Serving 383 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Bird Rock 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 75-79% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 75-79% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 24:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 28% 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: 383 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 24:1
- Minority Enrollment: 28%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 70-79% (Top 5%)
- Attendance Zone: Bird Rock Elementary serves the west part of La Jolla, CA, covering an area of approximately 2.3 square miles. Families within this zone typically have a drive of about 5 to 10 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge being 1.9 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Bird Rock 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
Bird Rock Elementary School's student population of 383 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 16 teachers has declined by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
383 students
Total Classroom Teachers
16 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Bird Rock 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 Bird Rock Elementary School is 0.45, 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
#441 out of 9523 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-79%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
24:1
21:1
Asian
3%
12%
Hispanic
11%
56%
White
72%
20%
Two or more races
14%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)13.3%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
8%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Bird Rock Elementary School's ranking?
Bird Rock Elementary School is ranked #441 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in California.
What schools are Bird Rock Elementary School often compared to?
Bird Rock Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like La Jolla Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
75-79% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 75-79% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Bird Rock Elementary School?
383 students attend Bird Rock Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
72% of Bird Rock Elementary School students are White, 14% of students are Two or more races, 11% of students are Hispanic, and 3% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Bird Rock Elementary School?
Bird Rock Elementary School has a student ration of 24:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Bird Rock Elementary School offer ?
Bird Rock Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Bird Rock Elementary School part of?
Bird Rock Elementary School is part of San Diego Unified School District.
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