Serving 542 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Dailard Elementary School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 75% (which is higher than the California state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 78% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 26:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 40% 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: 542 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 26:1
- Minority Enrollment: 40%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 75% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 78% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Dailard Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Dailard Elementary School's student population of 542 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 21 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
542 students

Gender %

Total Classroom Teachers
21 teachers

Students by Grade

School Calendar
School Rankings
Dailard Elementary School ranks within the top 5% of all 9,602 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Dailard Elementary School is 0.58, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.63. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#453 out of 9602 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)

Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
75%
33%

Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
78%
47%

Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
26:1
21:1

American Indian
n/a
1%

Asian
5%
12%

Hispanic
19%
56%

Black
1%
5%

White
60%
20%

Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
15%
6%

All Ethnic Groups



Eligible for Free Lunch
9%
54%

Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
8%

School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Dailard Elementary School's ranking?
Dailard Elementary School is ranked #453 out of 9,602 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in California.
What schools are Dailard Elementary School often compared to?
Dailard Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Benchley/weinberger Elementary School, Green Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
75% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CA state average), while 78% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Dailard Elementary School?
542 students attend Dailard Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
60% of Dailard Elementary School students are White, 19% of students are Hispanic, 15% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Dailard Elementary School?
Dailard Elementary School has a student ration of 26:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Dailard Elementary School offer ?
Dailard Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Dailard Elementary School part of?
Dailard Elementary School is part of San Diego Unified School District.
In what neighborhood is Dailard Elementary School located?
Dailard Elementary School is located in the San Carlos neighborhood of San Diego, CA. There are 5 other public schools located in San Carlos.
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