Serving 387 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Penn Elementary School ranks in the top 50% 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 55-59% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 22:1 is equal to the California state level of 22:1.
Minority enrollment is 98% 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: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 387 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 22:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-49% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Penn Elementary School's student population of 387 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 18 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
387 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
18 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Penn Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 9,602 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Penn Elementary School 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
#2941 out of 9602 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
22:1
22:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
18%
12%
Hispanic
53%
55%
Black
15%
5%
White
2%
21%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
12%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
60%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
20%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Penn Elementary School's ranking?
Penn Elementary School is ranked #2941 out of 9,602 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in California.
What schools are Penn Elementary School often compared to?
Penn Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Boone Elementary School by visitors of our site.
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 55-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Penn Elementary School?
387 students attend Penn Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
53% of Penn Elementary School students are Hispanic, 18% of students are Asian, 15% of students are Black, 12% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are White.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Penn Elementary School?
Penn Elementary School has a student ration of 22:1, which is equal to the California state average of 22:1.
What grades does Penn Elementary School offer ?
Penn Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Penn Elementary School part of?
Penn Elementary School is part of San Diego Unified School District.
In what neighborhood is Penn Elementary School located?
Penn Elementary School is located in the Bay Terraces neighborhood of San Diego, CA. There are 7 other public schools located in Bay Terraces.
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