Serving 365 students in grades Kindergarten-6, Emory Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 22% (which is lower than the California state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 28% (which is lower than the California state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 24:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 94% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 365 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 24:1
- Minority Enrollment: 94%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 22% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 28% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 11-19% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Emory Elementary School's student population of 365 students has declined by 31% over five school years.
The teacher population of 15 teachers has declined by 28% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
Total Students
365 students

Gender %

Total Classroom Teachers
15 teachers

Students by Grade

School Rankings
Emory Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 9,602 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Emory Elementary School is 0.44, 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
#6521 out of 9602 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)

Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
22%
33%

Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
28%
47%

Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
11-19%
29%

Student : Teacher Ratio
24:1
21:1

American Indian
n/a
1%

Asian
10%
12%

Hispanic
74%
56%

Black
3%
5%

White
6%
20%

Hawaiian
n/a
n/a

Two or more races
7%
6%

All Ethnic Groups



Eligible for Free Lunch
56%
54%

Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
8%

School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Emory Elementary School's ranking?
Emory Elementary School is ranked #6521 out of 9,602 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in California.
What schools are Emory Elementary School often compared to?
Emory Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Finney (Myrtle S.) Elementary School, Godfrey G. Berry Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
22% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CA state average), while 28% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Emory Elementary School?
365 students attend Emory Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
74% of Emory Elementary School students are Hispanic, 10% of students are Asian, 7% of students are Two or more races, 6% of students are White, and 3% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Emory Elementary School?
Emory Elementary School has a student ration of 24:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Emory Elementary School offer ?
Emory Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6
What school district is Emory Elementary School part of?
Emory Elementary School is part of South Bay Union School District.
In what neighborhood is Emory Elementary School located?
Emory Elementary School is located in the Nestor neighborhood of San Diego, CA. There are 4 other public schools located in Nestor.
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