Serving 364 students in grades Kindergarten-6, Silver Wing 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 32% (which is lower than the California state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 43% (which is lower than the California state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 21:1 is lower than the California state level of 22:1.
Minority enrollment is 99% 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-6
- Enrollment: 364 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 21:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 32% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 43% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Silver Wing Elementary School's student population of 364 students has declined by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 17 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
Total Students
364 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
17 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Silver Wing 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 Silver Wing Elementary School is 0.21, which is less 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
#4246 out of 9602 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
32%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
43%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
21:1
22:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
5%
12%
Hispanic
89%
55%
Black
2%
5%
White
1%
21%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
2%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
60%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
16%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Silver Wing Elementary School's ranking?
Silver Wing Elementary School is ranked #4246 out of 9,602 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in California.
What schools are Silver Wing Elementary School often compared to?
Silver Wing Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Ocean View Hills by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
32% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CA state average), while 43% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Silver Wing Elementary School?
364 students attend Silver Wing Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
89% of Silver Wing Elementary School students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Asian, 2% of students are Black, 2% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are White, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Silver Wing Elementary School?
Silver Wing Elementary School has a student ration of 21:1, which is lower than the California state average of 22:1.
What grades does Silver Wing Elementary School offer ?
Silver Wing Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6
What school district is Silver Wing Elementary School part of?
Silver Wing Elementary School is part of Chula Vista Elementary School District.
In what neighborhood is Silver Wing Elementary School located?
Silver Wing Elementary School is located in the Territorio 3 neighborhood of San Diego, CA.
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