Chula Vista Elementary School District operates 1 school (grades KG–12). Individual school names, addresses, and attendance zone boundaries are available directly from the district.
| Metric | Chula Vista Elementary School District | National Average | Comparison |
|---|---|---|---|
| Student Enrollment | — | 3,700 | Data not available |
| Number of Schools | 1 | 6 | Varies by district |
| Per-Pupil Spending | $15,700/yr (est.) | $13,700/yr | State avg est. |
| District Type | Charter School District | Public District | — |
| Overall Rating | 6/10 — Average | — | Near average |
- Wolf Canyon Elementary — Grades K–6 · 954 students
- Camarena (Enrique S.) Elementary — Grades K–6 · 889 students
- Hedenkamp (Anne and William) Elementary — Grades K–6 · 855 students
- Salt Creek Elementary — Grades K–6 · 835 students
- Veterans Elementary — Grades K–6 · 832 students
- Muraoka (Saburo) Elementary — Grades K–6 · 832 students
- Lauderbach (J. Calvin) Elementary — Grades K–6 · 763 students
- Heritage Elementary — Grades K–6 · 732 students
- McMillin (Corky) Elementary — Grades K–6 · 691 students
- Rice (Lilian J.) Elementary — Grades K–6 · 613 students
- Hilltop Drive Elementary — Grades K–6 · 559 students
- Vista Square Elementary — Grades K–6 · 554 students
- Olympic View Elementary — Grades K–6 · 544 students
- Liberty Elementary — Grades K–6 · 542 students
- Tiffany (Burton C.) Elementary — Grades K–6 · 534 students
- EastLake Elementary — Grades K–6 · 527 students
- Harborside Elementary — Grades K–6 · 524 students
- Valley Vista Elementary — Grades K–6 · 513 students
- Clear View — Grades K–6 · 513 students
- Sonia Sotomayor Elementary — Grades K–6 · 488 students
- Rosebank Elementary — Grades K–6 · 485 students
- Fahari L. Jeffers Elementary — Grades K–6 · 467 students
- Otay Elementary — Grades K–6 · 455 students
- Sunnyside Elementary — Grades K–6 · 434 students
- Casillas (Joseph) Elementary — Grades K–6 · 431 students
- + 18 more other schools
About Chula Vista Elementary School District
If you live in ZIP 91914 — Chula Vista, California — your assigned public schools are operated by Chula Vista Elementary School District. Its 6/10 rating is roughly in line with the California average across the funding and enrollment measures NCES tracks. The district operates 1 school, covering Kindergarten – 12th. Review the funding and enrollment data above, then contact the district to confirm which schools serve your exact address before you commit to a move.
Funding and Resources
Chula Vista Elementary School District reports per-pupil expenditure of approximately $15,700 per year, placing it near the California state average of approximately $16,500 and above the national average nationally (U.S. average: $13,700/year). Above-average spending generally translates to more instructional resources per student, stronger program variety at the middle and high school levels, and better-maintained facilities. Per-pupil spending directly affects teacher compensation, class sizes, elective course offerings, technology access, and the depth of student support services — making it one of the most meaningful structural indicators of district capacity.
District Scale and Program Breadth
With 1 schools, Chula Vista Elementary School District operates as a small, community-focused district serving students from Kindergarten – 12th. Small districts often benefit from tighter community cohesion, more personalized teacher-student relationships, and stronger parental involvement. The trade-off is narrower program variety: fewer elective courses, specialized tracks, or extracurricular options than larger systems offer.
Understanding the 6/10 Rating
Chula Vista Elementary School District has earned an overall SchoolDistrictFinder rating of 6/10, placing it in the average tier. Our ratings are built from NCES Common Core of Data and measure structural factors: per-pupil expenditure, student-teacher ratio, enrollment stability, and school count. They do not incorporate test scores or graduation rates, which are not consistently available across all 13,500+ US districts in the NCES dataset.
Chula Vista Elementary School District falls in the middle of the performance spectrum with an average rating. Average districts provide foundational public education with functional academic programs, though they may not match the resource breadth of higher-rated districts in the same region. Many families find that average-rated districts deliver solid day-to-day education, particularly when parents stay engaged and involved. If you're considering this area, look beyond the overall rating: visit schools, talk to current parents, and research the specific school your child would attend. Average districts often have individual schools that significantly outperform the district mean.
Enrollment for Families in Zip Code 91914
Children in zip code 91914 are assigned to Chula Vista Elementary School District for public school enrollment, covering grades Kindergarten – 12th. School assignments are address-specific — your elementary, middle, and high school placements depend on your exact street address within zip code 91914, not just your neighborhood. Two homes on opposite ends of the same zip code may be assigned to different schools within the same district.
To confirm your specific school assignments, contact Chula Vista Elementary School District at (619)463-6801 or visit www.learningchoice.org. Typical enrollment documents include proof of residency (lease or deed plus a utility bill), your child’s birth certificate, current immunization records, and prior school records. If your child has an IEP or 504 plan, bring that documentation to enrollment — California districts are required to continue services within a reasonable period. Fall enrollment windows typically open in late winter or early spring; contact the district for exact dates and required steps.
School Districts and Home Values in Chula Vista
School district quality is one of the most consistent factors in residential home pricing. Because Chula Vista Elementary School District serves zip code 91914, district assignment still factors into home-pricing comparisons between zip code 91914 and neighboring areas. District boundaries are address-specific — verify the exact district assignment for any property you’re seriously considering rather than assuming based on the neighborhood. A single block can place two adjacent homes in different districts with different ratings and different annual property tax implications.
Use the property tax estimator on this page to calculate estimated annual tax obligations based on your target purchase price. In California, property taxes are a primary funding source for public schools — your tax payments directly support Chula Vista Elementary School District programs and staff. Understanding both district quality and the associated tax burden is essential financial due diligence before committing to any home in zip code 91914.
Data Sources and Accuracy
All district information on this page is sourced from the NCES Common Core of Data (CCD) 2024–2025, the U.S. Department of Education’s annual census of all public school districts — the same dataset used by researchers, journalists, and policymakers to analyze American public education. District boundaries, school assignments, phone numbers, and per-pupil expenditure figures are updated annually when NCES publishes new data, typically in spring. Always verify your specific school assignment and enrollment requirements directly with Chula Vista Elementary School District before making any housing or enrollment decision based on zip code 91914 data.