Serving 509 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Oak Park Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 48% (which is higher than the California state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55% (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 96% of the student body (majority Hispanic and 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: 509 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 23:1
- Minority Enrollment: 96%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 48% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Oak Park Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Oak Park Elementary School's student population of 509 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 22 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
509 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
22 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Oak Park Elementary School 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 Oak Park Elementary School is 0.69, 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
#2355 out of 9602 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
48%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
23:1
22:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
32%
12%
Hispanic
42%
55%
Black
18%
5%
White
4%
21%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
66%
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 Oak Park Elementary School's ranking?
Oak Park Elementary School is ranked #2355 out of 9,602 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in California.
What schools are Oak Park Elementary School often compared to?
Oak Park Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Rolando Park Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
48% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CA state average), while 55% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Oak Park Elementary School?
509 students attend Oak Park Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
42% of Oak Park Elementary School students are Hispanic, 32% of students are Asian, 18% of students are Black, 4% of students are White, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Oak Park Elementary School?
Oak Park Elementary School has a student ration of 23:1, which is higher than the California state average of 22:1.
What grades does Oak Park Elementary School offer ?
Oak Park Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Oak Park Elementary School part of?
Oak Park Elementary School is part of San Diego Unified School District.
In what neighborhood is Oak Park Elementary School located?
Oak Park Elementary School is located in the Oak Park neighborhood of San Diego, CA. There are 1 other public schools located in Oak Park.
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