Nipaquay Elementary School serves 286 students in grades Kindergarten-5.
The student:teacher ratio of 24:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 68% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 286 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 24:1
- Minority Enrollment: 68%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Nipaquay Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Nipaquay Elementary School's student population of 286 students has grown by 97% over five school years.
The teacher population of 12 teachers has grown by 50% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
286 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
12 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
The diversity score of Nipaquay Elementary School is 0.73, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.63. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Student : Teacher Ratio
24:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
11%
12%
Hispanic
38%
56%
Black
8%
5%
White
32%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
11%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
32%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
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
How many students attend Nipaquay Elementary School?
286 students attend Nipaquay Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
38% of Nipaquay Elementary School students are Hispanic, 32% of students are White, 11% of students are Asian, 11% of students are Two or more races, and 8% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Nipaquay Elementary School?
Nipaquay Elementary School has a student ration of 24:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Nipaquay Elementary School offer ?
Nipaquay Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Nipaquay Elementary School part of?
Nipaquay Elementary School is part of San Diego Unified School District.
In what neighborhood is Nipaquay Elementary School located?
Nipaquay Elementary School is located in the Mission Valley neighborhood of San Diego, CA. There are 1 other public schools located in Mission Valley.
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