Serving 461 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Elevate 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 86% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 21:1 is lower than the California state level of 22:1.
Minority enrollment is 66% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is lower than the California state average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 461 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 21:1
- Minority Enrollment: 66%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 75% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 86% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-59% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Elevate ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Elevate's student population of 461 students has grown by 44% over five school years.
The teacher population of 22 teachers has grown by 69% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
Total Students
461 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
22 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Elevate 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 Elevate is 0.77, 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
#261 out of 9602 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
75%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
86%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
21:1
22:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
9%
12%
Hispanic
24%
55%
Black
15%
5%
White
34%
21%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
18%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
22%
51%
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 Elevate's ranking?
Elevate is ranked #261 out of 9,602 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in California.
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 86% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Elevate?
461 students attend Elevate.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
34% of Elevate students are White, 24% of students are Hispanic, 18% of students are Two or more races, 15% of students are Black, and 9% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Elevate?
Elevate has a student ration of 21:1, which is lower than the California state average of 22:1.
What grades does Elevate offer ?
Elevate offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8
What school district is Elevate part of?
Elevate is part of Elevate School District.
In what neighborhood is Elevate located?
Elevate is located in the Serra Mesa neighborhood of San Diego, CA. There are 6 other public schools located in Serra Mesa.
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