Serving 495 students in grades Kindergarten-6, Howard Pence 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 11% (which is lower than the California state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 21% (which is lower than the California state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 25:1 is higher than the California state level of 22:1.
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Kindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 495 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 25:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 11% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 21% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Howard Pence Elementary School's student population of 495 students has declined by 25% over five school years.
The teacher population of 20 teachers has declined by 28% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
Total Students
495 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
20 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Howard Pence 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 Howard Pence Elementary School is 0.15, which is less 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
#8727 out of 9602 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
11%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
21%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
25:1
22:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
3%
12%
Hispanic
92%
55%
Black
2%
5%
White
1%
21%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
66%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Howard Pence Elementary School's ranking?
Howard Pence Elementary School is ranked #8727 out of 9,602 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in California.
What schools are Howard Pence Elementary School often compared to?
Howard Pence Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Juarez-lincoln Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
11% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CA state average), while 21% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Howard Pence Elementary School?
495 students attend Howard Pence Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
92% of Howard Pence Elementary School students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Asian, 2% of students are Black, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are White.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Howard Pence Elementary School?
Howard Pence Elementary School has a student ration of 25:1, which is higher than the California state average of 22:1.
What grades does Howard Pence Elementary School offer ?
Howard Pence Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6
What school district is Howard Pence Elementary School part of?
Howard Pence Elementary School is part of South Bay Union School District.
In what neighborhood is Howard Pence Elementary School located?
Howard Pence Elementary School is located in the Otay Mesa West neighborhood of San Diego, CA. There are 7 other public schools located in Otay Mesa West.
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