Serving 311 students in grades 9-12, Kearny Eng Innov & Design ranks in the top 30% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 35-39% (which is higher than the California state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 65-69% (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 85% 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: 9-12
- Enrollment: 311 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 24:1
- Minority Enrollment: 85%
- Graduation Rate: 90-94% (Top 50% in CA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤20% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Kearny Eng Innov & Design ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Kearny Eng Innov & Design's student population of 311 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 13 teachers has declined by 7% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
311 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
13 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Kearny Eng Innov & Design ranks within the top 30% of all 9,602 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Kearny Eng Innov & Design is 0.66, 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
#2233 out of 9602 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤20%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
24:1
22:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
16%
12%
Hispanic
54%
55%
Black
9%
5%
White
15%
21%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
90-94%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
49%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Kearny Eng Innov & Design's ranking?
Kearny Eng Innov & Design is ranked #2233 out of 9,602 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in California.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CA state average), while 65-69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Kearny Eng Innov & Design?
The graduation rate of Kearny Eng Innov & Design is 90-94%, which is higher than the California state average of 87%.
How many students attend Kearny Eng Innov & Design?
311 students attend Kearny Eng Innov & Design.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
54% of Kearny Eng Innov & Design students are Hispanic, 16% of students are Asian, 15% of students are White, 9% of students are Black, and 6% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Kearny Eng Innov & Design?
Kearny Eng Innov & Design has a student ration of 24:1, which is higher than the California state average of 22:1.
What grades does Kearny Eng Innov & Design offer ?
Kearny Eng Innov & Design offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Kearny Eng Innov & Design part of?
Kearny Eng Innov & Design is part of San Diego Unified School District.
In what neighborhood is Kearny Eng Innov & Design located?
Kearny Eng Innov & Design is located in the Linda Vista neighborhood of San Diego, CA. There are 14 other public schools located in Linda Vista.
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