Serving 310 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Fulton K-8 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 25-29% (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%).
The student-teacher ratio of 22:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 310 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 22:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 11-19% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Fulton K-8 serves the southeast part of San Diego, CA, covering an attendance area of approximately 0.8 square miles. Most families live within a 5-10 minute drive, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 0.7 miles from the school.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Fulton K-8's student population of 310 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 14 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
Total Students
310 students
Total Classroom Teachers
14 teachers
School Motto
Fulton K–8 is committed to high academic standards for all students in all subjects.
School Rankings
Fulton K-8 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 Fulton K-8 is 0.64, 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
#6316 out of 9523 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
11-19%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
22:1
21:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
13%
12%
Hispanic
55%
56%
Black
20%
5%
White
2%
20%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
8%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)42.9%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
76%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
15%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Fulton K-8's ranking?
Fulton K-8 is ranked #6316 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in California.
What schools are Fulton K-8 often compared to?
Fulton K-8is often viewed alongside schools like Bethune K-8 by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
25-29% 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 Fulton K-8?
310 students attend Fulton K-8.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
55% of Fulton K-8 students are Hispanic, 20% of students are Black, 13% of students are Asian, 8% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are White, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Fulton K-8?
Fulton K-8 has a student ration of 22:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Fulton K-8 offer ?
Fulton K-8 offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8
What school district is Fulton K-8 part of?
Fulton K-8 is part of San Diego Unified School District.
In what neighborhood is Fulton K-8 located?
Fulton K-8 is located in the Bay Terraces neighborhood of San Diego, CA. There are 7 other public schools located in Bay Terraces.
School Calendar
View the Fulton K-8 yearly calendar below. Note key dates such as:
Event
Date
First Day of Childhood Cancer Awareness Month
September 01, 2026 (Tuesday)
First Day of Suicide Prevention Awareness Month
September 01, 2026 (Tuesday)
First Day of LatinX Heritage Month
September 15, 2026 (Tuesday)
First Day of Breast Cancer Awareness Month
October 01, 2026 (Thursday)
First Day of Dyslexia Awareness Month
October 01, 2026 (Thursday)
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