Serving 632 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Jonas Salk Elementary School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 68% (which is higher than the California state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 73% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 24:1 is higher than the California state level of 22:1.
Minority enrollment is 84% of the student body (majority Asian), which is higher than the California state average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 632 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 24:1
- Minority Enrollment: 84%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 68% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 73% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Jonas Salk 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
Diversity
School Overview
Jonas Salk Elementary School's student population of 632 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 26 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
632 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
26 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Jonas Salk Elementary School ranks within the top 10% of all 9,602 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Jonas Salk Elementary School is 0.70, 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
#828 out of 9602 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
68%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
73%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
24:1
22:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
48%
12%
Hispanic
17%
55%
Black
3%
5%
White
16%
21%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
16%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
27%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Jonas Salk Elementary School's ranking?
Jonas Salk Elementary School is ranked #828 out of 9,602 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in California.
What schools are Jonas Salk Elementary School often compared to?
Jonas Salk Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Ericson Elementary School, Hickman Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
68% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CA state average), while 73% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Jonas Salk Elementary School?
632 students attend Jonas Salk Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
48% of Jonas Salk Elementary School students are Asian, 17% of students are Hispanic, 16% of students are White, 16% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Jonas Salk Elementary School?
Jonas Salk Elementary School has a student ration of 24:1, which is higher than the California state average of 22:1.
What grades does Jonas Salk Elementary School offer ?
Jonas Salk Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Jonas Salk Elementary School part of?
Jonas Salk Elementary School is part of San Diego Unified School District.
In what neighborhood is Jonas Salk Elementary School located?
Jonas Salk Elementary School is located in the Mira Mesa neighborhood of San Diego, CA. There are 8 other public schools located in Mira Mesa.
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