Fletcher Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 15-19% (which is lower than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 25-29% (which is lower than the California state average of 47%).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 21-39% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Fletcher Elementary serves the southwest part of San Diego, CA, encompassing an area of approximately 0.9 square miles. Most students live within a 5-10 minute drive, with an average distance of about 0.5 miles to the edge of the attendance zone, which extends up to 1.1 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
The teacher population of 7 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students (23-24)
142 students
Total Classroom Teachers
7 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
Small School, Big Family
School Rankings
Fletcher Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
Overall Testing Rank
#7478 out of 9523 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
21-39%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
n/a
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
6%
12%
Hispanic
46%
56%
Black
26%
5%
White
11%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
11%
6%
Eligible for Free Lunch
62%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (22-23)
15%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Fletcher Elementary School's ranking?
Fletcher Elementary School is ranked #7478 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in California.
What schools are Fletcher Elementary School often compared to?
Fletcher Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Jones Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
15-19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 25-29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Fletcher Elementary School?
142 students attend Fletcher Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
46% of Fletcher Elementary School students are Hispanic, 26% of students are Black, 11% of students are White, 11% of students are Two or more races, and 6% of students are Asian.
What grades does Fletcher Elementary School offer ?
Fletcher Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Fletcher Elementary School part of?
Fletcher Elementary School is part of San Diego Unified School District.
In what neighborhood is Fletcher Elementary School located?
Fletcher Elementary School is located in the Birdland neighborhood of San Diego, CA. There are 1 other public schools located in Birdland.
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