Serving 399 students in grades Kindergarten-6, Emory 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 31% (which is lower than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 28% (which is lower than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 25:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 95% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 399 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 25:1
- Minority Enrollment: 95%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 31% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 28% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 11-19% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Emory Elementary serves a central area in San Diego, CA, covering approximately 0.5 square miles. The school is typically a 5-10 minute drive from most homes in the zone, with an average distance of 0.6 miles to the nearest boundary and a maximum distance of 1 mile to the furthest edge.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Emory Elementary School's student population of 399 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 16 teachers has declined by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
Total Students
399 students
Total Classroom Teachers
16 teachers
School Rankings
Emory Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Emory Elementary School is 0.38, 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
#5923 out of 9523 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
31%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
28%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
11-19%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
25:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
9%
12%
Hispanic
78%
56%
Black
3%
5%
White
5%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)28.6%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
59%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
12%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Emory Elementary School's ranking?
Emory Elementary School is ranked #5923 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in California.
What schools are Emory Elementary School often compared to?
Emory Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Finney (Myrtle S.) Elementary School, Godfrey G. Berry Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
31% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 28% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Emory Elementary School?
399 students attend Emory Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
78% of Emory Elementary School students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Asian, 5% of students are White, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Emory Elementary School?
Emory Elementary School has a student ration of 25:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Emory Elementary School offer ?
Emory Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6
What school district is Emory Elementary School part of?
Emory Elementary School is part of South Bay Union School District.
In what neighborhood is Emory Elementary School located?
Emory Elementary School is located in the Nestor neighborhood of San Diego, CA. There are 4 other public schools located in Nestor.
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