Serving 192 students in grades Kindergarten-4, Cabrillo Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 30-39% (which is approximately equal to the California state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30-39% (which is lower than the California state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 21:1 is equal to the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 76% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 192 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 21:1
- Minority Enrollment: 76%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 30-39% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30-39% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Cabrillo Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Cabrillo Elementary School's student population of 192 students has grown by 28% over five school years.
The teacher population of 9 teachers has grown by 50% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-4
Total Students
192 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
9 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Cabrillo Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 9,602 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Cabrillo 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.
Overall Testing Rank
#4951 out of 9602 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
47%
Student : Teacher Ratio
21:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
4%
12%
Hispanic
48%
56%
Black
10%
5%
White
24%
20%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
13%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
43%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
23%
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 Cabrillo Elementary School's ranking?
Cabrillo Elementary School is ranked #4951 out of 9,602 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in California.
What schools are Cabrillo Elementary School often compared to?
Cabrillo Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Silver Gate Elementary School, Sunset View Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CA state average), while 30-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Cabrillo Elementary School?
192 students attend Cabrillo Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
48% of Cabrillo Elementary School students are Hispanic, 24% of students are White, 13% of students are Two or more races, 10% of students are Black, 4% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Cabrillo Elementary School?
Cabrillo Elementary School has a student ration of 21:1, which is equal to the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Cabrillo Elementary School offer ?
Cabrillo Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-4
What school district is Cabrillo Elementary School part of?
Cabrillo Elementary School is part of San Diego Unified School District.
In what neighborhood is Cabrillo Elementary School located?
Cabrillo Elementary School is located in the Point Loma neighborhood of San Diego, CA. There are 12 other public schools located in Point Loma.
School Calendar
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Event
Date
Spring Break
March 31, 2025 (Monday)
First Day of Asian Pacific American Heritage Month
May 01, 2025 (Thursday)
Last Day of School
May 29, 2025 (Thursday)
First Day of LGBTQ+ Pride Month
June 01, 2025 (Sunday)
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