Serving 1,252 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 bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 30% (which is lower than the California state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60% (which is higher than the California state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 23:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 83% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 6-12
- Enrollment: 1,252 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 23:1
- Minority Enrollment: 83%
- Graduation Rate: ≥95% (Top 20% in CA)
- Math Proficiency: 30%
- Reading Proficiency: 60%
- 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
Graduation Rate
Diversity
School Overview
San Diego Scpa's student population of 1,252 students has declined by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 55 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-12
Total Students
1,252 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
55 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
The diversity score of San Diego Scpa is 0.74, 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.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)30%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)60%
51%
Student : Teacher Ratio
23:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
21%
12%
Hispanic
42%
56%
Black
8%
5%
White
17%
21%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
11%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥95%
84%
Eligible for Free Lunch
32%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
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?
30% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% CA state average), while 60% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% CA state average).
What is the graduation rate of San Diego Scpa?
The graduation rate of San Diego Scpa is 95%, which is higher than the California state average of 84%.
How many students attend San Diego Scpa?
1,252 students attend San Diego Scpa.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
42% of San Diego Scpa students are Hispanic, 21% of students are Asian, 17% 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 21:1.
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
This school is the best! I came knowing no one in my grade and now I have so many friends here! This place is amazing!
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