Serving 305 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Nye Elementary School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 60-64% (which is higher than the California state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 70-74% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 20:1 is lower than the California state level of 22:1.
Minority enrollment is 96% of the student body (majority Asian and Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 79% (majority Hispanic and Asian).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 305 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 96%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-59% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Nye 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
Nye Elementary School's student population of 305 students has declined by 25% over five school years.
The teacher population of 15 teachers has declined by 6% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
305 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
15 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Nye 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 Nye Elementary School is 0.75, 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
#959 out of 9602 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
20:1
22:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
35%
12%
Hispanic
30%
55%
Black
19%
5%
White
4%
21%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
10%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
53%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
15%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Nye Elementary School's ranking?
Nye Elementary School is ranked #959 out of 9,602 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in California.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
60-64% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CA state average), while 70-74% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Nye Elementary School?
305 students attend Nye Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
35% of Nye Elementary School students are Asian, 30% of students are Hispanic, 19% of students are Black, 10% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are White, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Nye Elementary School?
Nye Elementary School has a student ration of 20:1, which is lower than the California state average of 22:1.
What grades does Nye Elementary School offer ?
Nye Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Nye Elementary School part of?
Nye Elementary School is part of San Diego Unified School District.
In what neighborhood is Nye Elementary School located?
Nye Elementary School is located in the Encanto neighborhood of San Diego, CA. There are 3 other public schools located in Encanto.
School Calendar
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Event
Date
Thanksgiving Break November 20-24
November 25, 2024 (Monday)
Winter Break - School Closed
December 23, 2024 (Monday)
Spring Break
March 31, 2025 (Monday)
Last Day School
May 29, 2025 (Thursday)
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