Serving 1,231 students in grades 6-12, San Diego Scpa 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 28% (which is lower than the California state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 70% (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 84% 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: 6-12
- Enrollment: 1,231 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 23:1
- Minority Enrollment: 84%
- Graduation Rate: ≥99% (Top 1% in CA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 28% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 70% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 37% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
San Diego Scpa ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Graduation Rate
Diversity
School Overview
San Diego Scpa's student population of 1,231 students has declined by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 53 teachers has declined by 5% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-12
Total Students
1,231 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
53 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
San Diego Scpa 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 San Diego Scpa is 0.73, 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
#2991 out of 9602 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
28%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
70%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
37%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
23:1
22:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
21%
12%
Hispanic
43%
55%
Black
8%
5%
White
16%
21%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
11%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥99%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
37%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
17%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is San Diego Scpa's ranking?
San Diego Scpa is ranked #2991 out of 9,602 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in California.
What schools are San Diego Scpa often compared to?
San Diego Scpais often viewed alongside schools like Bell Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
28% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CA state average), while 70% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
What is the graduation rate of San Diego Scpa?
The graduation rate of San Diego Scpa is 99%, which is higher than the California state average of 87%.
How many students attend San Diego Scpa?
1,231 students attend San Diego Scpa.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
43% of San Diego Scpa students are Hispanic, 21% of students are Asian, 16% of students are White, 11% of students are Two or more races, 8% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of San Diego Scpa?
San Diego Scpa has a student ration of 23:1, which is higher than the California state average of 22:1.
What grades does San Diego Scpa offer ?
San Diego Scpa offers enrollment in grades 6-12
What school district is San Diego Scpa part of?
San Diego Scpa is part of San Diego Unified School District.
In what neighborhood is San Diego Scpa located?
San Diego Scpa is located in the Bay Terraces neighborhood of San Diego, CA. There are 7 other public schools located in Bay Terraces.
School Reviews
5 11/24/2023
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