Serving 307 students in grades Kindergarten-4, Dewey Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 40-44% (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 20:1 is lower than the California state level of 22:1.
Minority enrollment is 78% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the California state average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Kindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 307 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 78%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Dewey Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Dewey Elementary School's student population of 307 students has declined by 18% over five school years.
The teacher population of 15 teachers has declined by 11% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-4
Total Students
307 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
15 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Dewey 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 Dewey Elementary School is 0.75, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.64. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#3357 out of 9602 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
47%
Student : Teacher Ratio
20:1
22:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
5%
12%
Hispanic
37%
55%
Black
22%
5%
White
22%
21%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
14%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
36%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
32%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Dewey Elementary School's ranking?
Dewey Elementary School is ranked #3357 out of 9,602 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in California.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40-44% 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 Dewey Elementary School?
307 students attend Dewey Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
37% of Dewey Elementary School students are Hispanic, 22% of students are Black, 22% of students are White, 14% of students are Two or more races, and 5% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Dewey Elementary School?
Dewey Elementary School has a student ration of 20:1, which is lower than the California state average of 22:1.
What grades does Dewey Elementary School offer ?
Dewey Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-4
What school district is Dewey Elementary School part of?
Dewey Elementary School is part of San Diego Unified School District.
In what neighborhood is Dewey Elementary School located?
Dewey Elementary School is located in the Point Loma neighborhood of San Diego, CA. There are 12 other public schools located in Point Loma.
School Calendar
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School Reviews
5 12/11/2012
My daughter has eduactional needs, she has been to 5 schools and is in 2nd grade. Dewey is the best school she has been. The teacher and principal are both friendly and eager to help my daughter. Im in the military and this school revolves around military families.
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