Serving 317 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Nye 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 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 69% (which is higher than the California state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 70% (which is higher than the California state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 24:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Asian and Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 317 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 24:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Math Proficiency: 69%
- Reading Proficiency: 70%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Nye Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Nye Elementary School's student population of 317 students has declined by 22% over five school years.
The teacher population of 13 teachers has declined by 18% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
317 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
13 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
The diversity score of Nye Elementary School is 0.72, 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)69%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)70%
51%
Student : Teacher Ratio
24:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
36%
12%
Hispanic
35%
56%
Black
14%
5%
White
2%
21%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
12%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
47%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
20%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
69% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% CA state average), while 70% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% CA state average).
How many students attend Nye Elementary School?
317 students attend Nye Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
36% of Nye Elementary School students are Asian, 35% of students are Hispanic, 14% of students are Black, 12% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are White, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Nye Elementary School?
Nye Elementary School has a student ration of 24:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Nye Elementary School offer ?
Nye Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Nye Elementary School part of?
Nye Elementary School is part of San Diego Unified School District.
In what neighborhood is Nye Elementary School located?
Nye Elementary School is located in the Encanto neighborhood of San Diego, CA. There are 3 other public schools located in Encanto.
School Calendar
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Event
Date
First Day of Asian Pacific American Heritage Month
May 01, 2024 (Wednesday)
First Day of LGBTQ+ Pride Month
June 01, 2024 (Saturday)
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