Serving 543 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Marvin 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 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 69% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 79% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 26:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 54% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 543 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 26:1
- Minority Enrollment: 54%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 69% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 79% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 10%)
- Attendance Zone: Marvin Elementary serves the eastern part of San Diego, CA, encompassing an area of approximately 1.4 square miles. Most families live within a 5-10 minute drive, with an average distance of about 0.7 miles from the school to the edge of the attendance zone, while the furthest edge is approximately 1.4 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Marvin Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Marvin Elementary School's student population of 543 students has grown by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 21 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
543 students
Total Classroom Teachers
21 teachers
Year Founded
1961
Campus Size
13 acres
School Rankings
Marvin Elementary School ranks within the top 10% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Marvin Elementary School is 0.70, 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
#577 out of 9523 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
69%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
79%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
26:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
9%
12%
Hispanic
24%
56%
Black
3%
5%
White
46%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
18%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)18.4%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
20%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Marvin Elementary School's ranking?
Marvin Elementary School is ranked #577 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in California.
What schools are Marvin Elementary School often compared to?
Marvin Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Hearst Elementary School, Foster Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
69% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 79% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Marvin Elementary School?
543 students attend Marvin Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
46% of Marvin Elementary School students are White, 24% of students are Hispanic, 18% of students are Two or more races, 9% of students are Asian, and 3% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Marvin Elementary School?
Marvin Elementary School has a student ration of 26:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Marvin Elementary School offer ?
Marvin Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Marvin Elementary School part of?
Marvin Elementary School is part of San Diego Unified School District.
In what neighborhood is Marvin Elementary School located?
Marvin Elementary School is located in the Allied Gardens neighborhood of San Diego, CA. There are 3 other public schools located in Allied Gardens.
School Calendar
View the Marvin Elementary School yearly calendar below. Note key dates such as:
Event
Date
First Day of LatinX Heritage Month
September 15, 2026 (Tuesday)
First Day of Breast Cancer Awareness Month
October 01, 2026 (Thursday)
First Day of Dyslexia Awareness Month
October 01, 2026 (Thursday)
First Day of Filipino American History Month
October 01, 2026 (Thursday)
First Day of German-American Heritage Month
October 01, 2026 (Thursday)
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