Serving 226 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Alcott Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 50-54% (which is higher than the California state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45-49% (which is approximately equal to the California state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 23:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 56% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 226 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 23:1
- Minority Enrollment: 56%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤20% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Alcott Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
Community Size
School Overview
Alcott Elementary School's student population of 226 students has grown by 15% over five school years.
The teacher population of 10 teachers has grown by 25% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
226 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
10 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Alcott Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 9,602 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Alcott Elementary School is 0.63, which is equal to the diversity score at state average of 0.63. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#2889 out of 9602 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤20%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
23:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
3%
12%
Hispanic
42%
56%
Black
1%
5%
White
44%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
10%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
38%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
12%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Alcott Elementary School's ranking?
Alcott Elementary School is ranked #2889 out of 9,602 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in California.
What schools are Alcott Elementary School often compared to?
Alcott Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Cadman Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50-54% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CA state average), while 45-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Alcott Elementary School?
226 students attend Alcott Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
44% of Alcott Elementary School students are White, 42% of students are Hispanic, 10% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Alcott Elementary School?
Alcott Elementary School has a student ration of 23:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Alcott Elementary School offer ?
Alcott Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Alcott Elementary School part of?
Alcott Elementary School is part of San Diego Unified School District.
In what neighborhood is Alcott Elementary School located?
Alcott Elementary School is located in the Clairemont neighborhood of San Diego, CA. There are 26 other public schools located in Clairemont.
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