports
      C+
    9. Food
      B
    10. Resources & Facilities
      C
    lfcsinc.org
    (619) 579-7232
    799 E WASHINGTON AVE
    EL CAJON, CA 92020
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    Grades
    PK, K-12
    Students
    1,783
    From Literacy First Charter School

    Located in the heart of El Cajon, LFCS began as a K-3 program on one campus in 2001 with 5 teachers and 100 students. It was founded by a veteran teacher who has a passion for education and truly looks for the joy in learning. Along with a small but dedicated team they worked to make magic out of old desks, portable walls, used textbooks, and big ideas. LFCS made a commitment to hire staff who are passionate about teaching and incorporate research-proven techniques that work! LFCS has a developed a reputation for high test scores, satisfied parents, and students who graduate as leaders. Currently LFCS has four tuition free campuses serving K-12 students and an independent study program.

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    Academics

    Percent Proficient - Reading
    73%
    Percent Proficient - Math
    65%
    Average Graduation Rate
    95%
    Average SAT
    1180
    15 responses
    Average ACT
    24
    6 responses
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    A High School Where Every Student is Known

    LCHS is a tuition free public charter school. We provide a traditional & comprehensive high school experience to a small student body. Our safe environment offers a broad range of curricular & extracurricular opportunities in an intimate setting that maximizes accountability. Come see what makes us great!

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    El Cajon
    C+
    Overall Niche Grade
    How are grades calculated?Data Sources
    1. Cost of Living
      D
    2. Good for Families
      C+
    3. Housing
      D
    Median Household Income
    $55,309
    National
    $62,843
    Median Rent
    $1,339
    National
    $1,062
    Median Home Value
    $445,600
    National
    $217,500
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    Culture & Safety

    Health & Safety
    B
    Based on chronic student absenteeism, suspensions/expulsions, and survey responses on the school environment from students and parents.
    Poll
    100%
    of students agree that they feel safe at their school. 3 responses
    Poll
    67%
    of students agree that they like their school and feel happy there. 3 responses
    Poll
    What are your favorite school events or traditions?
    Based on 10 responses
    • Community service
      20%
    • Jog-a-thon
      20%
    • Olympics
      20%
    • Spirit Week
      20%
    • Homecoming
      10%
    • Pep rallies
      10%
    • Robotics
      10%

    Students

    Diversity
    A+
    Based on racial and economic diversity and survey responses on school culture and diversity from students and parents.
    Students
    1,783
    Free or Reduced Lunch
    55%
    67%
    of students and parents agree that students at this school are competitive. 3 responses
    67%
    of students and parents agree that students at this school are creative and artsy. 3 responses
    67%
    of students and parents agree that students at this school are athletic. 3 responses
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    Preschool

    Annual Cost
    Cost is for the most complete schedule offered and may have changed for the current school year. For more information, please contact the school.
    Starting Age
    4 years
    Pre-K Student-Teacher Ratio
    1:1
    Website
    lfcsinc.org/freedom_academy
    Schedule Options
    • Offers Full Week
    • Offers Part Week
    • Offers Full Day
      Yes
    • Offers Part Day

    Teachers

    Student-Teacher Ratio
    21:1
    National
    17:1
    Average Teacher Salary
    Teachers in First/Second Year
    100%
    of students and parents agree that the teachers give engaging lessons. 3 responses
    100%
    of students and parents agree that the teachers genuinely care about the students. 3 responses
    100%
    of students and parents agree that the teachers adequately lead and control the classroom. 3 responses

    Clubs & Activities

    Clubs & Activities
    C minus
    Based on student and parent reviews of clubs and activities.
    Girls Athletic Participation
    Boys Athletic Participation
    Expenses Per Student
    National
    $12,239
    33%
    of students and parents agree that there are plenty of clubs and organizations for students to get involved in. 3 responses
    33%
    of students and parents agree that clubs and organizations get the funding they need. 3 responses
    67%
    of students and parents agree that lots of students participate in clubs and organizations. 3 responses

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