Serving 616 students in grades Kindergarten-6, George Nicoloff 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 9% (which is lower than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 16% (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.
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 616 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 25:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 9% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 16% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: George Nicoloff Elementary serves the eastern part of San Ysidro, CA, covering an area of approximately 0.8 square miles. Families can typically expect a drive of 5 to 10 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 0.7 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
George Nicoloff Elementary School's student population of 616 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 25 teachers has declined by 13% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
Total Students
616 students
Total Classroom Teachers
25 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
George Nicoloff 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 George Nicoloff Elementary School is 0.08, 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
#9158 out of 9523 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
9%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
16%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
25:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
12%
Hispanic
96%
56%
Black
1%
5%
White
n/a
20%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
1%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)36.5%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
70%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is George Nicoloff Elementary School's ranking?
George Nicoloff Elementary School is ranked #9158 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in California.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
9% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 16% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend George Nicoloff Elementary School?
616 students attend George Nicoloff Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
96% of George Nicoloff Elementary School students are Hispanic, 1% of students are Asian, 1% of students are Black, 1% of students are Hawaiian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of George Nicoloff Elementary School?
George Nicoloff Elementary School has a student ration of 25:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does George Nicoloff Elementary School offer ?
George Nicoloff Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6
What school district is George Nicoloff Elementary School part of?
George Nicoloff Elementary School is part of South Bay Union School District.
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