Serving 489 students in grades Kindergarten-5, La Jolla Elementary School ranks in the top 1% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 1%, and reading proficiency is top 1%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 89% (which is higher than the California state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 91% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 23:1 is higher than the California state level of 22:1.
Minority enrollment is 39% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the California state average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 489 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 23:1
- Minority Enrollment: 39%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 1% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 89% (Top 1%)
- Reading Proficiency: 91% (Top 1%)
- Science Proficiency: 80-84% (Top 1%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
La Jolla 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
School Overview
La Jolla Elementary School's student population of 489 students has declined by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 21 teachers has declined by 12% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
489 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
21 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
La Jolla Elementary School ranks within the top 1% of all 9,602 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of La Jolla Elementary School is 0.58, 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
#29 out of 9602 schools
(Top 1%)
(Top 1%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
89%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
91%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-84%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
23:1
22:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
11%
12%
Hispanic
15%
55%
Black
1%
5%
White
61%
21%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
12%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
14%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is La Jolla Elementary School's ranking?
La Jolla Elementary School is ranked #29 out of 9,602 schools, which ranks it among the top 1% of public schools in California.
What schools are La Jolla Elementary School often compared to?
La Jolla Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Bird Rock Elementary School, Torrey Pines Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
89% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CA state average), while 91% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend La Jolla Elementary School?
489 students attend La Jolla Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
61% of La Jolla Elementary School students are White, 15% of students are Hispanic, 12% of students are Two or more races, 11% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of La Jolla Elementary School?
La Jolla Elementary School has a student ration of 23:1, which is higher than the California state average of 22:1.
What grades does La Jolla Elementary School offer ?
La Jolla Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is La Jolla Elementary School part of?
La Jolla Elementary School is part of San Diego Unified School District.
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