Serving 467 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Rolling Hills Elementary School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 76% (which is higher than the California state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 77% (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 61% of the student body (majority Asian and 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: 467 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 23:1
- Minority Enrollment: 61%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 76% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 77% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Rolling Hills 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
Rolling Hills Elementary School's student population of 467 students has grown by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 20 teachers has grown by 11% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
467 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
20 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Rolling Hills Elementary School ranks within the top 5% of all 9,602 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Rolling Hills Elementary School is 0.74, 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
#461 out of 9602 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
76%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
77%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
23:1
22:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
23%
12%
Hispanic
21%
55%
Black
2%
5%
White
39%
21%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
15%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
13%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Rolling Hills Elementary School's ranking?
Rolling Hills Elementary School is ranked #461 out of 9,602 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in California.
What schools are Rolling Hills Elementary School often compared to?
Rolling Hills Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Deer Canyon Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
76% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CA state average), while 77% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Rolling Hills Elementary School?
467 students attend Rolling Hills Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
39% of Rolling Hills Elementary School students are White, 23% of students are Asian, 21% of students are Hispanic, 15% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Rolling Hills Elementary School?
Rolling Hills Elementary School has a student ration of 23:1, which is higher than the California state average of 22:1.
What grades does Rolling Hills Elementary School offer ?
Rolling Hills Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Rolling Hills Elementary School part of?
Rolling Hills Elementary School is part of Poway Unified School District.
In what neighborhood is Rolling Hills Elementary School located?
Rolling Hills Elementary School is located in the Black Mountain Ranch neighborhood of San Diego, CA. There are 3 other public schools located in Black Mountain Ranch.
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