Serving 549 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Adobe Bluffs Elementary School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 77% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 82% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 20:1 is lower than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 76% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 549 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 76%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 77% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 82% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 80-84% (Top 1%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Adobe Bluffs 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
Diversity
School Overview
Adobe Bluffs Elementary School's student population of 549 students has grown by 27% over five school years.
The teacher population of 28 teachers has grown by 55% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
549 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
28 teachers
Year Founded
1992
School Calendar
School Rankings
Adobe Bluffs Elementary School ranks within the top 5% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Adobe Bluffs Elementary School is 0.68, 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
#276 out of 9523 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
77%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
82%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-84%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
20:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
48%
12%
Hispanic
9%
56%
Black
1%
5%
White
24%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
18%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
11%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Adobe Bluffs Elementary School's ranking?
Adobe Bluffs Elementary School is ranked #276 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in California.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
77% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 82% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Adobe Bluffs Elementary School?
549 students attend Adobe Bluffs Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
48% of Adobe Bluffs Elementary School students are Asian, 24% of students are White, 18% of students are Two or more races, 9% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Adobe Bluffs Elementary School?
Adobe Bluffs Elementary School has a student ration of 20:1, which is lower than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Adobe Bluffs Elementary School offer ?
Adobe Bluffs Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Adobe Bluffs Elementary School part of?
Adobe Bluffs Elementary School is part of Poway Unified School District.
In what neighborhood is Adobe Bluffs Elementary School located?
Adobe Bluffs Elementary School is located in the Rancho Penasquitos neighborhood of San Diego, CA. There are 10 other public schools located in Rancho Penasquitos.
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