Serving 843 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Zamorano Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 44% (which is higher than the California state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 24:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 97% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 843 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 24:1
- Minority Enrollment: 97%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 44% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Zamorano Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Zamorano Elementary School's student population of 843 students has declined by 22% over five school years.
The teacher population of 35 teachers has declined by 18% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
843 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
35 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Zamorano Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 9,602 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Zamorano Elementary School is 0.71, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.63. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#2566 out of 9602 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
44%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
24:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
28%
12%
Hispanic
43%
56%
Black
11%
5%
White
3%
20%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
14%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
53%
54%
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 Zamorano Elementary School's ranking?
Zamorano Elementary School is ranked #2566 out of 9,602 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in California.
What schools are Zamorano Elementary School often compared to?
Zamorano Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Vineyard Elementary School, Ramona Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CA state average), while 55% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Zamorano Elementary School?
843 students attend Zamorano Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
43% of Zamorano Elementary School students are Hispanic, 28% of students are Asian, 14% of students are Two or more races, 11% of students are Black, 3% of students are White, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Zamorano Elementary School?
Zamorano Elementary School has a student ration of 24:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Zamorano Elementary School offer ?
Zamorano Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Zamorano Elementary School part of?
Zamorano Elementary School is part of San Diego Unified School District.
In what neighborhood is Zamorano Elementary School located?
Zamorano 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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