Serving 357 students in grades Kindergarten-6, Godfrey G. Berry Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 10% (which is lower than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 13% (which is lower than the California state average of 49%).
The student:teacher ratio of 24:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 96% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Kindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 357 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 24:1
- Minority Enrollment: 96%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 10% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 13% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Godfrey G. Berry Elementary School's student population of 357 students has declined by 23% over five school years.
The teacher population of 15 teachers has declined by 25% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
Total Students
357 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
15 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Godfrey G. Berry Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,649 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Godfrey G. Berry Elementary School is 0.21, which is less 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
#3486 out of 3649 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
10%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
13%
49%
Student : Teacher Ratio
24:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
2%
12%
Hispanic
89%
56%
Black
3%
5%
White
4%
21%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
65%
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 is Godfrey G. Berry Elementary School's ranking?
Godfrey G. Berry Elementary School is ranked #3486 out of 3,649 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in California.
What schools are Godfrey G. Berry Elementary School often compared to?
Godfrey G. Berry Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Emory Elementary School, Finney (Myrtle S.) Elementary School, Ocean View Hills by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
10% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 13% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% CA state average).
How many students attend Godfrey G. Berry Elementary School?
357 students attend Godfrey G. Berry Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
89% of Godfrey G. Berry Elementary School students are Hispanic, 4% of students are White, 3% of students are Black, 2% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Godfrey G. Berry Elementary School?
Godfrey G. Berry Elementary School has a student ration of 24:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Godfrey G. Berry Elementary School offer ?
Godfrey G. Berry Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6
What school district is Godfrey G. Berry Elementary School part of?
Godfrey G. Berry Elementary School is part of South Bay Union School District.
In what neighborhood is Godfrey G. Berry Elementary School located?
Godfrey G. Berry Elementary School is located in the Nestor neighborhood of San Diego, CA. There are 4 other public schools located in Nestor.
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