Serving 273 students in grades Kindergarten-6, Godfrey G. Berry 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 20-24% (which is lower than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 26% (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 98% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 273 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 25:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 26% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: The attendance zone for Godfrey G. Berry Elementary is located in the southern part of San Diego, CA, covering an area of approximately 5.8 square miles. Families within this zone typically live within a 5 to 10-minute drive, with an average distance of 2.1 miles to the school's edge and a maximum distance of 3.1 miles to the furthest boundary.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Godfrey G. Berry Elementary School's student population of 273 students has declined by 28% over five school years.
The teacher population of 11 teachers has declined by 31% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
Total Students
273 students
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
11 teachers
Showing 2014–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Motto
Educating and nurturing ALL learners in reaching their fullest potential and BEYOND.
School Rankings
Godfrey G. Berry 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 Godfrey G. Berry Elementary School is 0.15, 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
#7001 out of 9523 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
34%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
26%
47%
Showing 2011–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
25:1
21:1
Showing 2014–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
2%
12%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
92%
56%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
3%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
2%
20%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
1%
6%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)61.9%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
66%
54%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
8%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Godfrey G. Berry Elementary School's ranking?
Godfrey G. Berry Elementary School is ranked #7001 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in California.
What schools are Godfrey G. Berry Elementary School often compared to?
Godfrey G. Berry Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Emory Elementary School, Ocean View Hills, Finney (Myrtle S.) Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
20-24% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 26% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Godfrey G. Berry Elementary School?
273 students attend Godfrey G. Berry Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
92% of Godfrey G. Berry Elementary School students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Black, 2% of students are Asian, 2% of students are White, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Godfrey G. Berry Elementary School?
Godfrey G. Berry Elementary School has a student ration of 25:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Godfrey G. Berry Elementary School offer ?
Godfrey G. Berry Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6
What school district is Godfrey G. Berry Elementary School part of?
Godfrey G. Berry Elementary School is part of South Bay Union School District.
In what neighborhood is Godfrey G. Berry Elementary School located?
Godfrey G. Berry 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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