Serving 645 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Ericson Elementary School ranks in the top 10% 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 76% (which is higher than the California state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 73% (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 84% of the student body (majority Asian), which is higher than the California state average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 645 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 23:1
- Minority Enrollment: 84%
- Math Proficiency: 76% (Top 1% in CA)
- Reading Proficiency: 73% (Top 1%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Ericson Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Ericson Elementary School's student population of 645 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 28 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
645 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
28 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
The diversity score of Ericson Elementary School is 0.69, 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)76%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)73%
51%
Student : Teacher Ratio
23:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
48%
12%
Hispanic
22%
56%
Black
3%
5%
White
16%
21%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
11%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
27%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are Ericson Elementary School often compared to?
Ericson Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Jonas Salk Elementary School, Hickman Elementary School, Sandburg Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
76% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% CA state average), while 73% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% CA state average).
How many students attend Ericson Elementary School?
645 students attend Ericson Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
48% of Ericson Elementary School students are Asian, 22% of students are Hispanic, 16% of students are White, 11% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Ericson Elementary School?
Ericson Elementary School has a student ration of 23:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Ericson Elementary School offer ?
Ericson Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Ericson Elementary School part of?
Ericson Elementary School is part of San Diego Unified School District.
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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