Cubberley Elementary PTA provides resources for the families of Serra Mesa and funding to Cubberley Elementary School for field trips, art education, and school community enrichment programs.
Serving 199 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Cubberley Elementary School ranks in the top 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 35-39% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45-49% (which is approximately equal to the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 22:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 78% 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: 199 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 22:1
- Minority Enrollment: 78%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 21-39% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Cubberley Elementary serves the southeast part of San Diego, CA, covering an attendance area of approximately 1 square mile. Families in this zone can typically expect a drive of 5-10 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge being about 1 mile away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Cubberley Elementary School's student population of 199 students has grown by 28% over five school years.
The teacher population of 9 teachers has grown by 28% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
199 students
Total Classroom Teachers
9 teachers
Year Founded
1959
School Rankings
Cubberley Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Cubberley Elementary School is 0.77, 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
#3560 out of 9523 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
21-39%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
22:1
21:1
Asian
12%
12%
Hispanic
34%
56%
Black
12%
5%
White
22%
20%
Two or more races
20%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)29.2%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
40%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
16%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Cubberley Elementary School's ranking?
Cubberley Elementary School is ranked #3560 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in California.
What schools are Cubberley Elementary School often compared to?
Cubberley Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Elevate, Angier Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 45-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Cubberley Elementary School?
199 students attend Cubberley Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
34% of Cubberley Elementary School students are Hispanic, 22% of students are White, 20% of students are Two or more races, 12% of students are Asian, and 12% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Cubberley Elementary School?
Cubberley Elementary School has a student ration of 22:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Cubberley Elementary School offer ?
Cubberley Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Cubberley Elementary School part of?
Cubberley Elementary School is part of San Diego Unified School District.
In what neighborhood is Cubberley Elementary School located?
Cubberley Elementary School is located in the Serra Mesa neighborhood of San Diego, CA. There are 6 other public schools located in Serra Mesa.
School Calendar
View the Cubberley Elementary School yearly calendar below. Note key dates such as:
Event
Date
First Day of Breast Cancer Awareness Month
October 01, 2026 (Thursday)
First Day of Dyslexia Awareness Month
October 01, 2026 (Thursday)
First Day of Filipino American History Month
October 01, 2026 (Thursday)
First Day of German-American Heritage Month
October 01, 2026 (Thursday)
First Day of Italian-American Heritage Month
October 01, 2026 (Thursday)
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