Serving 259 students in grades Kindergarten-2, Cardiff Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 80-89% (which is higher than the California state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60-69% (which is higher than the California state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 22:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 33% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-2
- Enrollment: 259 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 22:1
- Minority Enrollment: 33%
- Math Proficiency: 80-89%
- Reading Proficiency: 60-69%
- Attendance Zone: Cardiff Elementary's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district in Cardiff By The Sea, CA, covering approximately 12.3 square miles. Most students live within a 5 to 10-minute drive of the school, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 4.8 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Cardiff Elementary School's student population of 259 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 12 teachers has declined by 14% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-2
Total Students
259 students
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
12 teachers
Showing 2014–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1913
School Calendar
School Rankings
The diversity score of Cardiff Elementary School is 0.51, 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.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)80-89%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)60-69%
51%
Student-Teacher Ratio
22:1
21:1
Showing 2014–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
2%
12%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
14%
56%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
67%
20%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
17%
6%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)16.2%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
11%
54%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (22-23)
1%
8%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 09/26/2026
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are Cardiff Elementary School often compared to?
Cardiff Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Ocean Knoll Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
80-89% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% CA state average), while 60-69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% CA state average).
How many students attend Cardiff Elementary School?
259 students attend Cardiff Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
67% of Cardiff Elementary School students are White, 17% of students are Two or more races, 14% of students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Cardiff Elementary School?
Cardiff Elementary School has a student ration of 22:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Cardiff Elementary School offer ?
Cardiff Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-2
What school district is Cardiff Elementary School part of?
Cardiff Elementary School is part of Cardiff Elementary School District.
In what neighborhood is Cardiff Elementary School located?
Cardiff Elementary School is located in the Cardiff neighborhood of Cardiff By The Sea, CA. There are 1 other public schools located in Cardiff.
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