Serving 506 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Turtleback Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 65% (which is higher than the California state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 58% (which is higher 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 62% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the California state average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 506 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 21:1
- Minority Enrollment: 62%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 65% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 58% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Turtleback Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Turtleback Elementary School's student population of 506 students has declined by 17% over five school years.
The teacher population of 24 teachers has declined by 11% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
506 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
24 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Turtleback Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 9,602 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Turtleback Elementary School 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
#1584 out of 9602 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
65%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
58%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
21:1
22:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
30%
12%
Hispanic
17%
55%
Black
2%
5%
White
38%
21%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
12%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
17%
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 Turtleback Elementary School's ranking?
Turtleback Elementary School is ranked #1584 out of 9,602 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in California.
What schools are Turtleback Elementary School often compared to?
Turtleback Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Highland Ranch Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
65% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CA state average), while 58% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Turtleback Elementary School?
506 students attend Turtleback Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
38% of Turtleback Elementary School students are White, 30% of students are Asian, 17% of students are Hispanic, 12% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Black, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Turtleback Elementary School?
Turtleback Elementary School has a student ration of 21:1, which is lower than the California state average of 22:1.
What grades does Turtleback Elementary School offer ?
Turtleback Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Turtleback Elementary School part of?
Turtleback Elementary School is part of Poway Unified School District.
In what neighborhood is Turtleback Elementary School located?
Turtleback Elementary School is located in the Rancho Penasquitos neighborhood of San Diego, CA. There are 10 other public schools located in Rancho Penasquitos.
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